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WIPO publishes report on technology trends The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has published the first report of a new initiative that seeks to monitor technological development by analyzing data related to innovative activities. Entitled “WIPO Technology Trends”, the study received contributions from experts in the area of ​​artificial intelligence (AI) and revealed trends in (...)

BPTO launches public consultation on draft of examination guidelines of biotechnology patent application On February 6, 2019, the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) launched a public consultation regarding the new draft of guidelines for examination of patent applications in Biotechnology area. Among the proposed amendments, a clarification as to antibodies patentability stands out. According (...)

Our partners, Antonio Murta Filho and Luiza Duarte received on January 29, 2019, in London, The Global IP Awards. Our office was elected by clients as the best Brazilian firm specialized in trademark law. We thank all our clients for this recognition. We are very proud.    

Murta Goyanes Advogados was once again recognized by the World Trademark Review 2019 as one of the best trademark firms in Brazil. The publication annually brings together leading firms and professionals from around the world. The partners Antonio Murta Filho, Marcelo Goyanes and Luiza Duarte were also recommended by their clients for their efficiency and (...)

The 2nd Private Chamber of the São Paulo Court of Appeals accepted Google’s request1 to keep online a video from the “Diva Depression” channel, on YouTube, which criticized a brand of jeans. The lawsuit was filed by Planet Girls Comércio de Roupas Ltda., alleging that a video posted on YouTube by the channel Diva Depression, (...)

The 6th Public Treasury Court of Sao Paulo maintained a fine imposed to Bauducco because it considered abusive the advertising aimed at children which promoted the exchange of Bauducco products packaging, along with the payment of approximately USD 1.50, for watches with images of characters from the movie “Shrek”¹. In this case, the consumer protection (...)

Federal Police conducts operation against copyright infringement On January 15, 2019, the Federal Police launched operation “Copyright”, aimed at investigating crimes of copyright infringement and criminal association by a website that allowed users to illegally download movies, games and music. Created nine years ago, the website had 140,000 users registered in different countries, including Brazil, (...)

In 2018, there was a 3.5% increase in the number of requests for recordals of agreements involving the licensing of industrial property rights, technology transfer, technical assistance services and franchises filed before the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO). Last year, 1,207 new requests for recordals were filed, while in 2017 there were 1,166. Regarding (...)