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European Inventor Network, EPO: 4th Call for Inspiring Activities for the Young Generation
The European Inventor Network, founded in 2023 by the European Patent Office, aims to promote science and innovation among children aged 6 to 18.
As part of its initiatives, under the theme “Outreach to Children and Young People,” and through...
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The future needs her: Advancing women in STEM.
Women in science have a future — and the future needs them! On 3 March 2026, the European Patent Office (EPO) is hosting an open, free online event dedicated to the progress of women in research, innovation and patents.
What you...
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“SME Fund 2026: Funding applications open from today, 2 February 2026.”
We would like to inform you that the SME Funding Fund, commonly known as the “SME Fund,” started today, Monday, 2 February 2026, accepting applications from SMEs on for the current year.
For the new year, European SMEs will be...
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EPO:Apply now for CSP support for preparing for EPAC 2026
The Candidate Support Programme (CSP) is expanding its support to candidates preparing for the European Patent Administration Certification (EPAC). Selected candidates will receive a comprehensive support package between March and October 2026 with the aim to enable them to...
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The continuous and strong increase in Patent and Trademark filings in 2025 clearly demonstrates that users of the Industrial Property system—individuals, businesses, universities, and research centers—are increasingly recognizing the importance and benefits of protecting their intellectual creations.
The Hellenic Industrial...
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Presentation of the publication “Technology on the Move”, WIPO, 17/02/2026
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) invites you to the presentation of the publication “Technology on the Move”, as part of the World Intellectual Property Report (WIPR) 2026. The event will take place at WIPO headquarters in Geneva on...
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Regulation (EU) 2025/2645 of the European Parliament and of the Council
On 30 December 2025, Regulation (EU) 2025/2645 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2025 was published. The Regulation establishes rules on the conditions and procedure for granting compulsory licences for intellectual property rights to...
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After the successful course of the EUIPO SME Fund, the application period officially opens for the new year.
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) is organizing a free webinar aimed at presenting the new benefits under the SME Fund...
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EPO: Launch of CSP Support for EPAC Candidates Starting in 2026
Starting in 2026, the new Candidate Support Programme (CSP) will expand its support to candidates preparing for the European Patent Administration Certification (EPAC). EPAC is a pan-European certification, designed for paralegals, patent administrator and formalities officers to validate their knowledge...
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Within the framework of collaboration with news media, executives of the Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) regularly communicate on topics of innovation and highlight the value of industrial property as a driver of growth and competitiveness.
Interview with Mr. Demetris...