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European Patent Office Implements 5% Fee Increase Effective April 1—Reflects Surge in AI and Semiconductor Filings

The European Patent Office implemented official fee increases effective April 1, 2026, marking its first substantial rev...
Intellectual Property

Geographical Indications: How Regions Turn Their Names Into Protected IP

From Champagne to Kobe Beef, geographical indications protect regional products worldwide. A deep investigation into TRIPS, the EU GI system, Japan's GI Act, and why these rights are worth billions to fight for.