Stronger patent protection and its effect on innovation & more…Keep up with what has been happening this week in our latest IP news round-up…

Secerna Sparks Interest in IP Law at Durham University

Secerna Shares IP Law Insights with Durham University Students.

EWHC judgment in Pfizer v Uniqure Biopharma discusses common drafting technique of patent attorneys in dealing with gene modification

In October 2024 a written judgment of the EWHC issued in respect of EP(UK) No. 3581650 of Uniqure Biopharma B.V. holding as obvious claims in the EPO ‘for use’ format relating to gene therapy for haemophilia B.

GEN hires JunHe IP partner to bolster Beijing team

GEN Law Firm has recently expanded its intellectual property team with the addition of partner Lu Liang who will be practising at the Beijing office.

Stronger patent protection and its effect on innovation and market power

When deciding about the strength of patent protection, policymakers face a trade-off between increased innovation incentives and higher market power of patent holders.

Marks & Clerk calls for heightened brand protection as counterfeit threat spikes during peak retail season

With more than 1 in 4 Black Friday shoppers duped by counterfeit goods, brands must act to safeguard consumer trust and protect brand integrity.