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Influencers recognise risks of promoting pirated content and counterfeits, new study finds

The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) released ‘Influencers and IP’, the first study to examine how online creators across the European Union (EU) understand and engage with intellectual property (IP), and how this shapes what millions of young people see, access and/or buy online.
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100 Years of WIPO’s International Design System: Celebrating Iconic Designs for the Ages

The World Intellectual Property Organization today (November, 6) marked the 100th anniversary of its international design system, celebrating a century of iconic designs that combine utility and be
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Commission advances in the completion of the Common Charger initiative

Each year over 400 million external power supplies (EPS) are sold in the EU.
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Celebrating International Animation Day

It all begins with a still image. Then another. And another. Before you know it, a fish is swimming, a dragon is flying, or a robot is falling in love with another robot in a post-apocalyptic world. That’s the magic of animation—a world where pictures come to life and tell stories that can make us laugh, cry, or gasp in wonder.
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European Union seizes 112 million counterfeit items worth €3.8 billion in 2024

In 2024, authorities across the European Union seized over 112 million counterfeit items, with an estimated retail value of €3.8 billion.
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Taylor Swift trademark strategy: a model for artist IP protection

As Taylor Swift announces her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, all that goes into it behind the scenes showcases her ability to blend creative vision with strategic IP ma
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Labubu underground

Fake Labubus, also known as Lafufus, are flooding the hidden market.
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Music merchandise: the new key to branding for musicians

From Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tour to Rihanna’s billion-dollar Fenty empire, discover how top musicians leverage merchandising to generate income that often exceeds s
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ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus says he is writing a musical with AI

"It is like having another songwriter in the room with a huge reference frame," he said during a talk at SXSW London.
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