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Developing Countries’ Accomplishments in the WIPO Design Law Treaty

Sean Flynn and Luca Schirru Last year, two new intellectual property treaties were adopted by the World Intellectual Property Organization — one on the disclosure of uses of genetic resources in patent applications and a second on applications for design law protection. Although the design law treaty was promoted by wealthy countries of the global […]

G20 Final Declaration

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The Implications of Oracle v. Rimini for Software Interoperability and Generative AI

By Jonathan Band The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit just issued a decision that on its surface appears to be a straightforward interpretation of the Copyright Act, but likely will have far reaching implications for software interoperability and generative artificial intelligence.  The decision is the latest development in the decade-long litigation between […]

Brazil Urges Stronger Enforcement Mechanisms for AI and IP Rights

Brazil’s statement at WIPO CDIP 33 emphasized AI’s transformative potential in IP while highlighting challenges like copyright violations and the need for fair remuneration. Advocating for global governance and legislative reforms, Brazil called on WIPO to ensure transparency, equity, and inclusive policies that protect creators’ rights and provide equitable access to AI benefits. Brazil CDIP […]

Highlights from the 33rd Session of the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP)

By Andres Izquierdo and Haddija Jawara The 33rd Session of the Committee on Development and Intellectual Property (CDIP) wrapped up last week, with discussions focusing on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in intellectual property (IP) systems. One of the standout moments was the panel on AI Impacts for IP and Development, led by […]