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EU Court Overturns EUIPO OK for Obelix Firearms Trademark

The European Court of Justice annulled an EUIPO trademark decision for 'Obelix' on firearms, spotlighting how reputation influences IP in regulated sectors.

May 13, 20262 min read
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Thomson Reuters, Sterne Kessler Launch Patent Claim AI for Section 101

Thomson Reuters and Sterne Kessler roll out an AI-powered Patent Claim Eligibility Analyzer for fast Section 101 analysis, aiming to speed legal workflows and boost accuracy.

May 13, 20262 min read
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New Guidance: Human Authorship Required for AI-Generated Copyrights

Recent legal rulings clarify that AI-generated works must contain significant human authorship to qualify for U.S. copyright protection, impacting corporate and legal teams.

May 13, 20262 min read
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Ye found liable for one-time music copyright infringement at listening event

Ye was found liable for copyright infringement over using 'MSD PT2' at an Atlanta event, spotlighting evolving IP risks and music licensing nuances for in-house and IP counsel.

May 13, 20262 min read
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Meta's Trademark Battles Expose Risks in Big Tech Rebrands

Meta faces multiple trademark lawsuits over its 2021 rebrand, highlighting key IP risks for legal teams at tech firms and law practices.

May 9, 20262 min read
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Nintendo copyright blitz wipes fan Pokémon channel from YouTube

Nintendo issued about 20 copyright claims leading to YouTube's removal of PokéNational Geographic, spotlighting new compliance challenges for in-house counsel and legal teams.

May 7, 20263 min read
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AI Copyright Lawsuit Targets Meta Over Book and Journal Training Data

A class action by major publishers and authors challenges Meta’s use of millions of copyrighted works to train its Llama AI—escalating fair use litigation risks for AI developers.

May 7, 20263 min read
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California Court Lets Getty’s Trademark Claims vs. Stability AI Move Forward

A Northern District of California judge allowed trademark and unfair competition claims by Getty Images against Stability AI, signaling key issues for AI and IP rights.

May 6, 20262 min read
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Court to Hear Nvidia AI Copyright Case Over Alleged Pirated Book Training

A federal court hearing over Nvidia's alleged AI training on pirated books could reshape copyright rules for AI data sourcing, with industry-wide implications for legal and tech leaders.

May 6, 20263 min read
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Book Publishers Sue Meta Over Alleged AI Copyright Infringement

Five major publishers and author Scott Turow sue Meta, alleging massive copyright infringement in training its Llama AI models. The outcome could reshape AI and IP law.

May 5, 20263 min read
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Court Rejects Copyright Claim Against Ye Over Instrumental Track Use

A federal court has dismissed a copyright infringement claim against Ye after finding the plaintiff failed to establish ownership of the instrumental composition.

May 5, 20262 min read
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California Supreme Court to Hear Gilead 'Duty to Innovate' Patent Case

The California Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Gilead Tenofovir Cases, addressing the pharmaceutical industry's legal duty to innovate and expedite safer drugs.

May 4, 20262 min read
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Supreme Court weighs liability shield for generic drug makers

The Supreme Court is considering a case that could limit generic drug manufacturers’ liability for pharmacists' prescribing decisions, reshaping pharmaceutical liability law.

Apr 30, 20262 min read
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Courts Broaden Design Patents for Digital Products, Set New Limits

Courts expand design patent eligibility to digital interfaces and AR/VR, but signal stricter enforcement boundaries—prompting in-house and law firm counsel to reassess strategies.

Apr 29, 20263 min read
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Federal Circuit Clarifies Patent Eligibility for Telecom Non-Uniform Constellation Tech

Federal Circuit's mixed ruling in Constellation Designs v. LG Electronics refines patent eligibility standards for non-uniform constellation technology in telecom IP litigation.

Apr 29, 20262 min read
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China Unveils 2025 IP Prosecution White Paper, Details Record Enforcement

China’s Supreme People’s Procuratorate releases the 2025 white paper with new data and strategies on IP criminal prosecution, signaling heightened professionalization and global relevance.

Apr 27, 20262 min read
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EFF Targets Secrecy in Key Texas Patent Case with Legal Challenge

EFF and NYU law students are contesting sealed court records in a major Eastern District of Texas patent case, spotlighting ongoing transparency concerns in IP litigation.

Apr 25, 20262 min read
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Court Lets Ex-Joe Gibbs Racing Exec Work for Rival Despite Noncompete

A federal judge allows former Joe Gibbs Racing director Chris Gabehart to stay at Spire Motorsports, setting a precedent for noncompete enforcement in sports and automotive sectors.

Apr 24, 20263 min read
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NPEs Drive Retail Patent Litigation Spike in February 2026

Non-practicing entities led a surge in patent lawsuits targeting major U.S. retailers in February 2026, signaling persistent litigation risks for in-house legal teams.

Apr 23, 20262 min read
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EUIPO: Most Human Faces Fail Distinctiveness Test for Trademarks

The EUIPO clarifies that standard human faces rarely qualify for trademark protection, signaling a high bar for companies seeking to register facial images as marks in the EU.

Apr 22, 20262 min read