What’s changing – paper forms
We’re continuing our work to modernise and simplify the way customers interact with the IPO. As part of this, we’re making a number of changes to our patent paper forms.
The enchanted land of IP
A favourite childhood story is being adapted for the screen, and it got me thinking about the intellectual property behind it. From copyright and licensing to trade marks, The Magic Faraway Tree shows how IP helps creative worlds travel from page to screen and across generations.
Celebrating 20 years of the Business & IP Centre
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Amy Miller and Catherine Davies, Posted on:
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Business, Copyright, Design, IPO, Patents, Trade marks
This year, the BIPC at the British Library is celebrating twenty years of supporting small businesses to start and grow. Together with Amy Miller, Business & IP Centre National Network Co-ordinator, we take a look at the work of the BIPC and how the BIPC network has grown during this time and the ongoing partnership …
Introducing the One IPO roadmap
Since we’ve started rolling out the One IPO service, we’ve had lots of requests for a clear roadmap of the updates and improvements that can be expected. This blog dives into the new roadmap.
What happens when your product goes viral? Lessons from My Salah Mat
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Kelsey Jones, Posted on:
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Business, Copyright, Design, Enforcement, Innovation, Patents, Trade marks
Going viral is every entrepreneur’s dream… until it isn’t. Just ask My Salah Mat founder Kamal Ali, the world’s first interactive prayer mat for children.
When Newsround comes calling: taking an enforcement campaign to a new generation
The IPO's Senior Media Relations Manager David Jenkins explains how a childhood favourite became a perfect platform for an important public safety message.
The UK Trade Mark Register at 150: what next?
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Annabelle Whatmough and Anne Barrett, Posted on:
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AI, IPO, Trade marks, Transformation
Guest bloggers Annabelle Whatmough and Anne Barrett look at what the future holds for trade marks following the 150th anniversary of the Trade Mark Registry.
The evolution of trade marks: from brewery triangles to digital titans
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Kelly Saliger, CITMA President, Posted on:
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Business, The Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys, Trade marks
The celebration of 150 years since the first registered UK trade mark is the perfect opportunity to remember how trade marks have shaped the world we live in.
The red triangle that made history: celebrating 150 years of UK Trade Mark no. 1
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the trade mark registry, this blog explores the history of the first trade mark - and you can now have your say on the most iconic trade mark in history...
New Year, New IP: why your business needs a workout plan
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Christina Watts, Posted on:
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Categories:
Business, Copyright, Design, Patents, Trade marks
Starting something new can feel intimidating – whether it's walking into a gym for the first time or protecting your business's IP. Discover why IP protection matters for businesses of all sizes, and how to take your first steps.
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