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The specialized workshop organized by the Hellenic Industrial Property Academy (HIPA) and the NTUA Technology Transfer Office, entitled “The Contribution of Patents as a Source of Technological Information (Patent Literature)”, was successfully held on Thursday, 11 June 2026, at...
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OBI’s Participation in the 2nd OTA EXPO 2026 – Athens Conservatoire, 8–9 June 2026
The Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) participated in the 2nd OTA EXPO 2026, an event that fosters synergies between local government, institutions, and the market, held on 8–9 June 2026 at the Athens Conservatoire.
OBI’s participation in the event forms...
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Design Guides Consumer Choices Across the EU – Risks of Counterfeiting and Imitation Persist
According to the latest data from the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), Design has emerged as one of the most influential factors affecting the purchasing decisions of European consumers. As its importance continues to grow, so do the risks...
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The event “Intellectual Property and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate!”, organized by the Hellenic Copyright Organization on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Olympic Museum of Athens (Golden Hall), was successfully completed as part of the World Intellectual Property Day...
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The Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) announces and launches today, April 3, 2026, the Exercise “Public Infrastructure 2050 | Technological Foresight for Climate Resilience,” aiming to support the country’s long-term planning for public infrastructure (both built and natural) and...
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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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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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The Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) participated in the 2nd Conference of the Hellenic Network of Technology Transfer Offices- ΜΕΤΕΧ, held on 21–22 November 2025 in Thessaloniki, strengthening the role of Intellectual Property rights for research in academic institutions...
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Recognition of the Work of Intellectual Property Examiners by WIPO – November 11, 2025
On November 11, 2025, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) will pay tribute to Intellectual Property Examiners, recognizing their crucial contribution to the smooth functioning and strengthening of the international Intellectual Property rights protection system.
Examiners serve as a pillar...


