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Request the US to objectively assess Vietnam in intellectual property protection
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Request the US to objectively assess Vietnam in intellectual property protection

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection.

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection. On May 1, answering reporters' questions, requesting to know Vietnam's reaction to the US identification of Vietnam as a "priority foreign country" in the A…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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Request the US to objectively assess Vietnam in intellectual property protection

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection. On May 1, answering reporters' questions, requesting to know Vietnam's reaction to the US identification of Vietnam as a "priority foreign country" in the A…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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Becton Dickinson Sues Baxter Over Infusion Pump Patents

Leading medical technology company Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Baxter International Inc., claiming that Baxter has unlawfully used BD’s patented technologies in it...

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Detailed Information About PCT Filing

Regularly check our site to learn about PCT filing and more crucial ideas. The patent Cooperation Treaty is known as PCT. It is an international agreement that has more than 150 members. Submitting a single PCT applic...

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Vietnam Urges U.S. to Provide Fair Review of Intellectual Property Protection Progress

Foreign Ministry Responds to U.S. 'Priority Foreign Country' Designation, Citing Legal Reforms and International Cooperation

Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the United States to offer an objective and balanced evaluation of the country's intellectual property protection efforts. The statement follows the U.S. government's decision to list Vietnam as a 'Priority Foreign Country' in its annual global IP report. Vietnamese…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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India on US priority watch list for Intellectual Property rights: What it means and why it matters

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enfo…

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enforcement mechanisms. The designation was announced in the annual Special 301 Report, which assesses how effectively US trading partners safeg…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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Vietnam Intensifies IP Enforcement Following U.S. Priority Watch List Designation

Government aims for 20% rise in enforcement actions amid U.S. pressure and trade tensions

Vietnam has announced a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property violations, seeking a 20% increase in enforcement cases after being named a 'priority foreign country' by the U.S. Trade Representative. The initiative targets copyright, trademark, and counterfeiting offenses across multiple sectors, as the U.S. we…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Request the US to objectively assess Vietnam in intellectual property protection
PolicyGlobal

Request the US to objectively assess Vietnam in intellectual property protection

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection.

It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection. On May 1, answering reporters' questions, requesting to know Vietnam's reaction to the US identification of Vietnam as a "priority foreign country" in the A…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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USPTO Highlights Three Key Informative Decisions on IPR Claim Construction and Institution Standards
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USPTO Highlights Three Key Informative Decisions on Claim Construction and Institution Vacatur

Director’s rulings in Ford, Terumo BCT, and TikTok IPRs underscore procedural rigor and consistency with America Invents Act intent

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has designated three recent decisions as informative, each addressing critical issues in inter partes review (IPR) proceedings. These rulings clarify the Office’s stance on claim construction inconsistencies, petitioner conduct post-institution, and the appropriate use of…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO Announces Panelists and Agenda for Final PTAB Spring Listening Session
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USPTO Announces Panelists and Agenda for Final PTAB Spring Listening Session

The third session of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s spring series features expert panels discussing Board administration on May 18 at USPTO headquarters and online.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has revealed the panelists and schedule for the concluding event in its three-part PTAB spring listening series. Scheduled for Monday, May 18, from 3 to 5 p.m. Eastern Time, the session will be held in the Clara Barton Auditorium at USPTO headquarters in Alexandria…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO Intensifies Crackdown on Fraudulent Patent Representations, Terminating Thousands of Applications
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USPTO Intensifies Crackdown on Fraudulent Patent Representations, Terminating Thousands of Applications

The Patent Fraud Mitigation Unit has ended over 3,800 patent proceedings since FY 2025 to uphold integrity and protect applicants from unauthorized representation

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has reinforced its efforts to combat fraud and misrepresentation in patent applications. Since the start of fiscal year 2025, the Patent Fraud Mitigation Unit has terminated more than 3,800 applications for violations involving unauthorized representatives. In Apri…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO and LES-SVC to Host Virtual Session on Licensing Innovations in May
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USPTO and LES-SVC to Host Virtual Session on Licensing Innovations in May

Practical patents context for IP teams tracking Patents, Join, Successful Inventing.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Western Regional Outreach Office, in partnership with the Licensing Executives Society–Silicon Valley Chapter, will present a virtual session focused on licensing products and concepts. Scheduled for May 13, the event is part of the "Successful Inventing" series designed…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO to Host Webinar on OED Programs Including Diversion and Patent Pro Bono Services
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USPTO to Host Webinar on OED Programs Including Diversion and Patent Pro Bono Services

The Office of Enrollment and Discipline will present an informative session covering key programs available to practitioners and applicants, featuring a live Q&A

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced a webinar scheduled for May 13, 2026, focusing on the Office of Enrollment and Discipline’s (OED) programs. The session will highlight the Diversion Program for those under disciplinary review, as well as the Law School Clinic and Patent Pro Bono programs…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO Advises Attorneys to Regularly Verify Bar Credentials to Prevent Unauthorized Trademark Filings
TrademarksUSA

USPTO Advises Attorneys to Regularly Verify Bar Credentials to Prevent Unauthorized Trademark Filings

Routine monitoring of attorney credentials in the trademark register helps detect misuse and safeguard professional reputations.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) urges trademark attorneys to proactively check their bar credentials listed in the trademark register. This practice aims to identify unauthorized use of attorney identities, particularly in filings involving foreign applicants who must retain U.S.-licensed counsel…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO Advances Trademark Application Efficiency, Cuts Pendency Times in FY 2026
TrademarksUSA

USPTO Advances Trademark Application Efficiency, Cuts Pendency Times in FY 2026

Building on prior gains, USPTO reduces trademark first action and disposal pendency amid rising filings, with new tools and staffing enhancements underway

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has reported significant reductions in trademark application processing times during the first half of fiscal year 2026. First action pendency dropped by 20% to 4.45 months, and total disposal pendency decreased to just over 10 months, despite a 7% increase in fili…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO to Mandate User Registration for Open Data Portal Access Starting June 2026
TrademarksUSA

USPTO to Mandate User Registration for Open Data Portal Access Starting June 2026

New registration requirement aims to enhance security and improve user experience on USPTO’s Open Data Portal

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced that beginning June 18, 2026, access to its Open Data Portal (ODP) will require users to register with a USPTO.gov account. This change is part of a broader initiative to strengthen protections around publicly available federal data and to reduce unregist…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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Avex Posts Record Fiscal 2025 Revenue and Profit, Accelerates Global Music Rights and IP Expansion
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Avex Posts Record Fiscal 2025 Revenue and Profit, Accelerates Global Music Rights and IP Expansion

Tokyo-based Avex Inc. reports highest post-pandemic sales, returns to profitability, and advances strategic investments in global music publishing, artist management, and intellec…

Avex Inc. announced robust financial results for fiscal year 2025, ending March 31, 2026, with net sales reaching approximately USD 971 million, an 11.3% increase year-over-year. The company returned to profitability with an operating profit of USD 27 million, driven by growth in live entertainment, anime sales, and c…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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Winston Lawyers Recognized in World Intellectual Property Review’s Leaders Directory 2026
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Winston Lawyers Recognized in World Intellectual Property Review’s Leaders Directory 2026

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