Copyright protects many types of creative works, such as music, books, drawings, paintings, computer software and films. Copyright protection is automatic once something has been created and usually lasts for the lifetime of the author plus a further 70 years.
After more than a decade of touring the nation and out of tune singing, the time has come to bid farewell to our beloved Karaoke Shower. Yes, that is right, the shower curtain is finally coming down on what must rank as one of the most bizarre education initiatives, not just at the Intellectual Property …
Any trip requires you to pack carefully, but have you considered how much intellectual property appears along the way? In this blog we explore the IP that's present from packing to souvenirs.
School's out for summer and many parents (including me!) are on the hunt for things to keep our children busy. From keeping them occupied on rainy days to helping them burn off energy, we're going to explore the activities they can do and the IP that surrounds them
I’ve always been a big fan of World Book Day. As an avid reader, I have many fond memories of heading into school dressed as my favourite characters, and while I'm not donning a costume this year, I am thinking about the IP in some of my favourite children's books
Love, innovation, and creativity have always gone hand in hand. From patented heart-shaped jewellery to chocolate brands protected with trade marks, romance has long inspired inventors and creators across the UK. Whilst you are busy planning the perfect gift, intellectual property (IP) is quietly playing cupid behind the scenes.
We talked to graphic designer, Victoria Forrest, founder of educational book creators VIKA Books about how and why she protected her IP.
Recently we have introduced you to the different members of the IPO’s Intellectual Property Attaché Network. These IP experts help UK businesses to trade in international markets. Our team also works with other governments and international organisations to support UK objectives overseas.
UK-based business, Oxa was the first company in the UK to test self-driving cars on public roads as part of Project Endeavour, an Innovate UK-funded trial. We caught up with Oxa’s Head of Licencing and IP Management Alex Tame to find out how owning IP has played a role in the research, production and scaling …
This year Disney is celebrating its 100th anniversary but did you know that the original version of one of Disney’s most iconic and popular characters, Mickey Mouse, has recently been released from its copyright worldwide?
With Christmas fast approaching, families everywhere are likely to be dusting off their Monopoly board, together with its familiar Scottie dog and top hat player pieces, ready for their annual challenge. How many will be aware of the challenges the game itself has seen since its original invention? Read on to find out more!
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