The Unitary Patent – introducing the new patent game in town
16 May 2022
It is possible to obtain an EU Trade Mark and an EU Registered Design both of which are a single right which provides protection for
The Top 100 Global Innovators
27 April 2022
Clarivate has just published its latest annual “Top 100 Global Innovators” report, identifying the organisations that are excelling at the innovation game. It also gives
Two IP interviewed by The Patent Lawyer
5 April 2022
Our co-founder, Anna Molony, sat down with The Patent Lawyer magazine to talk about the new breed consultancy model that Two IP operates. She explains
Why you need a patent strategy
29 March 2022
All companies have a business strategy and technology led companies will have an R&D strategy that supports the business strategy. The most successful technology led
Update on ViCo Oral Proceedings at the EPO
29 March 2022
Last year the European Patent Office (EPO), Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) issued its decision in G1/21 on the legality of oral proceedings held by
EPO consulting users about a “grace period” for patents
24 February 2022
The European Patent Office (EPO) is consulting users about the novelty requirement under the European Patent Convention (EPC) and the lack of a so-called “grace
5 ways to improve how you manage your IP
15 February 2022
Managing your intellectual property (IP) can seem like a daunting task at times. However, it can be easier than you think. We’ve put together 5
Will Glasgow Climate Pact drive up green-tech innovation?
8 December 2021
Will the Glasgow Climate Pact drive even higher levels of innovation (and patenting activity) as we look for solutions to the climate crisis? In October
WIPO Global Innovation Index (GII) – 2021 Edition
9 November 2021
The 14th edition of the Global Innovation Index (GII) has just been published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Since the first edition was released in
How to get Prioritized Patent Examination in the US
7 October 2021
The USPTO has just increased the annual limit on the number of applications that can be submitted via its Track One prioritized examination program from
Are EPO ViCo proceedings a good thing for clients?
9 September 2021
I think it’s safe to say that when it comes to conducting oral proceedings at the EPO, videoconferencing is here to stay. However, despite some
Beware of patent and trade mark registration and renewal scams
9 August 2021
According to reports from the UK and European Patent Offices, more and more patent and trade mark owners are receiving unsolicited and unexpected requests to