Counsel at three firms reveal the tools they’re using to generate patent invalidity claim charts and why they’re making investments in the technology
Eric Lee says the firm’s thought leadership on artificial intelligence convinced him to move
Law firms are developing AI tools to improve productivity and efficiency – and that is having an impact on patent and trademark work
Munich-based Epic Legal, founded by Nicolás Schmitz and Philipp Strommer, hopes to attract market talent by abandoning old-hat systems
OpenAI’s accusation against Chinese AI tool DeepSeek and a significant licensing deal for Nokia were among the top talking points this week
A complaint by the European Commission over China’s SEP practices and news of a new president at Nokia Technologies were among the top talking points this week
At least four firms have made investments in transactional IP lawyers to help push deals in the life sciences and other tech sectors over the line
Practitioners and law firms should keep their eyes peeled as the shortlist for our annual Awards is set to be released
A blow for Getty ahead of its AI showdown with Stability AI and a licensing deal between Nokia and Samsung were among the big talking points this week
An intervention by Dyson into the UK’s patent box regime and a report unveiling the major SEP owners were among the big talking points this week
Demand for specialists is increasing as IP plays an ever-bigger role in deals and financial transactions
A meeting between the EPO and Ericsson, Paul McCartney weighing in on AI and copyright, and a law firm’s STEM pledge were among the top talking points
Sponsored
Sponsored
-
Sponsored by CASKathy Van der Herten and Don Swartwout of CAS discuss the benefits and challenges of using emerging technologies to help with IP searches -
Sponsored by RNA, Technology and IP AttorneysRanjan Narula and Shipra Alisha Philip of RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys explore the factors driving rapid growth in India's medical tourism industry as fraudulent healthcare providers attempt to cash in
-
Sponsored by Hong Kong Trade Development CouncilIn the first of two interviews with key figures at IPHatch competition winners, Managing IP hears how intellectual property has played an integral role in an algorithmic trading company’s growth
-
Sponsored by Adams & AdamsJames Davies and Vishen Pillay at Adams & Adams discuss IP protection strategies and ownership considerations for AI
-
Sponsored by Adams & AdamsWerina Griffiths and Nontando Tusi at Adams & Adams discuss the implications of the adoption of AI in Africa and globally
-
Sponsored by MaiwaldSimon Lud of Maiwald explains how a German court judgment is advantageous for patent applications in the fields of artificial intelligence and quantum computing
OpenAI’s claims that China’s DeepSeek violated its proprietary technology should prompt the US company to rethink its past actions
Scott Palmer, who took 16 lawyers with him when he moved from Perkins Coie to Loeb & Loeb, reveals how his Beijing-based team has hit the ground running
Robert Guthrie at Osborne Clarke runs through the government’s AI and copyright consultation and considers the expected challenges
With the threshold for proving copyright infringement by AI tools clearer than ever, 2025 could answer some of the key questions
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
Finnegan partners outline how the firm determines whether AI tools are safe to use and if they are a worthwhile investment
Ceyda Maisami explains why HP is becoming more vocal in its SEP arguments and reveals why the company has transformed the way it engages with outside counsel
Ahsan Shaikh at McDermott reveals how the firm is using three AI tools, including one for drafting patent applications
Louis-Pierre Gravelle discusses why he didn’t want to be part of the newly acquired Bereskin & Parr and the opportunities he’s eyeing at his new home, Dipchand
David Singer discusses architecture, flipping burgers on a barbecue, and why he has a plate full of litigation
Partners at Anderson Mori & Tomotsune say AI and the UPC are providing new business opportunities and reveal why flexibility is key to retaining talent
-
Weekly take: Consolidation and IP transactions in firms’ 2025 sights
If 2024 is anything to go by, the next 12 months could see more IP firms seek investment opportunities while IP lawyers are increasingly likely to work alongside other functions -
Weekly take: Why EPO should avoid bad optics of ‘special treatment’
The EPO’s reallocation of certain patent applications could have legitimate reasons, but a clearer message would help avoid scrutiny -
Weekly take: UK election is coming, but don’t expect IP news
A new government will be formed in the UK next week, but IP is again being overlooked despite there being plenty of issues to address -
Weekly take: OpenAI must be denied free rein over copyright-protected works
It’s unfair to expect artists and authors to give up their rights when tech companies won’t make any concessions when others use their creations -
Weekly take: Contrasting AI copyright decisions show need for harmonisation
In the space of two weeks the US and China have handed down opposing rulings on copyright eligibility of AI-assisted works, so where do we go from here?
We discuss how law firms are using AI, whether remote working has resulted in cost-savings, and what corporate counsel want from their advisers when it comes to DEI
One of Managing IP’s most influential people in IP for 2024, Hurtado Rivas discusses mental health in the profession, the changing role of a trademark lawyer, and what keeps a Nestlé IP counsel busy
We discuss Managing IP’s 50 most influential people in IP list and look back on the biggest talking points in the last month
We discuss Kathi Vidal’s departure from the USPTO, how IP business Qantm is using its private equity investment, and the latest AI trends spotted by law firms
In the latest episode, we discuss why IP firms might be attractive to PE investors and bring you the latest news on submissions for next year’s IP STARS rankings
In the latest episode, we discuss our latest list of in-house rising stars and analyse developments from AI work for law firms to legal market news in Canada
In the latest episode, we discuss the newest rankings published by IP STARS and analyse developments from AI guidelines to the purchase of a law firm
In the latest episode, Managing IP is joined by WIPO director general Daren Tang to discuss traditional knowledge, artificial intelligence, and bringing IP to the ‘man on the street’
In the latest episode, Managing IP is joined by Gwilym Roberts and Lee Davies from the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys to discuss the UPC, IP ministers, diversity and more
In the latest episode, the team discusses the battle to take control of listed company and IP business Qantm IP, and looks at some recent hiring trends
In an interview, Ankit Sahni says legal recognition of emerging tech is important for incentivising innovation and meeting new-age commercial needs
UKIPO CEO Tim Moss speaks to Managing IP about moving past Brexit, and champions the relevance of IP in government policy
Mary Rasenberger talks about her work protecting authors’ rights, the CASE Act, and why we shouldn’t expect the next Great American Novel to come from AI
In the latest episode of our monthly podcast, the team discusses AI clarifications from India and the US, and previews the upcoming Managing IP Awards for EMEA and the Americas