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Intellectual property is no longer just about registering rights—it’s about building connections. The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) is reshaping how we think about collaboration, turning its EU Intellectual Property Network into a true community. The goal? To make IP systems smarter, more inclusive, and better prepared for the future.

Harvard University has been making headlines for more than just academics. From resisting government crackdowns on students to challenging federal funding freezes, the school has stood its ground against heavy-handed demands. Now, the spotlight has shifted to something less visible but just as valuable: its massive portfolio of patents.

Deepfakes aren’t just internet pranks anymore — they’re a growing legal and financial threat. From costly online scamming using someone’s likeness to spreading fake news that could sway elections, AI-generated videos, voices, and images are rewriting the rules of online trust. Denmark now wants to fight back with what could be Europe’s first deepfake-specific copyright law — but for now, it’s still just a proposal, with formal debate expected in autumn 2025.

EUIPO and OLAF brought together enforcement experts to strengthen cooperation and protect consumers from IP crime in everyday goods.