We have published our August 2026 newsletter.
For details about the newsletter, please see the following URLs:
Overall:https://www.harakenzo.com/202608/
- Regarding the Standard Strategy Compliance Review (Trial)
Trial of Patent Examinations Responsive to Standardization Strategies - EPO's research report on FRAND licensing rates
EPO Study Report on FRAND Licensing Rates - Changes in the procedures for remedies after the expiration of the procedural period (USPTO)
Changes in Practice Regarding Restoration of Rights After Expiration of Procedural Period (USPTO) - USPTO extends deadline for filing a request for Director-General's review of PTAB decision to commence proceedings.
USPTO Extends Deadline to Request Director Review of PTAB Institution Decisions - WIPO General Assembly of Member States, 2026
2026 WIPO Assemblies of the Member States
Legal:https://www.harakenzo.com/law-202608/
- UK extends ratification of Madrid Protocol to Jersey
Extension of United Kingdom's Ratification of Madrid Protocol to Jersey - JASRAC publishes guidelines on handling AI-generated works.
JASRAC Publishers Guidelines on the Handling of Works Utilizing AI - Latest Trends and Countermeasures as Seen in the Japan Patent Office's "Annual Report on Consultation Services for Counterfeit and Piracy Products (2026 Edition)"
Latest Trends and Measures in JPO's “Annual Report on Consultation Services for Counterfeit and Pirated Goods (2026 Edition)”