A 12-month grace period to file a #design application following publication or use by the owner is now in effect in Australia. Chi (浦迟) Pu and Rodney Dabboussy provide a brief outline as to how the #graceperiod is implemented. spruson.com/designs/using-… #intellectualproperty

Mark Vincent and Nadine Martino provide insight into the latest Optus #databreach and the spotlight it puts on Australian #privacy laws. spruson.com/ip-law/optus-d…

With the #soccer World Cup fast approaching, join Yuchen Yao and Gareth Dixon as they explore some of the #intellectualproperty that will be on display throughout the #worldcup2022 spruson.com/patents/ip-gra…

Mark Vincent and Nadine Martino explore the intricate workings of #biometrics #innovation and their relationship with Australian #privacylaws in their latest article. spruson.com/ip-law/patents…

Frazer McLennan and Gareth Dixon explore the #innovation around an everyday item, the #spoon in their latest article. #intellectualproperty spruson.com/patents/a-spoo…

Mark Vincent and Nadine Martino provide an update into the changes in Australian #privacy laws as a response to the latest high-profile #data breaches. spruson.com/ip-law/substan…

The RACI WIC Global Women’s Breakfast is back and now IN PERSON! 👩‍🔬🧪 ✨ Get your delightful breakfast and hear from our amazing speakers on 10 Feb, 9-11 AM🗓️. Over 80 attendees is expected in this highly anticipated event. Register now at raci.org.au/RACI/Web/Event…

Australia’s Patents Act contemplates organisations such as universities seeking to use patented technology for research purposes, by providing a number of exemptions to patent infringement, including the so-called research or experimental use exemption. spruson.com/patents/unders…

The arrival of the #unitarypatent and the #UnifiedPatentCourt represent the biggest changes in European patent law in a generation. We outline the significance of the changes, and what businesses should consider. spruson.com/news/the-unita…

From 1 June 2023, it's possible to obtain a single European patent with unitary effect - a #unitarypatent - covering multiple countries. We outline what a unitary patent is, and cover the FAQs of businesses impacted by this change. #unifiedpatentcourt spruson.com/news/what-is-t…

Spruson & Ferguson are pleased to once again be included in the World Trademark Review WTR 1000 2023, with 5 jurisdiction listings and 10 recommended individuals featured. spruson.com/news/spruson-f…

The #UnifiedPatentCourt is a new international court which will have jurisdiction over national validations of European patents in relevant countries (unless a patent has been opted out) as well as over all #unitarypatents. spruson.com/news/what-is-t…

It's not too late to register for an engaging webinar on Micronutrients & NZ Patent Insights and Brand Storytelling. With two, 40-minute webinars back to back, including a Q&A session, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge massey.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

In the next article in our series, we examine the implications of these developments and outline the key considerations for patentees. #unitarypatent #unifiedpatentcourt spruson.com/news/the-unita…

For patents which grant on/after 1 June 23, it's possible to secure #unitarypatent protection in certain EU countries. The arrival of the #UnifiedPatentCourt has implications for patents proceeding via traditional national validation in relevant countries spruson.com/news/the-unita…

Traditional non-unitary patents and pending European applications can be opted out of the #UPC from the sunrise period (starting 1 March 2023) until 1 month before the end of the transitional period (at least 7 years). spruson.com/news/opting-ou…

The Australian patent office is relatively accommodating in relation to filing divisional applications. Australian practice in relation to management of divisional patent applications is, however, now set to change. direc.to/jjsK

A recent decision by the Federal Court of Australia emphasised the complexities of drafting a patent specification, a cautionary tale for patent applicants and IP attorneys on the importance of detail.  spruson.com/ip-law/to-boil…

Personal information has become a valuable commodity for businesses, used for targeted advertising, risk assessment and other means. However, the use of this data is not without controversy, and raises concerns about privacy, security and consent. spruson.com/ip-law/the-rol…

The Federal Court of Australia has delivered judgement in Australia’s landmark CRISPR patent dispute, finding that none of the claims in ToolGen Inc.’s patent application for platform CRISPR technologies are valid. spruson.com/chemical-and-h…