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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 April!
This month we are shining a spotlight on the rise of innovation in sports nutrition, following our World IP Day celebration on the theme, 'IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate!'
Our latest news and articles throughout April include: ''Setting IP in Motion with Wearable Tech: World IP Day 2026", "Testing the Limits of Trade Marks in Sport: World IP Day 2026", "UK Government Announces £1.5 million Femtech Fund", "Putting Biotechnology in the Spotlight – 30 years of Nature Biotechnology" and more.
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SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH
- The Race to Innovate in Sports Nutrition: World IP Day 2026 - |
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Scientific research is pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved by food in the sports sector, expanding beyond popular products such as protein bars and electrolyte tablets. |
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In our recent article, Partner Michael Stott discusses the role of patents in sports nutrition, looking at the wide variety of innovation and the benefits of obtaining patent protection. |
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Setting IP in Motion with Wearable Tech: World IP Day 2026 23 April
Associate Jessie Harrison breaks down IP strategies behind wearable technology in sports, showcasing the importance of a hybrid approach in protecting all aspects of an invention through two of our clients pioneering in this market, ORB Innovations and FLOWBIO.
Read the article here |
| UK Government Announces £1.5 million Femtech Fund 22 April
On 15th April, the UK government published a renewed Women's Health Strategy, which included a £1.5 million fund dedicated to supporting femtech innovation. Partner Caroline Warren and Associate William Wathey outline how this fund will promote innovation in the sector.
Read the article here |
| Mathys & Squire Partner Anna Gregson featured in The Patent Lawyer 14 April
Partner Anna Gregson has co-authored an article in The Patent Lawyer Magazine on protecting new plant varieties, discussing the measures which companies can put in place to protect their innovation.
Read the article here |
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| Testing the Limits of Trade Marks in Sport: World IP Day 2026 27 April
Associate Emma Pallister examines recent trends in trade mark strategies for athletes, and explores whether a more robust legal regime is needed in the UK to protect one's image, following Luke Littler's application to trade mark his face to fight against deepfakes.
Read the article here |
| Putting Biotechnology in the Spotlight – 30 Years of Nature Biotechnology 1 April
Managing Associate Lionel Newton reflects on the history of Nature Biotechnology as the publication celebrates its 30th anniversary, highlighting the role of patents and the importance of commercialisation in this sector.
Read the article here |
| Partner Claire Breheny and Trainee Trade Mark Attorney Tanya Rahman featured in Trademark Lawyer 20 April
Partner Claire Breheny and Trainee Trade Mark Attorney Tanya Rahman have been featured in the INTA edition of The Trademark Lawyer Magazine with their article on the Dairy UK Ltd v. Oatly AB case.
Read the article here |
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NEW PODCAST EPISODE
- How to Protect and Defend Your Brand - |
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Obtaining comprehensive trade mark protection from an early stage is vital for any business, as this key step will secure the reputation of your brand and guarantee its commercial exclusivity. |
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In our latest episode, Head of Trade Marks and Partner Claire Breheny gives us the definitive introduction to trade marks, outlining the best way to build a trade mark strategy to add commercial value to your brand.
Click here to watch the full episode on YouTube or Spotify. |
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