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SME Fund 2025: Patent & Plant Variety Vouchers Are Back—But Not for Long
Good news for small businesses: funding for patents and plant varieties is officially back on the table. Here’s what you need to know and why you should act fast!
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9. 7. 2025
Skip the Fight, Find the Fix – EUIPO Expands Mediation Services
Starting June 2nd, it’s easier than ever to settle EU trademark (EUTM) and design (EUD) disputes without the drama. The EUIPO now offers mediation for all types of disputes between parties—whether it’s challenging a new trademark application, trying to cancel an existing one, or disputing the validity of a registered product design. That means fewer headaches, faster outcomes, and solutions that actually work for both sides.
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25. 6. 2025
EU to Young Creatives: We’ve Got Your Back
Young creatives across Europe are getting a long-overdue boost. On 13 May 2025, EU culture ministers adopted conclusions focused on supporting young artists and professionals in the cultural and creative sectors — with a strong emphasis on education, digital tools, and protecting intellectual property rights.
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23. 6. 2025
Can AI Use Copyrighted Content? EUIPO’s New Study Breaks It Down
What creators, developers, and businesses need to know about the legal future of Generative AI in the EU.
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15. 6. 2025