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Featured Artificial Intelligence and IP: Consultation on copyright and patents legislation

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The government is today launching a consultation on how the copyright and patent system should deal with Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Claiming an EU filing date on UK cases - 30 September 2021 deadline

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30 September 2021 deadline for customers filing a UK right and claiming an earlier filing date for EU trade marks and design applications.

International IP service

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Protecting your trade marks, patents, designs and copyright abroad.

Coronavirus advice for rights applicants

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The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) continues to support any customers affected by the Coronavirus pandemic.

IPO’s first AI-powered tool improves quality of TM applications

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IPO is receiving higher quality trade mark applications following the launch of a new service powered by AI.

New Chair and Non-Executive Directors appointed

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Appointments confirmed for new IPO Chair and Non-Executive Directors.

Latest from the Intellectual Property Office Tribunal Practice Notice (1/2021): Legal changes to the end of Transition Period transitional arrangements Statutory guidance Chapter 1: Standard Procedures Manual Section Tribunal Patents Manual (online version) Manual

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