IP around the World
Is an International Agreement on IP, Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge Finally in Sight?
International agreement on IP, genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge finally in sight with decision to hold a diplomatic conference by 2024. Next steps and the high-level policy conundrum negotiators need to unravel.
Innovation Expert, Louis Foreman on Turning an Idea Into a Profitable Business
Find out what you need to do to turn an idea into a profitable business. Serial entrepreneur and innovation expert, Louis Foreman, Founder and CEO of Enventys Partners, shares useful insights on intellectual property (IP) and entrepreneurship.
GII 2022 explores the future of innovation-driven growth
The co-authors of Global Innovation Index (GII) 2022 explore the future of innovation driven-growth and consider the of two emerging innovation waves to boost productivity and welfare impacts.
Tencent, video games, the metaverse and diversity: an insider’s view
Jia Wang, Deputy Director of the Technology Service for the North Americas Team within Tencent’s interactive entertainment group, discusses the future of video games and the role IP plays in her work.
Fashion forward: pioneering African designer eyes luxury brands market
Taibo Bacar, the celebrated Mozambican fashion designer, talks about what it takes to build an international fashion brand and the next steps in his pioneering business adventure.
Brazilian agri-tech startup digitizes farm management with dividends for cattle farmers and sustainability
From satellite imaging of pastures to tracking of animal health, JetBov is revolutionizing cattle farming in Brazil. The founder, Xisto Alves de Souza Jr., tells WIPO Magazine how his technology is boosting performance and profitability for beef farmers and improving land use.
Why vaccine independence is so important for Africa
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the urgent need to build capacity to develop and manufacture much-needed vaccines in Africa. Patrick Tippoo, Executive Director of the African Vaccine Manufacturing Initiative (AVMI), explains why vaccine independence for Africa is so important.
Green trademarks and the risk of greenwashing
With climate change, demand for goods that are sustainably produced and environmentally friendly is rising, with many companies embracing green marketing. Kathryn Park explores how brands can go green the right way and avoid the perils of greenwashing.
Arbitration and mediation: resolving patent licensing disputes in the world of standardized technology
Standardized technology ensures the digital devices we use every day communicate seamlessly. The so-called standard essential patents that underpin a technology standard and the terms under which they are licensed can trigger legal disputes. Arbitration and mediation offers notable benefits in handling them.
Sports diplomacy, nation branding and IP go hand in hand in Qatar
Qatar is making history as the first Arab country to host the FIFA World Cup. This high profile sporting event strategically elevates the country’s national brand through sports diplomacy and as a center of excellence in the Middle East.
Improving livelihoods with game-changing rice harvesting technology
Rice farming in Ghana remains rooted in tradition, but with his Multi-Stage Rice Thresher, young agri-entrepreneur John Wobil is seeking to modernize rice harvesting and help farmers optimize rice yields.
Everyone can tackle water scarcity with Hydraloop
With record-breaking droughts around the globe, water scarcity is a top concern. Find out how Hydraloop, an award-winning decentralized graywater management system, promises to tackle the global water crisis by cutting household wastewater emissions by 45 percent.
Securing Serbia’s cultural heritage: the case of “Kilim of Pirot”
Vladimir Marić, Director of the Intellectual Property Office of Serbia explores the cultural significance of Kilim weaving in the Serbian town of Pirot and the benefits of securing geographical indication status for these distinctive, high-quality textiles.
Stogie T: hip hop, IP and all that jazz
Pioneering South African hip hop artist, Stogie T, talks about his passion for hip hop music, his recent signing with Def Jam Africa, and how important it is for young musicians to understand how to protect and manage their IP rights.
Esports: an overview of a new(ish) frontier in digital entertainment
Esports are growing in popularity, with the expanding esports industry expected to generate USD 1.38 billion in 2022 according to Newzoo. Andrea Rizzi explores the legal complexity surrounding e-sports and the need for a balanced and effective governance system.
Building sustainable futures with traditional knowledge in New Caledonia
Subama Mapou, a young Kanak scientist from New Caledonia comes from a long line of traditional healers. She discusses her work in supporting local Indigenous groups, and how IP is enabling her to leverage the value of New Caledonia’s natural resources and traditional knowledge.
Nation branding: beyond a cosmetic symbol
Argentinian IP specialist, Patricio Murphy explores the challenges of “branding” a country. He outlines the various indices developed to assess a country’s brand value and the importance of protecting the sign or graphical representation of a nation’s brand.
Young film director’s drive to promote Indonesian culture
Young Indonesian writer and filmmaker Andara (Andra) Fembriarto talks about the inspiration for his fantasy novel Galeo of The Seawalkers, and his plans to introduce global audiences to the wonders of Indonesian culture by adapting it to different creative formats.
Goho App: helping Zimbabwe’s young farmers tackle climate change
Find out how the Goho App is helping to educate young farmers tackle the effects of climate change in Zimbabwe.
The metaverse, NFTs and IP rights: to regulate or not to regulate?
Over the last year, the metaverse and NFTs have fueled debates about their anticipated global impact and the question of whether there is an urgent need for new regulations to adapt to these new innovations.
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