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The Legal Uncertainty Behind Viral Fan Edits by Michele S. Katz
In The Global IP Matrix Issue 23, Michele S. Katz of Advitam IP explores whether fan edits on social media are protected by fair use or if they pose a growing risk of copyright infringement.

Hetanshi Gohil
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Copyright Enforcement in the Digital Age: The Case of Ghana and Nigeria by Sarah Norkor Anku and Co-authored by Onyinyechukwu Mary Magdalene Okeyea Dotsey
Explore Sarah Norkor Anku’s critical analysis of copyright enforcement in Ghana and Nigeria in The Global IP Matrix Issue 23. A must-read for creatives, policymakers, and IP advocates.

Hetanshi Gohil
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Shaping Global IP Dialogue: Inside The Global IP Matrix Issue 23
Explore The Global IP Matrix Magazine Issue 23, launched for AIPPI 2025 Japan. Discover expert insights, global IP updates, and trends shaping the future of IP.

Hetanshi Gohil
Sep 25, 20252 min read


AIPPI World Congress 2025: A Conversation with Ralph Nack, Reporter General, on the Road to Yokohama 2025
In The Global IP Matrix Issue 22, Ralph Nack, Reporter General of AIPPI, discusses his 23-year journey with the organisation, its legislative impact, and what IP professionals can expect at the 2025 AIPPI World Congress in Yokohama.

Hetanshi Gohil
Jul 28, 20253 min read


Parallel Imports in a Sri Lankan Context by Anomi Wanigasekera
In The Global IP Matrix Issue 22, Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff of Julius & Creasy explore how Sri Lanka’s IP law addresses parallel imports, trademark exhaustion, and the legal tensions between exclusive rights and global trade.

Hetanshi Gohil
Jul 1, 20252 min read


All or Nothin? What Can and Cannot be Protected by US Copyright in the Age of AI by Michele S. Katz
In The Global IP Matrix Issue 22, Michele S. Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP LLC, examines how the U.S. Copyright Office is addressing the rise of AI-generated content, clarifying that only human-created works are eligible for copyright protection.

Hetanshi Gohil
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Leonne Theodore-John: Her Journey from Paralegal to Law Firm Partner and Dominating the IP Industry in Saint Lucia
In The Global IP Matrix Issue 22, we explore the journey of Leonne Theodore-John, who rose from paralegal to IP leader in Saint Lucia, building one of the Caribbean’s most respected legal firms along the way.

Hetanshi Gohil
Jun 20, 20253 min read


Understanding US and EU Patent Systems by Zafira Hudani
In The Global IP Matrix Issue 22, reporter Zafira Hudani explores the differences between the US and EU patent systems, offering a practical breakdown for innovators and global businesses.

Hetanshi Gohil
Jun 17, 20252 min read


Innovating for Tomorrow: How Universities Are Reshaping Global Patent Landscapes by Dr. Shweta Singh
In this powerful thought piece, Dr. Shweta Singh of Ennoble IP explores how universities worldwide are becoming patent powerhouses, reshaping innovation ecosystems through academic research, IP creation, and commercialisation.

Hetanshi Gohil
May 29, 20252 min read


Trademark Registration Processes Compared: E.U., U.A.E., and Singapore by Zafira Hudani
Explore how trademark registration varies across the E.U., U.A.E., and Singapore in this practical guide by Zafira Hudani, featured in The Global IP Matrix Issue 21.

Hetanshi Gohil
May 13, 20252 min read


Suriname on the Move: Reforming Intellectual Property in a Nation Poised for Growth by Elleson Fraenk
Elleson Fraenk of Vision Legalis outlines how Suriname is reforming its IP laws amid an economic shift driven by offshore oil. Discover more in The Global IP Matrix Issue 21.

Hetanshi Gohil
May 12, 20252 min read


Muraho: Rwanda's .RW Domain Disputes and Digital Growth by Daniel Greenberg
Discover how Rwanda’s .RW Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy protects trademarks and fosters digital trust. Daniel Greenberg of Lexsynergy unpacks the strategy in The Global IP Matrix Issue 21.

Hetanshi Gohil
May 8, 20252 min read


An Outline of the Copyright Regime in Sri Lanka by Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff
Julius & Creasy outlines Sri Lanka’s copyright regime and the 2023 Supreme Court decision reaffirming authorship rights. Read the expert legal commentary in The Global IP Matrix Issue 21.

Hetanshi Gohil
May 7, 20252 min read


The Concept of Damages for Copyright Infringement in Ghana by Sarah Norkor Anku and Onyinyechukwu Mary Magdalene Okeyea Dotsey
SN Anku IP Firm explores the inconsistencies in damages for copyright infringement in Ghana and proposes statutory reform. Read insights by Sarah Norkor Anku and Onyinyechukwu Mary Magdalene Okeyea Dotsey in The Global IP Matrix Issue 21.

Hetanshi Gohil
May 6, 20252 min read


Patent Crackdown: USPTO Terminates 3,100 Patent Applications by Michele S. Katz
Discover how the USPTO’s termination of 3,100 patent applications due to signature fraud is reshaping the conversation around practitioner ethics and IP system integrity, in this article by Michele S. Katz of Advitam IP.

Dakhani Dhruva
Apr 17, 20252 min read


Patent Application Strategies in China/Hong Kong/Taiwan By Tina Nan
Learn how to optimize patent filing strategies across China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan with expert insights from Tina Nan of Cohorizon IP.

Dakhani Dhruva
Feb 24, 20252 min read


Space Technologies for Earth Applications: Patent Trends in Satellite Engineering and Telemetry By David Lee Jones
Explore how satellite patent trends are shaping Earth applications in navigation, communication, and climate monitoring.

Dakhani Dhruva
Feb 20, 20252 min read


Battle for “Jamaica Rum” By Lisa Rhooms
Explore the ongoing battle over the "Jamaica Rum" geographical indication (GI) with insights from Lisa Rhooms of Grant, Henry & Rhooms.

Dakhani Dhruva
Feb 12, 20252 min read


From Engineering to IP Excellence: A Multidisciplinary Approach with Claudia Kaya of Dormann IP, Switzerland
Explore how Claudia Kaya of Dormann IP applies her multidisciplinary expertise in chemical engineering, industrial design, and IP law.

Dakhani Dhruva
Feb 6, 20252 min read


Leveraging IP to Enhance Sports Tourism in Saint Lucia by Natalie E. Glitzenhirn-Augustin
Discover how Saint Lucia is harnessing intellectual property to drive sports tourism, attract investment

Dakhani Dhruva
Jan 31, 20252 min read
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