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NFTs, blockchain and IP – part 3: a summary of recent key NFT disputes
In part three of this series, we look at recent legal disputes involving NFTs (ongoing and settled), that present new, unique intellectual property issues.
Patents at the intersection of AI and transport: improving the journey from patent filing to grant
In this analysis, we look at how different examiners view AI and machine learning patent applications, that intersect with other scientific fields.
Invalidity case highlights importance of a UK address for service for WIPO registrations
A recent UK IPO decision, Marco Polo (O/681/22) shows the dangers of not appointing a UK address for service for WIPO trade mark registrations.
NFTs, blockchain and IP – part 2: the IP rights of NFT owners
In part two of this series, we look at the interplay between NFTs and specific intellectual property (IP) rights that subsist in the UK.
New guidance for UK IPO patent examination of AI inventions
In March 2021, the UK government committed the IPO to publish enhanced guidelines on the examination of patent applications relating to AI inventions. Yesterday, these guidelines were published.
NFTs, blockchain and IP – part 1: the key concepts
In part one of this series, we introduce the concepts of non-fungible tokens (NFTS), the metaverse, cryptocurrency and blockchain.