As markets expand, incidents of infringement and business disputes have become increasingly common. Addressing these issues through traditional litigation is often costly, time-consuming, and may compromise confidentiality, especially for well-known businesses. Moreover, relying solely on the courts to resolve these disputes increases their workload, potentially reducing overall...

The Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority (EGIPA) has issued Decision No. 138 of 2025, which supplements Decision No. 26 of 2025, outlining adjustments to official fees for certain patent procedures in Egypt. EGIPA has also issued Decision No. 140, concerning fees related to plant varieties, and Decision No. 141, regarding copyright fees. Effective 15 October 2025, these...

The Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority has issued Decision No. 138 of 2025, which supplements Decision No. 26 of 2025, outlining adjustments to official fees for certain patent procedures in Egypt. Additionally, plant variety-related fees have been updated in accordance with Decision No. 140. Effective 15 October 2025, these decisions introduce an increase in the official...

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 Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority has issued Decision No. 26 of 2025 concerning the official fees for patent examination in Egypt. Effective as of 18 June 2025, the decision mandates an increase in the official fees payable for requesting patent examinations. This decision was published in the Official Gazette No. 123 dated 17 June 2025. If you have any questions or...