The Trade Secret Act (GeschGehG) covers information that has a certain economic value, such as profit and sales figures, but also technical know-how. According to Sec. 2 No. 1 GeschGehG, this … [Read more...] about Practicable tips for trade secret protection during litigation in Germany
AI and IP – what is your strategy?
This morning the UKIPO hosted a round table of industry and academic experts discussing how to protect AI generated inventions. This coincides with the UK Government's consultation on potential … [Read more...] about AI and IP – what is your strategy?
What is “Opting Out” and why does it matter?
The introduction of a new jurisdiction is rare enough, but the advent of a new court system that allows for litigation concerning valuable property assets across a multi-national market of over 450 … [Read more...] about What is “Opting Out” and why does it matter?
Who controls your opt-out?
The impact of the UPC on existing and future commercial arrangements As the commencement of the Unified Patents Court looms larger, we are turning our thoughts to some of the really practical … [Read more...] about Who controls your opt-out?
Give support to your favourite judges for the UPC
JUVE-patent is carrying out a survey on which judges you would want to serve as UPC judiciary. Although not specified on the survey, we have heard reports that the deadline is Friday. Who knows … [Read more...] about Give support to your favourite judges for the UPC
One more UPC Signatory State to ratify the PAP Protocol
In our last post on this topic we reported that Slovenia had ratified the Unified Patents Court Agreement, bringing the whole process slightly closer. It is now clear that Germany has completed the … [Read more...] about One more UPC Signatory State to ratify the PAP Protocol