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August 27, 2026

Everyday Inventions: Small Decisions That Changed the Future of an Innovation

A major innovation does not always stem from a radically new idea. Sometimes, the real breakthrough lies in changing a package, transferring a technology from one sector to another, paying attention to how consumer needs evolve, or overcoming a technical limitation that seemed inevitable. The history of many everyday or world-renowned inventions shows that […]

Success Story: Tax Deductions for Virtual Cable R&D&I

Virtual Cable: Technological Innovation and Tax Deductions for a Constantly Evolving Platform

CONTEXT A technology company engaged in constant innovation and highly specialized in its field, Virtual Cable is a Spanish technology company specializing in the development of secure solutions for the digital transformation of the workplace. Through its proprietary platform, UDS Enterprise, the company develops virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solutions fully tailored to the […]

Success story in which Elzaburu defends "Champagne" against "Champanillo," an issue related to designations of origin

Champagne vs. Champanillo: A Success Story That Redefines the Protection of Designations of Origin

CONTEXT: A dispute that raised questions about the scope of protection for designations of origin. The Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (CIVC), the organization responsible for protecting the “Champagne” protected designation of origin (PDO), discovered that the term “Champanillo” was being used to identify a chain of tapas bars in Catalonia, as well as its […]

Industrial Property Grants in Asturias: How to Apply for the ASTUREX Program

Companies operating in or based in Asturias now have a new source of support to protect and manage their intangible assets abroad. Through the “International Legal Services at Source” program offered by ASTUREX (a public agency responsible for promoting the internationalization of the Asturian business community), in which Elzaburu has been […]

OEPM 2026 Grants for Patents and Utility Models: Key Points of the Call for Applications

The Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (OEPM) has published the 2026 call for grants to promote patent and utility model applications, a key initiative to advance the protection of Spanish innovation both nationally and internationally. The summary of the call was published in the Official Gazette of the […]

January 20, 2026

SME Fund 2026: EUIPO Grants for SMEs with Trademarks, Patents, Plant Varieties, and IP Scan

In 2026, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) will launch a new edition of the SME Fund – Ideas Powered for Business, a grant program aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises that wish to protect their industrial property assets and reduce the costs associated with registering trademarks, patents, designs, and plant varieties […]

November 27, 2025

1865: A year marked by Elzaburu and major advances that laid the foundation for the modern world

In 1865, significant advances were made in various fields of knowledge and technology. Some of these went unnoticed at the time, while others marked the beginning of business ventures that are now global leaders. Elzaburu was founded that same year, in an environment where science, industry, and culture were beginning to […]

October 28, 2025

EUIPO Grants 2025: Protect Your Industrial Property Assets Before Funds Run Out

The 2025 edition of the European Union Intellectual Property Office’s (EUIPO) SME Fund program, “Ideas Powered for Business,” was launched at the beginning of the year with the goal of supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, self-employed individuals, and foundations in protecting their industrial and intellectual property assets. Since its launch, […]

September 25, 2025

The Evolution of the Pharmaceutical Industry: From “Patent Medicines” to Patented Drugs

The evolution of medicinal remedies into the modern pharmaceutical industry is closely linked to the development of industrial property rights, the protection of inventions, and the consolidation of regulatory systems that are now essential to public health. Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, the concept of a medicine evolved from being a […]

Gender Equality in Law Firms: An Unresolved Challenge in the Legal Sector

Gender equality has been a key goal in recent years in the workplace. However, in the legal sector—and especially when it comes to becoming a partner in law firms—the gender gap remains a significant challenge. Although the number of women in the legal profession has grown exponentially, their […]

Risks Associated with the Use of Generative AI in the Legal Sector

Generative artificial intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, is changing the way legal professionals perform their daily tasks, from drafting documents to conducting legal research. However, this technological advancement carries significant risks that lawyers and other legal professionals must take into account when using these tools. In […]

SPTO Grants for Patents and Utility Models in 2025

The Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (OEPM) has announced a competitive grant program for 2025 aimed at promoting patent and utility model applications, both nationally and internationally. This initiative seeks to foster innovation and the use of industrial property for […]

Little-Known Spanish Inventions and Discoveries: The Importance of Protecting Innovation

Throughout history, Spain has been the birthplace of great explorers, scientists, and inventors whose contributions have been pivotal in many fields of knowledge. However, in many cases, the recognition and fame for their discoveries and advances have been attributed to others, relegating these Spanish pioneers to oblivion. Why […]

February 27, 2025

Companies with industrial property rights are more profitable

In an increasingly competitive business environment, innovation and differentiation have become key factors for growth. A recent joint study by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Patent Office (EPO) confirms that companies that protect their creations through rights to […]

February 20, 2025

50 Years of the “Industrial Property Acts”: An Indispensable Legacy in Industrial Property

The world of industrial property law is celebrating: *Actas de Derecho Industrial* is turning 50. Since its first issue in 1975, this prestigious journal has been a key reference in the study and evolution of trademark, patent, and competition law, bringing together some of the best scholarly studies and analyses […]

February 6, 2025

EUIPO 2025 Grants: Everything SMEs Need to Know About Industrial Property Grants

The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has announced the new call for proposals for the 2025 “Ideas Powered for Business” SME Fund, a grant program aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the European Union to promote the protection of their industrial and intellectual property assets. This initiative offers grants […]

