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On June 13-14, Minsk, Belarus, hosted the first international scientific and practical conference of the Assembly of Eurasian Patent Attorneys (AEPA). This public organization was established last year to support the professional community. Over 90 participants from seven Eurasian countries attended the AEPA conference.
The conference program included seven presentation sections on important topics related to Eurasian patent legislation, with 26 in-person and online speakers:
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The Eurasian Patent Office (EAPO) issued an Annual Report highlighting a year of growth and progress despite economic challenges.
The figures for 2023 are eloquent: 3,689 received applications and a 7% growth in valid patents, 3,787 granted patents, with a 50% increase in patents granted to applicants from Eurasian Patent Convention (EAPC) Contracting States. The Eurasian Industrial Design System saw a 58% increase in applications, expanding to 26 states.
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More than a year has passed since the adoption of the Development Program of the Eurasian Patent Organization (EAPO) for 2023-2028. This document aims to improve the patent system and strengthen integration in intellectual property across the Eurasian region.
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The Eurasian Patent Office (EAPO) is considering introducing a regional Unified Eurasian Trademark and a regional Utility Model for Eurasia, so as to boost exports and economic integration and cooperation within the Eurasian region. This was announced on 26 of June 2024 at a session of the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum by Grigory Ivliev, President of the EAPO.
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Social media platforms have transformed communication and information sharing, but they also present legal challenges related to intellectual property (IP) rights, such as content ownership and digital rights management. It is clear that nearly all social media content involves the creation and use of IP, raising the question of who owns the uploaded content. While social media platforms provide opportunities for expression, they are bound by laws and regulations, including IP considerations.
