Anti Copying in Design

ACID is a membership organisation, committed to creating a safer trading environment for designers. We are YOUR Voice Against Design Theft!

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🎉 The latest edition of ACID Magazine (Issue 86) is here, packed with powerful stories from our incredible community of designers, campaigners, and innovators!

👉 https://t.co/lCETOt0GgL

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As part of the @FurnitureMkrsCo YPIE programme, ACID was delighted to welcome a group of emerging professionals for an insightful session on the realities of IP protection, brand value, innovation & challenges posed by AI by @DidsMacdonald

Read in full 👉 https://t.co/qwmmmTgZPj

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If you’re building a creative business, understanding IP is a game changer.

From landing projects to protecting your work, this session will give you the knowledge you actually need.

Come join us for Tenders & Interviews webinar.

Save your seat now 👉 https://t.co/InyHtBeEyB

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Join us throughout June as we connect with designers, makers, manufacturers and IP professionals to explore how intellectual property can help protect and strengthen your business.

Check out the full list 👉 https://t.co/fe43IkEau6

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What our ACID IP Charter Signatories say 🗣️

©️ By signing the ACID IP Charter, you're lending your voice to the growing community who hold true to integrity in design and stand up for respect, ethics and compliance in design.

Sign for FREE 👉 https://t.co/BKvksKzNrW

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99% of creators’ work reportedly trains AI without consent, the future of creative rights is at risk. Jenny Lincoln of the Creators' Rights Alliance explores the urgent need for transparency, fair pay & stronger copyright protection.

Read in full 👉 https://t.co/b67Z26pUTK

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💭 Your ideas are valuable.

Treat them like assets, not accidents. ✨

Your creativity has worth, don’t leave it unprotected.
Designs, branding, concepts… they’re more than just thoughts. They’re your intellectual property.

Empower your IP at 👉 https://t.co/ULpm9Aimu7

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If you’re building a creative business, understanding IP is a game changer.

From landing projects to protecting your work, this session will give you the knowledge you actually need.

Come join us for Tenders & Interviews webinar.

Save your seat now 👉 https://t.co/InyHtBeEyB

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What our ACID IP Charter Signatories say 🗣️

©️ By signing the ACID IP Charter, you're lending your voice to the growing community who hold true to integrity in design and stand up for respect, ethics and compliance in design.

Sign for FREE 👉 https://t.co/BKvksKzNrW

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If you’re building a creative business, understanding IP is a game changer.

From landing projects to protecting your work, this session will give you the knowledge you actually need.

Come join us for Tenders & Interviews webinar.

Save your seat now 👉 https://t.co/InyHtBeEyB

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The newest legal definition of “dishonesty” should change everything for IP enforcement.

ACID Chief Counsel, Nick Kounoupias explores how this shift should strengthen action against design theft and protect creators more effectively.

Read full mag 👉 https://t.co/b67Z26pUTK

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Our talk on 'Your Right to Protection: Understanding & Maximising IP in your Designs' at @CDWfestival 2026 had case studies from ACID legal Affiliates, Gavin Llewellyn of Stone King and Robert Lands of @HowardKennedy which inspired many questions.

Read👉 https://t.co/Hy52lyYQxk

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Fashion creativity deserves protection.

From textile prints and branding to garment designs and creative content, understanding intellectual property (IP) is essential for every fashion designer, student, and creative business.

Read the full article 👉 https://t.co/dwfG19ddRc

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What our ACID IP Charter Signatories say 🗣️

©️ By signing the ACID IP Charter, you're lending your voice to the growing community who hold true to integrity in design and stand up for respect, ethics and compliance in design.

Sign for FREE 👉 https://t.co/BKvksKzNrW

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ACID Magazine Issue 87

Has UK design law missed the mark?

ACID Chair, @DidsMacdonald questions whether recent research reflects the reality for working designers & calls for reform that truly deters copying & supports innovation.

Read mag 👉 https://t.co/b67Z26pUTK

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Huge congratulations to Jessica Alexander on being installed as the 64th Master of @FurnitureMkrsCo

Her work with the @thebedfed tnd the BFC, her contribution to industry collaboration & IP education has been invaluable.

Read in full 👉 https://t.co/PYhh8z2svP

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What our ACID IP Charter Signatories say 🗣️

©️ By signing the ACID IP Charter, you're lending your voice to the growing community who hold true to integrity in design and stand up for respect, ethics and compliance in design.

Sign for FREE 👉 https://t.co/BKvksKzNrW

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Join ACID at @CDWfestival 2026 for an essential session on protecting what matters most, your creativity.

“Your Right to Protection: Identifying, Understanding and Maximising Intellectual Property in Your Designs”

📅 Wed 20 May 2026
⏰ 11AM

Register 👉 https://t.co/PNrqupe2pX

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ACID Magazine Issue 87!

Taking your designs global requires more than creativity, it demands the right protection. Learn how the UK @The_IPO Attaché network helps businesses navigate international IP systems and avoid costly mistakes.

Read in full 👉 https://t.co/b67Z26pUTK

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ACID is offering start-ups 50% off membership – so you can get protected from the start, with:
✅ IP advice & legal support
✅ Use of our trusted ACID Member logo
✅ Access to the IP Databank
✅ Free webinars & tools to stay informed

Join with 50% off 👉 https://t.co/5pm5BxPPMs

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In a world of uncertainty, the strength of the design community has never mattered more.

ACID CEO Laura Newbold Breen reflects on resilience, collaboration, and why collective voices are key to protecting creativity in challenging times.

Full mag👉 https://t.co/b67Z26pUTK