European Union Intellectual Property Office

The IP Office of the EU. Protecting trade marks, designs and geographical indication for craft and industrial products.

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“I don’t have a plan. I have a dress… and IP rights.”

28 years ago, #OnThisDay, Sex and the City premiered. Trade marks, designs and copyright have helped protect the Carrie Bradshaw universe ever since.

Mr Big came and went. IP rights stay💅

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Join our next Tuesday Webinar for an overview of the most relevant EUIPO Boards of Appeal decisions and General Court/Court of Justice judgments from Q2 2026.

📅 16 June | 10:00 CET
https://t.co/y7QX6Bhx23

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Copyright information is becoming increasingly important in the age of streaming, licensing and AI🌍.

A new EUIPO study maps copyright databases and metadata practices across the EU, while examining the possible development of “CopyrightView”.
https://t.co/Ayg76XD7JH

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Innovating in tech or plant varieties?
The SME Fund 2026 is still open for Patents (Voucher 3) and Community plant varieties (Voucher 4), with funding of up to €1,500.

Apply before filing any application. While funds last. 👉 https://t.co/SG2bGRT4QU

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Public Choice Award🏆 | For the first time, you can take part in the DesignEuropa Awards by voting for your favourite finalist.

6 finalists. One choice. Your choice.
Vote until 22 September.
https://t.co/Gsrh5VtqDg

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It’s a trade mark! It’s a design! It’s IP!

In 1939, the first solo comic book of Superman launched a hero, and also a universe of IP rights held by DC Comics that is still flying high today.

DC holds 173 EUTMs at EUIPO. Because, sometimes, even superheroes need protection.

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IP rights are a girl’s best friend... especially when it comes to Marilyn Monroe’s legacy.

Her name and signature are protected by EU trade marks; Norma Jeane was once protected too, as are iconic film titles.

IP helps that twinkle endure.

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Six months after its launch, the EU-wide GI system for craft and industrial products has already received 74 applications from 6 EU countries.
A step forward in protecting the EU’s local craftsmanship and fighting counterfeiting.

Explore the GI Hub ↓ https://t.co/J1eX7RQ8s4

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‘IMPRESS’ fails to impress: when slogans don’t indicate origin

In Case T-326/25, the GC confirmed that IMPRESS for cosmetics is a clear, self-explanatory promotional message, not a trade mark.
Slogans, however catchy, fail if seen only as advertising.
https://t.co/ibn1kryuUD

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IP wins the Champions League.
PSG: 24 EUTMs + 2 EU designs
Arsenal: 17 EUTMs
UEFA: 300+ EU trade marks and designs

From chants and typography to the trophy, the ball, the stadium and players’ celebrations, the Champions League final is an IP showcase.

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How does IP cooperation help businesses and creators across borders? 🌍

In the latest Creative Sparks episode, EUIPO and AGEPI discuss cooperation, trust and the new EU4IP project.

🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/IdXEptisqG

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Where innovation meets purpose.
The #DesignEuropaAwards 2026 SMEs finalists are here:
🔹CLF Growth Containers
🔹Pet Shell
🔹Showee (@showeeshower)

Design that solves. Design that cares.
Discover more: https://t.co/Gsrh5VsSNI

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The 6th IP Case Law Conference united Europe’s IP community under “Growing through change”.

Key rulings, AI and copyright, design and enforcement all came together with one clear focus: exchange, connection and the future of IP.
https://t.co/R71lN0ogpH

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‘Lenços de Namorados do Minho’, the first Portuguese craft GI registered at EU level.

The traditional embroidered handkerchief is now protected across all EU Member States under the EU system for craft and industrial geographical indications.
https://t.co/av56rC0m2j

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Where design meets performance.

The #DesignEuropaAwards 2026 Industry finalists are here:
🔹CBL 900
🔹NOHRD StepTower
🔹SOMATOM https://t.co/SAkPKt54Qi

Design that performs. Design that evolves.
Discover more: https://t.co/Gsrh5VsSNI

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What do the biggest tennis stars have in common beyond the court? 🎾

Alongside trophies, players like Alcaraz, Djokovic, Nadal, Świątek and others are protected by EU trade marks. As everyone’s focus is on Roland Garros begins, IP plays a key role in the games.

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This is the Way… to make stories last.

As The Mandalorian and Grogu arrives, there’s more than what we see on screen.

Trade marks, designs and copyright protect its characters, visuals and storytelling.

Something stronger than beskar? IP 😉

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Millenial or Gen Z, we all agree that IP protection is the way to go.🫵🇪🇺

Times change and styles evolve but keeping a brand safe will make it recognizable across trends, whether it’s a trade mark, a design or a CIGI 💅.

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Since 1980, Pac-Man has evolved from a simple yellow shape into a global brand.
Its name, character and universe are protected by EUTMs, supporting its growth across generations.

Behind every high score… there’s IP🎮

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EUIPO is pleased to announce the publication of the first edition of the Guidelines for the examination of geographical indications for craft and industrial products.

Read the guidelines: https://t.co/FEkJQDXnEO