January 15, 2025

Fraud Protection: Tips for Trademark and Trade Name Owners

In the world of intellectual property, companies that own trademarks and trade names are constantly exposed to risks and fraud. One of the most common risks is the sending of fraudulent payment requests. These practices can also be difficult to identify, as scammers imitate official communications from entities such as the Spanish Office […]

December 6, 2024

What is celebrated on December 6? Spanish Constitution Day

Spanish Constitution Day, celebrated every year on December 6, is one of the most significant dates on the democratic calendar. On this day, we commemorate the approval by popular referendum of the 1978 Spanish Constitution, which laid the foundation for the democratic system we enjoy today. But what is […]

December 4, 2024

Assistance for Those Affected by the DANA in Industrial Property

The recent cold low-pressure system that affected Valencia and other municipalities has had a significant impact on businesses and individuals. In light of this situation, the OEPM and the EUIPO have implemented specific measures to mitigate the effects and support recovery in key areas such as industrial property. 1. Fee Waiver at the Spanish Office of […]

November 7, 2024

The Patent Boom of the 19th Century: The Top 5 Most Innovative Sectors of the Era

One of the most important factors in the progress and development of civilizations is the ability of resourceful people to innovate and create tools and processes that improve the quality of life or manufacturing processes. The last quarter of the 19th century was marked by a major boom in the field of […]

September 26, 2024

The Origins of Patents in Spain: 500 Years of Protecting Inventions

From Privileges and the Royal Conservatory of Arts and Crafts to the OEPM The history of invention registration in Spain is a fascinating account of our country’s development, dating back more than 500 years: as early as 1478, so-called “invention privileges”—titles granted by the King—were being awarded, […]

The New Conditions for De Minimis Aid

State funding that meets the criteria specified in Article 107(1) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union constitutes state aid and must be notified to the European Commission in accordance with Article 108(3) of the Treaty. However, in accordance with Article 109 of the Treaty, the Council may […]

World Anti-Counterfeiting Day.

Today, as on every June 8, we celebrate World Anti-Counterfeiting Day—the perfect occasion to discuss the harm caused by this scourge. In Spain, there is a tendency to think that counterfeit goods are always associated with luxury products from major global companies, but the reality is quite different. The sale of […]

Grant Program to Promote Patent Applications.

In the development of any business, it is essential today to incorporate an appropriate strategy for protecting a company’s intangible assets into its strategic plan. This not only provides protection in the market against potential attempts by third parties to copy the company’s assets, but also facilitates access to financing by […]

Jorge Luis Borges: A Fervent Centennial

Around this time, about a hundred years ago, Jorge Luis Borges published his first book, *Fervor de Buenos Aires*. It is no ordinary work. Borges himself would say decades later that *Fervor de Buenos Aires* “foreshadows everything he would go on to do.” But almost all of his subsequent books—without wishing to contradict the Argentine genius—[…]

MARY’S MEALS, a simple and effective solution to hunger

Mary’s Meals is a charitable foundation founded by Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow that feeds more than 2 million children while they are at school in the world’s poorest regions. This changes the children’s lives—not only because it combats hunger in a simple and effective way, but also because it motivates them to […]

September 13, 2021

ELZABURU opens its new headquarters in Torre Juana Ost (Alicante) and joins the 1,070 Km Hub

At ELZABURU, we have opened an office in Torre Juana OST (Alicante) and joined 1070 Km Hub, the platform dedicated to connecting the innovative Southern Mediterranean.

October 22, 2020

Antonio Tavira, the new President of ELZABURU

Antonio Tavira has been appointed Chairman of ELZABURU, a position he will hold in addition to his role as CEO, a position he has held since 2009. The position became vacant following the death of Alberto Elzaburu last April.

September 23, 2020

ELZABURU has signed the UN Global Compact's Declaration on Renewed Cooperation

Antonio Tavira, on behalf of ELZABURU, was one of the 1,000 CEOs who signed the Declaration on Renewed Cooperation of the UN Global Compact.

How Open Intellectual Property Helps Drive the Green Transition

In 2020, World Intellectual Property Day was celebrated under the theme “Innovating for a Green Future.” This is not the first time that WIPO has used this special occasion to highlight the role that intellectual property must play in the so-called green transition.

ELZABURU 2019 Yearbook

Despite the delay caused by the lockdown measures we have endured in Spain due to the global pandemic, and with our usual pride, we are pleased to present to our clients, friends, and colleagues the ninth edition of the ELZABURU Yearbook of European Case Law on Industrial and Intellectual Property. While the Yearbook was being printed, our […]

COVID-19 Announcement

Dear readers, We would like to write a few lines to share with you the unprecedented situation we are experiencing and to convey, as best we can, a message of hope. First of all, we hope that all of you and your families are well. And to those of you who are not doing so well or who have family members or loved ones who are affected, please know that you have our full support and that we are thinking of you. At this time, the most important thing […]

February 19, 2020

ELZABURU, the leading company in intellectual property protection, is revamping its corporate image

Elzaburu, a firm specializing in the management of intangible assets, has revamped its corporate image. The new identity was designed by the Manuel Estrada studio and symbolizes the company’s commitment to adapting to the new demands of a market undergoing constant technological and social change. Elzaburu’s new brand features a modern typeface […]

January 7, 2020

Three ELZABURU attorneys have been selected to serve on a new council of experts that will advise the Chinese government on intellectual property matters

In 2020, China is launching a new center called the Chinese Overseas Intellectual Property Dispute Center, through which it seeks to bring together professionals from different countries who are experts in intellectual property to provide guidance on matters related to this field. The center was established by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), which […]

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