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Most Famous Idea Theft: The Winklevoss twins accused Mark Zuckerberg of stealing the idea for Facebook while working with him on a similar project. The case ended with a $65 million settlement paid by Facebook to the twins. Sports and Intellectual Property: Sprinter Usain Bolt registered his famous “lightning bolt” pose as a trademark, showing that iconic gestures can...

The Jordanian Domain Name Registry has officially opened registration for premium .JO domain names with fewer than three characters, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital landscape. For the first time, individuals, businesses, and organizations can now secure short, highly valuable web addresses under Jordan’s national digital identity. This includes one- and...

Have you ever thought about buying a Gucci bag or Nike shoes, but only in a virtual setting? This is not science fiction; it’s a new reality known as the Metaverse. Here, technology meets commerce, and brands move from physical stores to digital spaces. What is the Metaverse, in brief? The Metaverse is a 3D virtual world that combines Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality...

In light of recent incidents in Egypt concerning violations of intellectual property rights, whether through attributing artistic works to individuals other than their rightful creators, or through the use of artificial intelligence technologies in producing creative content without due regard for the rights of others, the Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority (EGIPA) affirms...

The future of AI-generated images in the field of intellectual property (IP) in the Middle East is poised to evolve through a combination of technological advances, regulatory developments, and cultural considerations. Here are some key points to consider: Middle Eastern countries may develop and adapt legal frameworks to address the ownership, copyright, and licensing of...

Intellectual Property is a crucial aspect of business and creativity, yet it’s often misunderstood. These misconceptions can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities. Let’s debunk some of the most common myths about IP. Whether you’re a startup founder, an artist, or just someone curious about how IP works, understanding what’s true and what’s cannot save you...

The Ministry of Agriculture in Jordan has announced significant amendments to the Plant Variety Registration Regulations, published on July 16, 2025. The new regulations will officially take effect on August 16, 2025, introducing key changes includes. Annuity payments must now be made only in January each year, replacing the previous January – April window. Official fees for...

“We’re designing not for a runway, but for the metaverse. The body becomes a canvas for the imagination.” – Auroboros Auroboros founded by Alissa Aulbekova and Paula Sello as a London tech fashion house creating celestial cyber couture using AR technology and 3D scanning. Debuting at London Fashion Week 2021, Auroboros presented “Biomimicry”, as the very first...

Today, the digital world is changing how people create, share, and protect their ideas and work. This has made it harder for artists, musicians, and other creators to keep their rights safe. With so many websites and digital tools, it’s now easy for people to copy and share creative work without permission. Still, there are new tools and ideas that help protect these rights. These...