Many IP experts in the IP community at I3PM, the HTB-EPO initiative, and IP offices and institutions in national and regional innovation systems have asked Prof. Dr. Alexander Wurzer: “Where can you be sure not to miss any important IP management content?” In fact, you have to follow a number of interesting feeds to really keep up with the global developments around IP management. To make this easier he decided to offer his own personal newsletter for IP management. Here, you can find the latest issues in the archive and also subscribe. A fresh read with all important IP Management content will be sent to the subscribers every second Thursday at 7:00 (CET), so that they can start the day informed.

The next Newsletter will cover the following topics:

Design litigation

Design patents are on the rise — and not just in fashion or consumer electronics. According to the 2025 Lex Machina report, design patent litigation in the U.S. jumped by 35% last year alone.

👉️ To the LinkedIn post

Single-letter trade marks

When obtaining trade mark protection, some companies are opting for the protection of a single letter instead of e.g. a full company name. A new ruling of the General Court, that is discussed in the post, gives insights into questions regarding the distinctiveness of such marks.

👉️ To the LinkedIn post by Liviu Irimia

Brand protection in fashion

Brand protection plays a huge role in fashion. And it is not just about trade marks, but also patents and designs. The best practice of Levi’s is explained in the post.

👉️ To the LinkedIn post by Allison Mages

GDPR at public events

Last week a kiss cam video from a Coldplay concert caused quite a stir. But why are kiss cams rare in Europe? The post explains how GDPR is regulating the use of kiss cams in Europe.

👉️ To the LinkedIn post by Borbála Dömötörfy

Dynamic patent strategies

Business models and product lines are constantly changing in companies. But the patent portfolio is often much more static. How this can cause problems and how they can be overcome is explained in the post.

👉️ To the LinkedIn post by Robert Plotkin

Whom to follow

Andrés Alvarado is a Senior Associate at OlarteMoure with a background in mechatronics. As expert on the management and enforcement of patent portfolios, he shares information about patent portfolio management as well as IP protection for deep tech startups. Additionally, he is supporting the IP business academy as an Ambassador Partner in Colombia.

Alexandra Palacpac is an Intellectual Property & Project Manager at JSP Green Enterprises and Committee Chair at I3PM. On LinkedIn, she provides valuable information about IP in healthcare, tailored to the needs of MSMEs. Finally, she offers on LinkedIn the newsletter “UandIP” on similar topics.

New on the Resource Hub

Digital Marketing: Email Course Digital Marketing

In today’s digital-first world, a strong online presence is no longer optional — it’s essential. This email course is designed specifically for IP experts who want to improve their visibility, attract better-fit clients, and communicate their expertise with clarity and confidence.

Business Development: Referral Marketing for IP Experts

The course covers all essential aspects of referral marketing, from the fundamentals of referral power in IP consulting to building a strong network, crafting an elevator pitch, leveraging LinkedIn, implementing referral programs, nurturing client relationships, collaborating with partners, and analysing referral sources.

Framing your expertise so others understand its value

Many IP experts don’t struggle with the substance of their work.
They struggle with helping others see why it matters.

You know the effort it takes to protect an innovation pipeline, manage complex filings, or advise on high-stakes licensing deals. But to the people around you (clients, colleagues, even internal stakeholders) that value isn’t always obvious.

Especially when your work is highly technical, it can feel like others only half-understand what you do. Or why it matters. That gap can cost you opportunities, trust, influence.

Driving innovation in steel: how to use patent intelligence for a competitive edge

Sascha Kamhuber and STEELmaker

The global steel industry, a foundational pillar of economic development and infrastructure worldwide, is currently undergoing a period of profound and multifaceted transformation. It is far from a static commodity market, profoundly impacted by shifts in geopolitics, rapid technological advancements, and evolving customer demands. In this dynamic environment, the ability to innovate, adapt, and strategically leverage intellectual property (IP) has become more critical than ever.

IP licensing in life sciences

On July 22nd 2025, the CEIPI IP Business Academy hosted a compelling IP Business Live Talk featuring two prominent figures in licensing compliance: Tomas Geerkens, IP Subject Matter Expert for Licensing Compliance, and Younes Lazrak, CEO of Innovation &(in) Alliances. The session focused on one of the most crucial, yet often overlooked aspects of intellectual property in the life sciences sector: IP licensing and royalty compliance.

Patents for renewable energy technologies

The worldwide boom in renewable energy production is strongly driven by China, but also other populous countries, such as the U.S., India, and Brazil, are increasing their solar energy production capacity by more than a quarter a year. This incredible growth makes the market very attractive and spurs patent activities worldwide.

This article by Henry K.H. Wang describes the connections between IP, clean energy, SDGs and ESG.

 Mastering global markets with IP

A successful international expansion requires not just a solid business strategy, but also a comprehensive understanding of IP laws and practices in target markets. By developing, executing, and following up on an IPR strategy, businesses can better protect their innovations, brands, and competitive advantages as they navigate the complexities of global markets.