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MATHYS MATTERSSeptember 2026 |
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Welcome to Mathys Matters - your monthly update from Mathys & Squire, covering all the recent intellectual property and sector news/updates throughout September!
This month we are shining a spotlight on our comprehensive guide to IP, which includes answers to frequently asked questions on patents, trade marks and designs.
Our latest news and articles throughout September include: "Six Principles of Claim Construction Before the EPO", "Turning IP into Capital: How to Build a Portfolio that Secures VC Funding", "International Patent Protection: Navigating the PCT Route" and more.
Scroll down to read more! |
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SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
- Turn Your Ideas into Assets: A Guide to IP Protection - |
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Head of Trade Marks Claire Breheny and Partner Laura Clews provide a practical guide to patents, trade marks and designs, answering some of the key questions businesses and individuals often have about these important areas of IP. |
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Read the guide to explore the fundamental principles of IP, understand how these rights can support your business, and discover how we can help protect your inventions, brands and designs. |
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Six Principles of Claim Construction Before the EPO 8 September
Following from G 1/24 and G 1/25, Partner Nicholas Fox distils six key principles of claim construction before the EPO and explores what they mean in practice for applicants, patentees and third parties.
Read the article here |
| International Patent Protection: Navigating the PCT Route 3 September
Associate Jonathan Israel explains what the PCT route is, how the process works and why it could be beneficial for your business, especially if you are planning to launch your technology in international markets and want more time before deciding where to file.
Read the article here |
| Large US banks move to shield consumers’ passwords from looming quantum threats 1 September
Partner Edd Cavanna has featured in The Banker, Fintech Finance News, Financial IT and Finextra providing commentary on recent efforts to patent quantum-resistant cryptography technology by banks.
Read the article here |
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| Turning IP into Capital: How to Build a Portfolio that Secures VC Funding 17 September
Are you preparing for your next funding round and hoping to attract investor interest? Head of Consulting Lyle Ellis highlights the importance of IP and what to consider when preparing your pitch desk.
Read the article here |
| Certo Aerospace: Advancing the Future of VTOL UAVs 9 September
We shine a spotlight on our client Certo Aerospace Ltd and explore the technical advancements behind the Capstone VTOL UAV, their military and commercial developments, and the importance of a strong IP strategy.
Read the article here |
| Only 45% of the top 20 UK social media influencers have registered trade marks, compared with 80% globally 29 September
Partner Rebecca Tew has been featured in World Intellectual Property Review, revealing data which shows that UK influencers are neglecting trade mark protection.
Read the article here |
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- From Drones to Uncrewed Helicopters: Innovation in UK Defence Tech - |
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As software, robotics and automation have advanced in tandem over recent years, the impact on defence technology is materialising. |
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In “From Drones to Uncrewed Helicopters: Innovation in UK Defence Tech”, Justin Tooth talks to Andrew White about the recent developments in the UK defence industry, drawing on his experience as CEO of Certo Aerospace
Click here to watch the full episode on YouTube or Spotify. |
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