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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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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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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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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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Robert Hayes to Lead Discussion on AI Tools Advancing USPTO’s Intellectual Property Mission
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a hybrid USPTO Hour on April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. ET, focusing on the agency’s initiatives to drive artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and utilize AI tools in support of its mission. Robert Hayes, Acting Chief AI & Data Officer and Senior Advisor t…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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USPTO Director John A. Squires to lead World IP Day panel addressing NIL, trademark risks, and AI deepfakes for athletes and creators
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will debut an on-site educational initiative at the 2026 NFL Draft® in Pittsburgh, focusing on trademark and brand protection for athletes, creators, and personal brands. Director John A. Squires will moderate a World IP Day panel discussing the evolving landscape of name,…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Fighting, USPTO.
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued 11 administrative orders in the past six months to remove approximately 10,500 trademark applications and registrations deemed fraudulent or invalid. This action follows last fiscal year’s removal of over 52,000 invalid filings and sanctions against fore…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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The 10th anniversary event highlights the office’s role in fostering intellectual property awareness and economic growth in the Southwest region
On May 11, 2026, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Southwest Regional Outreach Office will celebrate its 10th anniversary with an in-person event at the Arts District Mansion in Dallas, Texas. The milestone occasion, held in partnership with the Dallas Bar Association Intellectual Property Section, will feature i…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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Addressing the evolving landscape of personal branding and NIL rights, USPTO Director outlines strategic trademark protections amid AI and entertainment industry shifts
At the INTA Annual Meeting in London, USPTO Director John A. Squires delivered a keynote emphasizing the agency's proactive approach to trademark issues arising from personal branding, name-image-likeness (NIL) rights, and AI-generated content. Drawing on examples from collegiate athletics and entertainment, Squires u…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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The United States Patent and Trademark Office introduces streamlined options in Trademark Center to improve user experience and facilitate secure filings.
The USPTO has updated its Trademark Center platform to include secure and streamlined processes for changing addresses, updating representation, and renewing registrations. This enhancement is part of the agency's ongoing transition from the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) to Trademark Center, aimed at…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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Four-day online program from May 4-7 aims to enhance understanding of patent examination procedures for foreign-licensed agents and attorneys
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a virtual Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) course from May 4 to 7. This four-day program is designed specifically for international patent agents and attorneys registered with the USPTO, focusing on how patent examiners a…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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New AI tools assist applicants with mark descriptions and color claims, streamlining trademark filings
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has integrated artificial intelligence capabilities into its Trademark Center, offering applicants automated suggestions for mark descriptions and color claims. This enhancement aims to simplify the application process, reduce errors, and minimize processing delays…
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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