Designs protect the way things look. There are different types of protection available for designs. Registered design rights are offered at the IPO but there are also unregistered rights and European design rights.
Photography has transformed our world - not just culturally, but through the innovations and IP rights that made it possible.
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
Curly hair is full of twists and turns, and often a lot of innovation goes into the maintenance of it. From patent protected formulas to branding protected by trade marks, this blog explores the IP in your coils.
As we approach the summer, many of us enjoy a refreshing cold beer to quench our thirst on a warm day. From ancient origins to modern craft creations, beer has been a British staple for thousands of years, and continues to bubble with innovation, creativity and protected ideas in the 21st century.
After yet another Nintendo-fuelled conversation on the school run this morning, it got me thinking about the intellectual property (IP) owned by this multi-national gaming company.
We've launched a survey to understand how well this design protection system serves the UK's vibrant design community, and we need your insights to help shape its future.
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.
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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