Certainty lost – the EU’s plan for Standard Essential Patent adjudication
20 April 2023
On the 1st June 2023, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) will come into force. Created by the Agreement on a Unified Patent Court (UPCA) which
New EU Digital Services Act – Regulation of Online Intermediaries
21 March 2023
The Digital Services Act (hereafter “the Act”, or “the DSA”) is a huge leap forward in the regulation of online intermediaries. Approved on 27 October
Madrid Protocol Concerning the International Registration of Marks – Changes to Regulations
28 February 2023
On 1st February 2023, changes came into effect which will impact how some trade mark applications are treated under the Madrid Protocol. A summary of
Two IP Founder wins ‘Lawyer Monthly’ 2022 Patents Lawyer of the Year Award
20 February 2023
Dr Anna Molony has recently been awarded ‘2022 Patents Lawyer of the Year’ by ‘Lawyer Monthly’ for her work in co-founding Two IP and pioneering
Thinking Differently – How Two IP helps me do my best work for my clients
20 February 2023
In November, Rachel Havard joined Two IP as a consultant trade mark attorney. In this blog, she shares her reflections after her first three months
Protecting your brand from the increase in counterfeits
16 February 2023
The global counterfeit goods industry is estimated to be worth around US$600 billion a year. It is thought that as many as 10% of all
Patent grants up 10% at IP5 offices in 2021
13 February 2023
Patent activity is continuing to increase at the leading IP offices around the world, including the European Patent Office (EPO). How can you ensure that
The importance of a valid UK address for service for trade marks and designs
30 January 2023
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) has issued a new Tribunal Practice Notice (TPN 2/2023) with a potentially significant impact upon UK rights acquired
Information on the unitary patent and the benefits for UK businesses.
17 January 2023
The European Patent system is about to undergo a significant change, introducing the “Unitary Patent” and a new “Unified Patents Court”. This short video provides
Top trademark tips for new brands and products
17 January 2023
New year, new product? Or just looking to refresh your brand? Be sure to follow these tips to ensure a smooth process from brand selection
Levels of innovation on the increase according to UK IPO report
21 November 2022
The 2021/22 Innovation and Growth report from the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has been published. This report provides insight into the work the UKIPO
2022 Global Innovation Index: Innovation impact vs productivity
30 September 2022
The World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) Global Innovation Index (GII) is a helpful indicator of geographical areas that are active when it comes to innovation.