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FICPI 2024

Inventa was present at the 22nd Open Forum of the International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys (FICPI), which took place from September 25 to 28 in Madrid, Spain. The event sessions delved into compelling topics on trademarks, patents, and designs, alongside essential practice management insights, including leadership – all of which are highly relevant and valuable for IP p...

October 1, 2024

Opinion Portugal Trademark Law Geographical Indications

Battle over sweet traditions: the protection of Ovos Moles de Aveiro

In the picturesque region of Aveiro, Portugal, where tradition is as rich as the history that surrounds it, a legal battle has been brewing over one of the country’s most cherished delicacies: Ovos Moles de Aveiro. This sweet treat, known for its delicate shell and rich egg yolk filling, has long been a symbol of the region, with European Union protected geographical indication (PGI) stat...

September 27, 2024

Diogo Antunes

Press Release United States of America Trademark

INTA TMAP 2024

The 2024 Trademark Administrators & Practitioners (TMAP) Meeting, organized by the International Trademark Association, kicked off on September 22nd in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The event brought together trademark administrators, paralegals, young practitioners, and attorneys who manage global trademark portfolios. Mariana Hazt Lencina was amongst the attendees to represent Inven...

September 27, 2024

Press Release China Trademark Law Asia

CIPAC 2024

On September 13 and 14, 2024 the 13th edition of the China Intellectual Property Annual Conference (CIPAC) took place in Beijing, China. The event brought together industry professionals to discuss a range of intellectual property related topics, such as IP protection, trademark strategies in the digital era, laws and regulations, IP information services, amongst others initiatives.&n...

September 25, 2024

Press Release Portugal Law

The Legal 500: Intellectual Property Comparative Guide 2024

The 2024 edition of The Legal 500: Intellectual Property Comparative Guide is now available, featuring insights from Vítor Palmela Fidalgo and João Pereira Cabral on Intellectual Property laws and regulations in Portugal. This comparative guide delivers an up-to-date overview of intellectual property law and practice across numerous jurisdictions. For more details, explore the...

September 23, 2024

Press Release Portugal European Union EUIPO

Inventa welcomes EUIPO at headquarters in Lisbon

On September 18, Inventa had a visit from EUIPO - European Union Intellectual Property Office in our headquarters, in Lisbon. It was a pleasure to meet Alina Butuman (Key Account Manager), Tony Quintaneira Conde (examiner) and Pedro Duarte Guimarães (Head of Service - TM Examination for Key Accounts). In this insightful and productive meeting, we discussed strategies to enhance com...

September 20, 2024

Press Release Patent Trademark Law Europe

FICPI 22nd Open Forum

Inventa will attend the International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys’ (FICPI) 22nd Open Forum, from the 25th to 28th of September in Madrid. Throughout the event, several sessions will cover various aspects of IP law, including practice management, patents, trademarks and designs, and the latest legal updates, offering an excellent opportunity to build and strengthen...

September 18, 2024

Opinion Tunisia Copyright Trademark Africa Madrid System

The Tunisian women leveraging IP to protect their art and heritage

Each year, on August 13, Tunisia observes National Women's Day, a significant occasion marking the anniversary of the 1956 promulgation of the Code of Personal Status. This landmark legal framework was pivotal in granting Tunisian women rights and freedoms that were unparalleled in the Arab world, setting a precedent for gender equality and women's rights. Despite the progress made, the...

September 17, 2024

Vera Albino

Press Release Mozambique Patent Africa

FACIM 2024 | Maputo International Trade Fair

The 59th edition of FACIM - Maputo International Trade Fair - took place in Mozambique from August 26 to September 1. FACIM is the largest trade fair for national products and companies, and it also helps international and local entrepreneurs to promote and start new partnerships. During the 2024 edition of FACIM, the Inventa Moçambique team had the opportunity to talk to and advise e...

September 4, 2024

Opinion Patent Patent Internationalisation Europe

A practical guide to successfully enter an international application in the EPO regional phrase

Understanding the procedures for entering an international patent application into the European Patent Office (EPO) regional phase under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is crucial for securing European patent rights. Vítor Sérgio Moreira provides a detailed overview of the necessary steps, deadlines, and potential legal remedies, guiding applicants through the comple...

August 28, 2024

Vítor Sérgio Moreira

Opinion Patent Europe

From quills to qwerty: the evolution of writing through patents

The development of writing tools over time reflects the evolution of human communication and technology and further demonstrates how advancements in materials and digital innovation have transformed the way we record and share information. It is believed that writing originated in only one location—Sumer, southern Mesopotamia (around 3500 BCE)—and later spread across the world via c...

August 27, 2024

Marisol Cardoso

Opinion Nigeria Patent Copyright Trademark

Nigeria: Trademark protection strategies for fintech startups

Financial technology (fintech) encompasses many innovations, including mobile payment platforms, blockchain-based solutions, algorithmic trading systems, and peer-to-peer lending platforms, among others. The protection of fintech innovations is critically dependent on a robust framework of intellectual property (IP) rights. These include patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, all o...

August 20, 2024

Queen Ajura Ugbeda

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