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The dreamy, hand-drawn world of Studio Ghibli has captured hearts for decades. But now, AI tools are replicating that iconic look with alarming precision. While fans celebrate the nostalgia, legal experts and artists—including Ghibli’s own founder, Hayao Miyazaki—are raising red flags. Is AI-generated Ghibli-style art a tribute, or a violation?

Getting patent protection in multiple countries used to be complicated and expensive—but not anymore. Thanks to special agreements, your European patent can now work in places far beyond the EU, including Laos, Cambodia, Morocco, and more. Here’s how it works in simple terms.

Farmers are under pressure—droughts, rising costs, and eco-friendly rules make growing food harder than ever. But there’s good news: faster, smarter plant breeding is here, and a new licensing system makes these innovations easy to access. Here’s how it works—and why it matters for Europe’s food future.

Last year, Czechs filed just 463 patent applications—the lowest number since 1995. Universities and businesses are applying for fewer patents, but why? While some blame a lack of awareness about intellectual property, others point to "offshoring patents," where foreign companies own Czech-made inventions. Despite the slump, there’s good news: Czech innovators are increasingly filing patents abroad, showing they’re still thinking big. Let’s break it down!