Intangible assets, such as brands, patents, trade secrets and data, have evolved to become key drivers of value for modern businesses, in many cases exceeding the value of traditional physical assets, such as factories and equipment. However, their management and valuation pose significant challenges for financial professionals and businesses in general. One of the most […]
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In the digital age, the protection of personal data stands as a beacon that guides people towards safeguarding the right to privacy. This fundamental right, enshrined in laws and regulations, protects individuals from the misuse of their data, giving them control over the information that defines them. Data protection covers a broad spectrum of personal
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It is important for an entrepreneur to understand the basics of intangible asset valuation because intangible assets, such as brands, patents, technology, copyrights and know-how, are becoming increasingly important in the overall value of a company. By understanding how these assets are valued, you can make informed decisions about managing your intellectual property and maximizing
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The National Directorate of Internet Domain Registration (NIC Argentina) took an important step towards transparency and efficiency in the resolution of domain disputes by publishing in writing the criteria it uses to analyze and resolve these cases. Domain disputes are administrative procedures that allow a third party to claim ownership of an Internet domain registered
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The Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) has implemented a new mechanism to accelerate the patenting process in the country, benefiting Mexican inventors and innovators. We are talking about the Accelerated Patent Grant Agreement (APG) which is a procedure that allows for the acceleration of the granting of applications for patents, utility models and industrial
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Brazil’s National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) has issued new guidelines for the patenting of genetically modified plants and elite events, providing greater clarity and legal certainty for inventions related to this field. While transgenic plants and their parts are not patentable in Brazil, technologies related to them can be. The new INPI/CPAPD Technical Note
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Decision 876, entitled “Common Regime on Country Brands”, was promulgated by the Andean Community Commission on April 23, 2021. This decision represents an important milestone for the Andean Community, made up of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, since it provides a solid legal framework to protect country brands against unauthorized uses, strengthening their identity and
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The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) released its annual report on domain name disputes in 2023, revealing a significant increase in the number of cases globally. With a total of 6,192 disputes resolved, this figure represents an increase of 12% compared to 2022. The areas that experienced the greatest demand for domain name registration during
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The topic of artificial intelligence is very much on the agenda at the UN and the European Union. In March 2024, the UN General Assembly adopted a groundbreaking resolution promoting the development of “safe, secure and trustworthy” artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The resolution sets a significant milestone as it is the first time the UN
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In April 2024, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) published a press release detailing the figures for the Madrid System in 2023, revealing interesting data on trends and preferences in the field of international trademark applications. Let’s look at some of them: Class 9: Mastery of Hardware, Software and Electronics In 2023, Class 9, which
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