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[Exclusive] Samyang Set to Secure 'Buldak' and 'Buldak' Trademarks—Green Light for Both Korean and English
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[Exclusive] Samyang Set to Secure 'Buldak' and 'Buldak' Trademarks—Green Light for Both Korean and English

Intellectual Property Office Announces Application on the 4th—Finalization if No Objection Just Two Months After Application—Government Support Requested in January Not Only Engli…

Intellectual Property Office Announces Application on the 4th—Finalization if No Objection Just Two Months After Application—Government Support Requested in January Not Only English but Also Korean Trademark Announced—Applies Only to Ramen The trademark rights for Samyang Foods' signature spicy brand "Buldak" have cle…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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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...

Saturday, August 13, 2022
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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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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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PatentsUSA

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Unveils 2025 Intellectual Property 'Go To Lawyers' Honorees

Annual Feature Recognizes Leading IP Attorneys Nominated by Peers and Selected by Editorial Panel

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has released its 2025 list of 'Go To Lawyers' in the field of Intellectual Property, highlighting attorneys recognized for their leadership and expertise. The honorees were nominated by colleagues and chosen by a dedicated panel, continuing the publication's tradition of spotlighting excel…

Sunday, May 3, 2026
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PatentsIndia

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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[Exclusive] Samyang Set to Secure 'Buldak' and 'Buldak' Trademarks—Green Light for Both Korean and English
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[Exclusive] Samyang Set to Secure 'Buldak' and 'Buldak' Trademarks—Green Light for Both Korean and English

Intellectual Property Office Announces Application on the 4th—Finalization if No Objection Just Two Months After Application—Government Support Requested in January Not Only Engli…

Intellectual Property Office Announces Application on the 4th—Finalization if No Objection Just Two Months After Application—Government Support Requested in January Not Only English but Also Korean Trademark Announced—Applies Only to Ramen The trademark rights for Samyang Foods' signature spicy brand "Buldak" have cle…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Celadyne Technologies Secures $250,000 UT Seed Fund Investment to Advance Hydrogen Fuel Cell Innovation
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Celadyne Technologies Secures $250,000 UT Seed Fund Investment to Advance Hydrogen Fuel Cell Innovation

University of Texas at Austin’s Discovery to Impact backs materials science startup to strengthen hydrogen energy applications and supply chain resilience.

Celadyne Technologies, a startup emerging from UT Austin’s Cockrell School of Engineering, has received a $250,000 investment from the UT Seed Fund. The funding, managed by Discovery to Impact, will support Celadyne’s development of advanced membrane materials for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers, aiming to addre…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Rescheduling and Intellectual Property- What Medical Marijuana Operators Can (and Can’t) Do at the USPTO Now
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Rescheduling and Intellectual Property- What Medical Marijuana Operators Can (and Can’t) Do at the USPTO Now

When the acting attorney general moved state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana-containing products from Schedule I to Schedule III, the headlines focused on ba…

When the acting attorney general moved state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana-containing products from Schedule I to Schedule III, the headlines focused on banking, taxation, and what the change might mean for operators day to day. But one consequential — and underreported — area of impact is inte…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Mayer Brown Earns Top Honors in 2025 IAM Patent 1000 Global Rankings
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Mayer Brown Earns Top Honors in 2025 IAM Patent 1000 Global Rankings

Firm's Intellectual Property Practice and Attorneys Recognized Across Multiple Jurisdictions for Patent Expertise

Mayer Brown's global Intellectual Property practice has been recognized in the 2025 edition of the IAM Patent 1000, receiving high marks for its international reach and depth of patent expertise. The guide highlighted the firm's ability to handle complex disputes and named numerous Mayer Brown attorneys for individual…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is Hiring: 3 Translator–Reviser (English/French) Roles Open in Geneva Switzerland
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World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is Hiring: 3 Translator–Reviser (English/French) Roles Open in Geneva Switzerland

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is recruiting three Translator–Reviser (English/French) professionals for its Patents and Technology Sector in Geneva, Switzerl…

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is recruiting three Translator–Reviser (English/French) professionals for its Patents and Technology Sector in Geneva, Switzerland. These positions are part of the French Translation Section within the PCT Translation Division, which plays a key role in producing hig…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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[Exclusive] Samyang Set to Secure 'Buldak' and 'Buldak' Trademarks—Green Light for Both Korean and English
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[Exclusive] Samyang Set to Secure 'Buldak' and 'Buldak' Trademarks—Green Light for Both Korean and English

Intellectual Property Office Announces Application on the 4th—Finalization if No Objection Just Two Months After Application—Government Support Requested in January Not Only Engli…

Intellectual Property Office Announces Application on the 4th—Finalization if No Objection Just Two Months After Application—Government Support Requested in January Not Only English but Also Korean Trademark Announced—Applies Only to Ramen The trademark rights for Samyang Foods' signature spicy brand "Buldak" have cle…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Samyang Foods' 'Buldak' English Trademark Clears Key Hurdle in Korea Amid Global Imitation Surge
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Samyang Foods' 'Buldak' English Trademark Clears Key Hurdle in Korea Amid Global Imitation Surge

Intellectual Property Office advances Samyang Foods’ English 'Buldak' trademark after expedited review, as company intensifies efforts to combat overseas counterfeiting.

Samyang Foods has achieved a significant milestone in its quest to secure domestic trademark rights for the English name 'Buldak,' following an expedited review by the Intellectual Property Office. The move comes as the company faces a proliferation of imitation products overseas and seeks to strengthen its global bra…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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World Intellectual Property Day observed at RU
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World Intellectual Property Day observed at RU

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NewsPM100 Days of Interim GovernmentPresidentTop NewsNationalJuly UprisingJatiya SangsadArts & EntertainmentEducation NewsHealth NewsClimate Change & EnvironmentScience & TechnologyWeather Journalism must uphold truth and serve people: Information Minister Govt takes tough stance to maintain law and order: Home Minist…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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FIFA police will be lurking at Toronto bars to enforce corporate law
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FIFA police will be lurking at Toronto bars to enforce corporate law

So-called "FIFA police" could be lurking at your local bar in just a few weeks, and local watering holes will have to be extra careful to avoid costly legal action during the Worl…

So-called "FIFA police" could be lurking at your local bar in just a few weeks, and local watering holes will have to be extra careful to avoid costly legal action during the World Cup descending on Toronto in June and July. Toronto bars have had a long history with FIFA's legal fist, highlighted in a New York Times a…

Monday, May 4, 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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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property
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Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 Mar…

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 March 2026. Technological progress is the backbone of economic growth, yet women's underrepresentation in innovation represents a challenge to…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws
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Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention.

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention. Yet for many of these creators, turning originality into sustainable income remains an uphill climb. Weak enforcement, piracy, and limited a…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Akerman Expands Intellectual Property Team in New York With Haynes Boone Pair
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Akerman Expands Intellectual Property Team in New York With Haynes Boone Pair

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Reporting, and expert analysis of legal technology with a focus onwhat legal departments, law firms, and tech companies need to know The Am Law 100 is the definitive ranking of the 100 largest law firms in the United States.

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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