News

Latest information and commentaries from the world of intellectual property. Follow us regularly so you do not miss out on any important news.

Patents & Plants: How Easy Licensing Helps Farmers Feed Europe

Patents & Plants: How Easy Licensing Helps Farmers Feed Europe

Farmers are under pressure—droughts, rising costs, and eco-friendly rules make growing food harder than ever. But there’s good news: faster, smarter plant breeding is here, and a new licensing system makes these innovations easy to access. Here’s how it works—and why it matters for Europe’s food future.
Czech Patents Plummet: What’s Killing Innovation

Czech Patents Plummet: What’s Killing Innovation

Last year, Czechs filed just 463 patent applications—the lowest number since 1995. Universities and businesses are applying for fewer patents, but why? While some blame a lack of awareness about intellectual property, others point to "offshoring patents," where foreign companies own Czech-made inventions. Despite the slump, there’s good news: Czech innovators are increasingly filing patents abroad, showing they’re still thinking big. Let’s break it down!
Europe and Japan Team Up: Powering Innovation Through Patents

Europe and Japan Team Up: Powering Innovation Through Patents

On 5 March 2025, the European Patent Office (EPO) and Japan’s JETRO held their 13th annual meeting in Munich, sparking exciting discussions on innovation, sustainability, and the future of patents. With key players like JETRO Düsseldorf Director General Kazuyoshi Sugano in attendance, the event highlighted how collaboration is driving progress for Japanese companies in Europe. Here’s what you need to know:
Can Elon Musk Really Trademark “Telepathy” and “Telekinesis”?

Can Elon Musk Really Trademark “Telepathy” and “Telekinesis”?

Elon Musk’s Neuralink is making headlines with its plans to trademark “Telepathy” and “Telekinesis.” But let’s be clear: these aren’t new ideas. They’ve been part of science fiction and human imagination for decades. So, can a company actually own these words? And is Neuralink’s technology as revolutionary as it sounds? Let’s take a closer look.