According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), 1.04 million industrial design applications were filed worldwide in 2019, the last year for which data exists. This represents a 1.7% increase in the number of design filings worldwide over 2018. All geographical regions experienced growth in the number of design applications between 2009 and 2019, with North America (+6.7%) and Asia…
For a patent owner seeking to enforce one— or many— patents, understanding the web of jurisdictions available to them can be difficult. While all jurisdictions offer a variety of opportunities and advantages, none is ideal. In order to make a strong strategic decision, it is imperative that patent owners understand the balance between risks and benefits for each jurisdiction. The…