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July 16, 2026
2026 World Cup Stadiums, Trademarks, and Intellectual Property: The “Clean Site” Challenge
What happens when a stadium hosting a World Cup match is named after a brand that does not officially sponsor the competition? The controversy surrounding some of the stadiums for the 2026 World Cup clearly illustrates this tension, as many sports venues are typically identified by logos associated with major brands. Behind […]
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June 18, 2026
Practical Guide: Five Intellectual Property Clauses to Include in a Startup's Shareholders' Agreement
In a startup, a very significant portion of the project’s value is often concentrated in its intangible assets. Software, developed technology, algorithms, databases, interfaces, the brand, designs, digital content, and internal know-how frequently constitute the main foundation of the business, determine its scalability, and account for a […]
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April 16, 2026
Cobranding and Its Legal Implications: The Strategic Dimension That Goes Unnoticed
Over the years, co-branding has established itself as one of the most widely used marketing strategies among companies. Through this approach, many brands are able to position themselves in the market and gain consumer recognition. In this article, we delve into the secrets […]
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October 16, 2025
Influencers and Responsible Advertising: Key Elements of the New Code of Conduct
Influencer marketing has evolved from a trend into a well-established tool within brands’ digital strategies. In 2023, online investment in this area grew by 23.9%, prompting a thorough review of the applicable regulatory framework. In this context, the new Code of Conduct […]
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May 29, 2025
5 Keys to Effective Management of Intellectual and Industrial Property at Cultural Festivals
Cultural and folk festivals are gathering places that promote cultural diversity and blend historical traditions with contemporary artistic expressions. From live music to graphic design, including the performing arts, audiovisual media, and traditional expressions, intangible assets are a fundamental pillar of these festivals, which makes […]
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November 12, 2024
Is it legal to sell merchandise featuring Trump's image following the attack in Pennsylvania?
On July 13, Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt while delivering a speech at a rally in Pennsylvania. Just a few hours later, T-shirts and other merchandise featuring an image of the triumphant candidate—with his fist raised—were already being sold after he emerged unscathed from the attack. Is it appropriate to sell these products […]
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September 5, 2024
Ruling in the Motorola v. Hytera Case: Implications for Spanish Companies Regarding the Protection of Trade Secrets
Violating trade secrets of U.S. companies could land you in U.S. court. A ruling recently issued by the Seventh Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals in a case involving the infringement of trade secrets under the Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) is set to have implications for transatlantic trade relations. […]
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December 15, 2022
Key Provisions of the Business Creation and Growth Act
On October 19, 2022, Law 18/2022 of September 28 on Business Creation and Growth entered into force following its approval by the Spanish Parliament. Its main objectives are as follows: To improve the business climate to promote business creation and growth through the adoption […]
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July 20, 2022
Everything You Need to Know About the Business Creation and Growth Act
The Business Creation and Growth Act, which has just been approved by the Congress of Deputies and will be sent to the Senate for consideration, has the following main objectives: To improve the business climate to promote business creation and growth through the adoption of measures to […]
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January 15, 2021
New Fund for SMEs: Ideas Powered for Business
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) and the European Commission (EC), with the aim of boosting the competitiveness of SMEs in the current context of the COVID-19 pandemic, have created the Ideas Powered for Business Fund: a grant program designed to help SMEs obtain and develop their intellectual property rights.
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December 31, 2020
The Commission welcomes the political agreement on Horizon Europe
Despite the uncertainty we have faced throughout the year that is about to end, it appears that the European Union’s commitment to promoting industrial leadership in Europe remains unchanged.
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December 21, 2020
The European Commission is preparing Horizon Europe: the EU's future framework program for research, development, and innovation
The Horizon 2020 (H2020) program funds research and innovation projects in the European Union for the 2014–2020 period. As this program comes to an end, and in line with the same objective for which it was launched, the European Commission is now working on its successor, Horizon Europe.
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June 11, 2020
European Union Public License: A Great Option for Open-Source Projects Developed in the EU
The European Union Public License (hereinafter “EUPL”) is an open-source license approved by the European Commission in 2007, which was specifically designed to be adapted to the European Union’s regulatory framework. Why was it necessary? Free/open-source software licenses have their origins […]
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April 17, 2020
New Call for Proposals for the EU's "Intellectual and Industrial Property Diagnostic Service"
European SMEs can now benefit from a new call for proposals under the European Union’s “Intellectual and Industrial Property Diagnostic Service” (IPA4SME Program). The program provides financial support and services to assess and analyze existing technology and knowledge assets in SMEs that have received the Seal of Excellence awarded by the […]
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March 13, 2020
Trade secrets: An Intangible Asset on the Rise
One year after the enactment of the Trade Secrets Act (Law 1/2019), we can say that the Act is having a significant impact on the Spanish business community. Some companies were already managing this intellectual asset, but with the Act’s entry into force, it has […]
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