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MATHYS MATTERS October 2025 |
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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 October!
This month we are shining a spotlight on the recent G2/24 decision by the Enlarged Board of Appeal, which confirmed that an intervener cannot continue proceedings after the appeal is withdrawn.
Our latest news and articles throughout October include: ''Vaccine patents grow 7% in a year, with RNA dominating filings", "Translation Pitfalls in Patent Practice: Lessons from the Opposition Against EP2022348", "Black History Month 2025: Celebrating the Patents of Pioneering Black Inventors", "Labubu and the Rise of Pop Mart: From Toy to IP Powerhouse", "A Deep Dive into The Nobel Prizes 2025" and more.
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SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
- G2/24 - Interveners cannot continue EPO opposition appeals after withdrawal - |
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Under Article 105 EPC, a third party that is sued for patent infringement may intervene in EPO opposition proceedings - even after the normal 9 month opposition window. |
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The Enlarged Board considered the situation where an intervention was filed during appeal proceedings following opposition and then all appeals were withdrawn. On the 25th of September, they confirmed that appeal proceedings are terminated after all appeals are withdrawn, regardless of interventions filed during an appeal. |
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In this article, Managing Associate Leonard Wright examines the strategic implications of this latest case law update, outlining the contextual background of the decision, and what it means for those involved in oppositions and litigation.
Click here to read more |
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Vaccine patents grow 7% in a year, with RNA dominating filings 9 October
Partners Martin MacLean and Anna Gregson analyse how vaccine patent applications are still on the rise, despite the COVID application spike settling down and the influx of anti-vaccine comments from some US government officials.
Read the article here |
| Black History Month 2025: Celebrating the Patents of Pioneering Black Inventors 23 October
This October marks Black History Month, an opportunity to celebrate the creativity of black inventors whilst acknowledging the barriers many would have faced. Technical Assistant Egheosa Ogbomo highlights five black inventors that have made a large impact in their respective industries.
Read the article here |
| A Deep Dive into the Nobel Prizes 2025 21 October
The Nobel Prizes, some of the most prestigious awards in the world, have been announced for 2025. Our Mathys & Squire Associates, Max Ziemann, Greg Jones and Clare Pratt, examine the outstanding innovation behind the Nobel Prizes in their specialist areas.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire host Romain Muhammad for Black History Month 21 October
To mark Black History Month, we were delighted to welcome Romain Muhammad, CEO of Diversify World. Romain spoke to us about the common misconceptions associated with Black history and identity, using artwork and artefacts to challenge these mainstream perceptions.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire teams recommended in The Legal 500 2026 directory for their "exceptional experience and expertise" 1 October
We are pleased to announce that our patents and trade marks practices have been commended in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500. Click below to see the full list of lawyers recognised.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire ranked in Chambers & Partners Guide for 2026 16 October
We are delighted to share that we have been ranked in the Chambers and Partners 2026 guide. Partner Martin MacLean has also been ranked as a Band 1 Patent Attorney.
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| Mathys & Squire Partner Claire Breheny featured in World Trademark Review 14 October
Head of Trademarks Claire Breheny shares her insights on how the non-alcoholic beverage market is expanding and what businesses planning to ride the wave should consider from an intellectual property perspective.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire Managing Associate Richard Jaszek featured in WIPR 7 October
Richard Jaszek explores the need for an overhaul of the current intellectual property framework, which works on a territorial basis, to take innovation intended to exist in outer space into consideration and spur on the booming space-tech industry.
Read the article here |
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| Translation Pitfalls in Patent Practice: Lessons from the Opposition against EP2022349 2 October
Associate Sally (Lingjun) Gao analyses how disputes can arise on account of linguistic nuances, highlighting how ensuring an accurate translation at all stages of patent filing and prosecution is paramount.
Read the article here |
| Labubu and the Rise of Pop Mart: From Toy to IP Powerhouse 22 October
Pop Mart has pulled off an impressive feat, transforming Labubu, a children's book character, into a priceless IP asset. Associate Sally (Lingjun) Gao delves into the meticulous intellectual property strategy behind the toy tycoon, from brand collaboration to minimising the formidable threat of counterfeit goods.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire sponsor MassChallenge UK Awards 2025 20 October
Over the past four months, 40 startups have accelerated their businesses through MassChallenge UK, supported by a community of experts, mentors, and partners. We are proud to share that we are sponsoring their 2025 UK Awards as part of our ongoing partnership.
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| Mathys & Squire sponsor the WIPR Trademark and Brand Protection Summit 2025 13 October
We are excited to announce that we are a Silver sponsor of the WIPR Trademark and Brand Protection Summit. The event is designed for brand owners and trademark counsel to gain insights on brand protection from industry experts.
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| Mathys & Squire attorneys ranked in Managing IP's 2025 Rising Stars guide 2 October
We are delighted to announce that Partners Edd Cavanna, Max Thoma and Harry Rowe have been recognised in the IP STARS 2025 directory as Rising Stars. The guide commends those who have demonstrated exceptional work within their firms.
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| Mathys & Squire Partner featured in IAM Global Leaders 2026 22 October
We are delighted to announce that Partner Chris Hamer has been featured in the 2026 edition of IAM Global Leaders, highlighting the exceptional patent professionals.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire Partner Harry Rowe and Trainee Trade Mark Attorney Tanya Rahman featured in Practical Law 03 October
Harry Rowe and Tanya Rahman highlight the revocation risk for UK and EU trade marks following the upcoming deadline of 31 December 2025, providing vital guidance to mitigate the risk of loss of rights.
Read the article here |
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- Dive into Deep Tech: Building the Next Generation of Engineering Startups - |
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