Paul McCartney warns AI ‘could take over’ as UK debates copyright laws & more…Keep up with what has been happening this week in our latest IP news round-up…

European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) tries reverse domain name hijacking

Intellectual property agency filed a surprisingly deficient cybersquatting claim.

Paul McCartney warns AI ‘could take over’ as UK debates copyright laws

Former Beatle speaks out amid fears the rise of AI threatens income streams for music, news and book publishers.

How 37 patent firms made it into JUVE Patent’s first UPC litigation ranking

JUVE Patent’s first UPC litigation ranking 2025 provides a clear picture of which law firms have already established a reputation at the new Unified Patent Court after one and a half years of litigation. The feedback from in-house counsel inside and outside Europe was plentiful and detailed, enabling an initial market overview.

Beyond EPAIL? UK Supreme Court grants leave to appeal for AI music recommender system

Emotional Perception AI Ltd (EPAIL) have been granted leave to appeal by the UK Supreme Court. This follows a series of appeals through the UK courts starting from the refusal, by the UK Intellectual Property Office, of their application relating to a music recommender system using an AI.

Specialist IP law firm secures follow-on backing from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II

A specialist intellectual property law firm providing legal services to both UK and overseas businesses has secured a follow-on debt funding package through the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II.