The Global IP Magazine Issue 26: Exploring Developments Shaping Global Intellectual Property - AIPPI 2026 Special Edition

As we proudly present Issue 26 of The Global IP Magazine, released alongside the AIPPI World Congress 2026 in Hamburg, Germany, we continue our commitment to bringing together timely, internationally relevant perspectives on the legal, commercial, and technological developments shaping the future of intellectual property.

This AIPPI Special Edition brings together perspectives from IP professionals and industry leaders worldwide, exploring how innovation, technology, evolving legal frameworks, and commercial change are reshaping the protection and management of intellectual property.

Leading this edition, Javiera Montero of Johansson & Langlois, Chile, examines trademark cancellation actions under Chile’s Law No. 21.355, focusing on genuine and effective use in maintaining protection.

From Peru, Adriana Barrera of BARLAW – Barrera & Asociados explores patent protection, new technologies, growing patent activity, and university-led innovation.

From Sri Lanka, Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff of Julius & Creasy examine trade secrets and undisclosed information, including a recent Supreme Court judgment concerning industrial espionage and misuse of confidential information.

Issue 26 also marks an important milestone for Northon’s Media PR & Marketing Ltd as we prepare for the January 2027 launch of The Women’s IP Alliance.

Building on the international community established through The Women’s IP World Annual, the Alliance is being developed as a dedicated global membership platform connecting women across intellectual property, innovation, technology, academia, research, entrepreneurship, and related sectors.

Through networking, mentorship, professional development, leadership opportunities, specialist resources, and international collaboration, the Women’s IP Alliance aims to create a space where members can connect, develop, share expertise, and build meaningful professional opportunities across borders.

Members will also receive access to Sally IP, providing additional support for advanced IP research, drafting, and specialist professional workflows.

Our Conference Corner further highlights developments across the international IP events calendar, including AIPPI, ASIPI, IP Service World, and IP Dealmakers, providing readers with a broader perspective on the conferences, discussions, and professional exchanges continuing to bring the international IP community together.

Beyond these features, Issue 26 includes a wider collection of contributions from professionals and industry leaders across jurisdictions, covering enforcement, innovation, technology, commercial strategy, and the evolving role of intellectual property within modern business.

The continued growth of The Global IP Magazine would not be possible without the support of our contributors, readers, partners, and the wider international IP community who continue to engage with and support the publication.

To all contributors featured within this edition, thank you for sharing your knowledge, perspectives, and expertise. To our readers and listeners around the world, thank you for your continued support and engagement.

We invite you to explore Issue 26 of The Global IP Magazine – AIPPI 2026 Special Edition and discover the insights, developments, and perspectives helping shape the future of intellectual property worldwide.

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