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UKIPO launches new "IP Access" grant scheme

In line with the UK’s bid to be a global leader in innovation and to support a post-pandemic recovery, the UKIPO has launched a new grant called "IP Access" to help SMEs protect and commercialise their IP. 

BREXIT

Brexit: Intellectual property in a post-Brexit landscape

We have developed this hub to provide you with an overview of the UK’s position regarding intellectual property in a post-Brexit landscape, along with our recommendations to ensure your rights remain protected.

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Denmark launches IP action plan to support SMEs and drive innovation

As an initiative to support SMEs to pursue their IP rights, the Danish Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs has introduced a new IP action plan. The hope is that the initiatives included in the plan will further drive innovation in Denmark.

LEGAL UPDATE

Recent changes in approach to description amendments at the EPO

The latest version of the Guidelines for Examination at the EPO (entered into force on 1 March 2021) includes a stricter approach to the practice of bringing the description into line with the allowed claims. Here we consider the practical implications of those changes.

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Olympic material: graphene in sports

As with all Olympics and Paralympics, it was not only a showcase of the fierce competition amongst the world’s best but also the use of new technological developments to obtain a winning edge.