EUIPO - European Union Intellectual Property Office

SAVE THE DATE | Announcing the ‘Unlock the Future of Geographical Indications' conference, taking place on 28-29 January 2025 at the EUIPO.   This hybrid event will bring together experts, producers and policymakers to discuss the vital role of GIs. Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dskchHNw Discover all about GIs in our dedicated hub: https://lnkd.in/d8Y-trYs   #geographicalindications #EUquality #culturalheritage #intellectualproperty

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and communities affected by the floods in the Valencia region. We have witnessed the heartbreaking loss of lives and extensive damage to homes and infrastructure.   We stand in solidarity with all those impacted and commend the ongoing efforts of emergency responders, volunteers and local organisations providing critical aid.   The EUIPO community extends its support to our neighbours in the Valencia region during this difficult time.

📅 Save the date! The Geographical Indications (GIs) Conference will take place next 28-29 January at the EUIPO and online. Discover the importance of GIs in boosting local and regional employment, development, and tourism. Register today to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dskchHNw   #EUquality #geographicalindications #culturalheritage #intellectualproperty

Would you like to learn how to file a successful design invalidity application on the grounds of lack of novelty or individual character? In our next webinar, we will give you practical tips on how to structure your claim and submit your evidence. We will also take a closer look at the EUIPO practice and highlight recent examples from case-law. Book your place: https://lnkd.in/deBCzmkr #designrights #designprotection #intellectualproperty

The EUIPO was honoured to be associated with the third European Forum on Artificial Intelligence, and to have the chance to organise a panel discussion at our headquarters in Alicante together with Diario INFORMACIÓN, Prensa Ibérica, ELLIS Alicante Foundation, Encuentros NOW, and the Real Academia de Ingeniería of Spain. The forum welcomed a panel of experts discussing the European Union AI Act, the first-ever legal framework on AI which addresses the risks of AI and positions Europe to play a leading role globally. The new regulation includes creator opt-out options, which will allow artists, writers, and other content producers to opt out of having their works used as data for training AI systems without permission. “As AI rapidly evolves, our intellectual property systems must not only keep pace but lead the way, ensuring that innovation thrives without undermining the rights of creators. The ability for creators to opt out of AI data use, a significant aspect of the EU AI Act, raises important questions about how we fairly compensate artists and creators whose work fuels AI systems. Striking the right balance between unleashing AI’s potential and protecting creative rights is essential,” said Executive Director João Negrão during his opening speech. Events like this provide invaluable input to discussions and are essential for shaping the future of AI policy and technology, enabling us to address these pressing questions together. #AI #GenerativeAI #IntellectualProperty #CreatorsRights #Inclusivity #EUAIAct #Innovation #EthicalAI #FutureOfIP

Involved in an intellectual property dispute? Fighting a battle in court is not always the only way out.   The EUIPO offers free of charge mediation services to those businesses interested in finding alternative options to court litigation.   ℹ️ Visit our Mediation Centre for more info: https://lnkd.in/dZynDCuf #mediation #alternativedisputeresolution #intellectualproperty

On this day in 1961, the Rome Convention was adopted, introducing, for the first time, the concept of related rights. The Rome Convention extends copyright protection to theatre performers, singers, dancers and musicians. This means that before a radio or TV station plays a song by a particular artist, they must obtain permission from the performer and pay a fee for the use or the broadcast of the song. Likewise, the agreement ensures protection for producers and broadcasters against unauthorised retransmissions, helping to safeguard the rights of those who create and distribute creative works. Learn more about the history of intellectual property: https://lnkd.in/e7SPWAv3 #onthisday #RomeConvention #IPinhistory #copyright #relatedrights #intellectualproperty

25.09.24 🗓️. A day to remember for those who love design. The 2024 DesignEuropa Awards, held at the iconic National Library of Latvia in Riga, celebrated and recognised great European designers and the companies that support them. Over 800 applicants from across Europe applied for this edition, but only six of them were shortlisted, all of them showing remarkable quality and talent. Watch the ceremony highlights, and visit www.designeuropaawards.eu to learn all about the finalists and winners. See you at the next Design Europa Awards!👋 #designeuropa #designawards #productdesign #industrialdesign #designrights #intellectualproperty

100 years of entertainment, protected by IP. Since 1924, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Studios has produced countless iconic films and TV shows, with its legendary ‘lion’s head’ logo at the front and centre of the brand. But how is MGM’s impressive output reflected in its European Union trade marks? Currently, MGM’s registered trade marks include: 🔸 a sound mark for the ‘lion’s roar’ heard at the beginning of every MGM film 🔸 figurative trade marks for the logos of well-known MGM franchises, such as The Pink Panther, Fame and Rocky 🔸 word marks for the names of films like Legally Blonde, Some Like It Hot and The Magnificent Seven, as well as for memorable characters like Inspector Clouseau and Rocky Balboa 🔸 and of course, plenty of registered trade marks for the variations of MGM’s famous lion that have popped up over the years! And trade marks aren’t the only form of intellectual property (IP) that MGM uses. Through distributing films, it generates revenue from the underlying copyright by releasing these movies to the public, and through licensing and merchandising its IP to other companies. IP rights are vital to the entertainment industry, keeping our favourite film and TV creations safe from infringement for the years to come. #throwbackthursday #metrogoldwynmayer #MGMstudios #intellectualproperty

The EUIPO Boards of Appeal (BoA) Consistency Circles analyse and discuss case-law of the BoA and the General Court/Court of Justice of the EU, to identify trends with a view to developing a common understanding on relevant legal issues of trade mark and design law. The results of their work are disseminated with the aim of increasing knowledge, raising awareness and promoting/supporting transparency among the various BoA stakeholders. Three new case law reports have recently been published: 🔸 The link between the trade marks (Article 8(5) EUTMR) 🔸 Defining subcategories of goods and services in the case of partial use 🔸 Assessment of individual character (Article 6 CDR) Access them here: https://lnkd.in/eRfDaGba #IPcaselaw #trademarks #relativegrouds #intellectualproperty