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...

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We are pleased to announce that Mr. Mohannad Al Kharouf, Managing Director of One World IP, will be participating in the PTMG Autumn Conference, taking place in Budapest from 8th to 11th October 2025. Mr. Mohannad looks forward to meeting with leading professionals in the pharmaceutical trademark and intellectual property sectors, engaging in valuable discussions, exchanging...

In a significant step towards modernizing its intellectual property infrastructure, the Qatar Trademark Office has officially embarked on a digital transformation initiative starting July 2025. This move is part of the country’s broader e-government strategy, aiming to streamline administrative procedures and improve access to official trademark services for both local and...

The United Arab Emirates and the United States have signed a joint agreement to accelerate patent approvals in the UAE. Announced during the 66th WIPO Assemblies in Geneva, the deal establishes a cooperation framework allowing the UAE to consider favorable examination results from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for related Emirati applications. Signed by the UAE...

AI models aren’t just lines of code—they’re powered by vast matrices of numerical parameters, or “weights,” that encode learned intelligence. These weights can be worth millions (or more) in competitive advantage, making them prime candidates for trade‑secret protection. For engineers and legal professionals at the intersection of AI and IP, understanding how to treat model weights...

Geneva, July 2025 — During Morocco’s participation in the WIPO General Assemblies (July 8–17), Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mr. Mohammed Mehdi Bensaid, signed a memorandum of understanding with WIPO Director General, Mr. Daren Tang. The agreement aims to enhance bilateral cooperation in intellectual property (IP), with a focus on copyright, related rights, and the...