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Protecting critical minerals R&D for future success
An opportunity for Australian businesses to lead the global energy transition ...
Using gen AI tools for business? Be aware of the (many) limitations on your IP protections
To assist businesses to make informed decisions about which AI tools to use and for what purposes, we have conducted an in-depth analysis of the terms and conditions applicable to a range of commonly used, off-the-shelf generative AI tools from an intellectual property perspective. ...
Recent decisions cast doubt on state-based trade mark removal actions
The Australian Trade Marks Office recently decided two related actions for removal for non-use against registered marks owned by Mae Watson: the first, 'Whiplash', and the second 'WHIPLASHED', both fo ...
In Touch: What's happening in Australian competition and consumer law
The latest in competition and consumer law. ...
GRBA's successful appeal for its House Bed & Bath mark: a warning for well-known brands
In allowing the appeal by Global Retail Brands Australia Pty Ltd, the Full Court of the Federal Court found that its use of the House B&B Mark did not constitute misleading or deceptive conduct or passing off in relation to proceedings brought by Bed Bath 'N' Table. ...
Emerging technology trade marks: where we are now and why more guidance is still required
Since the release of new guidance by IP Australia in 2023, Australia has yet to see a landmark decision on trade marks for emerging technologies such as AI, NFTs or blockchain. ...
Patent term extensions under siege: a new era of challenges for pharmaceutical patentees
A recent Federal Court decision has struck down a patent term extension granted to Novartis for its blockbuster heart failure drug Entresto. The decision in Novartis AG v Pharmacor Pty Limited follows a recent trend of successful challenges by generic pharmaceutical companies. ...
Allens advises Global Switch on $2.12b sale of Australian data centre operations
HMC has agreed to acquire 100% of Global Switch Australia Holdings (GSA) as part of its broader strategy to establish a global digital infrastructure platform. GSA's two adjoining data centres in ...
Design Act reforms expected to deliver greater protections
IP Australia has published the outcomes of its 2023 consultation, which sought stakeholder feedback on a series of significant proposed changes to the Designs Act 2003 (Cth). These included provisions for virtual, partial and incremental designs, which it plans to pursue. ...
Design to delivery: a guide to outsourcing
Whether your organisation is currently planning a BPO or considering it as a future option, this guide outlines everything you need to know through the various stages of your next BPO. ...