A trademark may be weakened by the quality of the chosen mark, but it is often lost because a critical deadline was not anticipated: the opposition period has expired, there is insufficient evidence of use after five years, or renewal … Read More
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IP management software compared: how to choose
Choosing intellectual property management software is a pivotal decision. The tool will centralize your deadlines, cases, documents, and-in some cases-your billing for several years. Switching to a different system later on can result in significant costs related to data migration, … Read More
Trademark opposition: procedure, deadlines and strategy
Your monitoring system alerts you: a third party has just filed a trademark very close to yours, in your sector. If you do nothing, it will be registered, coexist with yours and dilute your identity. The good news: there is … Read More
UDRP procedure: how to recover a usurped domain name
You discover that a third party has registered a domain name using your trademark. The site redirects to a competitor, displays ads, or worse, runs a phishing scheme that deceives your customers. Amicable negotiation has failed, or the holder does … Read More
Automating the modern IP practice: 2026 strategic guide
How automation is redefining the modern IP practice, shifting attorneys from operational paperwork to high-value strategic advice. … Read More
Trademark management software: 2026 practical guide
How to choose and run a trademark management software to govern a portfolio: core features, selection criteria, KPIs and migration plan. … Read More
10-step trademark monitoring setup checklist
Master systematic trademark monitoring with our complete 10-step checklist. Audit your portfolio, set alerts, configure databases, and protect your brand effectively. … Read More
How to choose the right IP management software in 2026: A buyer’s guide
The global IP management software market reached €9.5 billion in 2025 and continues its rapid expansion as organizations recognize that scattered spreadsheets, email chains, and manual filing systems are no longer viable. Whether you manage a handful of trademarks or … Read More
IP portfolio management: the complete 2026 guide
Intangible assets now represent 90% of the market capitalization of the S&P 500 – compared to just 17% in 1975 (source: Ocean Tomo). Yet a study of 1,200 senior managers reveals that 57% report lost time due to inaccurate spreadsheets, … Read More
Brand TLD: Why your brand extension is your most underrated digital asset
In today’s digital economy, most companies manage their domain names defensively: purchasing hundreds of variants in .com, .net, or country codes (like .fr or .uk) to prevent third parties from using them. This is a cost-based strategy, often perceived as … Read More