Today’s News Roundup—May 1, 2024 - International Trademark Association

INTA Participates in World IP Day Celebrations Around the Globe

World IP Day takes place every year on April 26, raising awareness of the positive role of intellectual property (IP) in society and in the daily lives of consumers, and celebrating IP as a driver of innovation, creativity, and economic development. The theme of this year’s celebration was “IP and the SDGs: Building our common future with innovation and creativity.” It looked at the ways in which IP is advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). INTA took part in several events around the globe in honor of World IP Day:

Asia-Pacific

On April 26, Walter Chia, INTA’s Chief Representative Officer for the Asia-Pacific, attended a virtual ceremony hosted by the IP Office of Singapore (IPOS). The event featured a series of videos created by IPOS in partnership with several social media influencers to promote IP’s role in advancing the SDGs.

China

INTA CEO Etienne Sanz de Acedo recorded video remarks which were played at the Global Forum on IP Protection and Innovation held on April 25, as part of the Zhongguancun (ZGC) Forum in Beijing, China. Monica Su, INTA’s Chief Representative Officer, China, attended the event in person.

The forum was hosted by the Beijing Municipality, WIPO, and the Zhongguancun Development Group. Experts from around the world were invited to share their experiences and insights on the latest trends, topics, and challenges within the IP community, including regional coordination and sustainable development.

Latin America

INTA’s Latin America and the Caribbean Office and Mercado Libre hosted an event in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on April 29 to celebrate World IP Day. The event featured two panels: “The Role of IP for a Sustainable Future,” and “The Approach to Trademark Infringements by the Argentinian Justice System.” During the event, Carolina Belmar, INTA’s Chief Representative Officer for Latin America and the Caribbean, spoke about the Association’s priorities at the global and regional level.

North America

On May 1, the day of this article’s publication, in honor of World IP Day, INTA will sponsor an event at the U.S. Capitol titled “IP and the SDGs: IP as a Solution.” The event will include remarks from several members of the U.S. Congress, and two panel discussions featuring government officials, business leaders, and IP experts. Jenny Simmons, INTA’s Associate Senior Director, Government Affairs, will moderate a panel discussion titled “IP as a Solution to Achieve SDGs—Education, Diversity, Access” alongside Steve Caltrider, Chair, American Bar Association IP Law Section.

The Annual Review of European Trademark Law—in Print and in Person!

The Annual Review of European Trademark Law issue of The Trademark Reporter (TMR), by TMR authors Tom Scourfield (CMS, United Kingdom), Jordi Güell (GÜELL IP, Spain), Martin Viefhues (JONAS Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft mbH, Germany), and Alicja Zalewska-Orabona (CMS, Poland) (and others), contains highlights of European trademark cases rendered by courts in 2023 in the European Union (at both the EU and national levels), the United Kingdom, and other European jurisdictions.

Join Tom, Jordi, and Alicja at the 2024 Annual Meeting for the popular Annual Review of Leading Case Law in Europe session. Registration for the Annual Meeting is required to attend this session. Learn more and register today.

~ Willard Knox, Editor-in-Chief, The Trademark Reporter, INTA, USA

Tickets Are Still Available for the INTA Foundation Sports-Themed Fundraiser

The INTA Foundation invites 2024 Annual Meeting registrants to experience the thrill of sports and philanthropy at the upcoming INTA Foundation Sports-Themed Fundraiser at the 2024 Annual Meeting. The fundraiser will include a sports memorabilia auction and several interactive experiences themed around beloved sports traditions:

Capture a once-in-a-lifetime moment with the legendary Heisman trophy;
Shoot hoops at the NBA station;
Embrace the baseball spirit with our Major League Baseball opening day experience, featuring bunting, bats, baseball mitts, and more; and
Discover an exclusive surprise for hockey fans!

The event will take place on May 21 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm in Thomas B. Murphy Ballroom 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center during the 2024 Annual Meeting. The cost to attend is US $100, with onsite registration available for US $125. Register today to secure your spot and immerse yourself in an afternoon of camaraderie, entertainment, and networking opportunities.

~ Stacey Sutton, Senior Associate, INTA Foundation, INTA, USA

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