Architects who rely on generative artificial intelligence in their design process might be vulnerable to intellectual property problems, as experts warn that AI-generated plans that mimic existing designs could potentially infringe copyrights.
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AI-Powered Architects Must Be Wary Of IP Risks

By Alex Baldwin

Architects who rely on generative artificial intelligence in their design process might be vulnerable to intellectual property problems, as experts warn that AI-generated plans that mimic existing designs could potentially infringe copyrights.

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Gucci Beats Printing Patent Infringement Appeal At UPC

By Jamie Lennox

Gucci has persuaded appellate judges at the Unified Patent Court to dismiss a claim that its method of imprinting patterns onto shoes and handbags infringes a Belgian company's patent.

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Coffee Machine Co. Avoids Further Sales Ban At UPC

By Jamie Lennox

The Unified Patent Court on Thursday dismissed a German coffee company's attempt to further restrict a rival's sales in several European countries having already secured an injunction protecting a different patent.

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LITIGATION

Insurance Broker Can't Get 'Difficult. Done Well.' TM In EU

By Jamie Lennox

The European Union has rejected a London insurance broker's "Difficult. Done Well." trademark application, ruling that the sign is not sufficiently distinctive to function as a trademark.

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POLICY & REGULATION

EU Seized Record €6.3B In Counterfeit Goods In 2025

By Irene Madongo

New figures from the European Union's intellectual property and customs units published Thursday show that more than 196 million counterfeit goods valued at an estimated €6.3 billion ($7.1 billion) were seized in 2025, beating the previous record for fake items detained.

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