Intellectual property rights as part of Russia's countermeasures against economic sanctions?
The Russian Ministry of Economic Development has announced that Russian companies may use foreign IP – trade marks, design, copyright and patents – to minimise the effect of western sanctions against Russia, creating a basis for the sale of counterfeit products.
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Startups: Take advantage of IP Scan funding and analyse your IPR potential with an expert
Is your business in the early stages of growth and you need advice on securing your company’s intellectual property? IP Scan funding, granted by the European Union Intellectual Property Office EUIPO, is a good tool to analyse your IPR potential for the business and the value creation with the help of an IP expert.
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Brand owner: Take advantage of Business Finland's support for internationalisation and brand protection
Do you know what Business Finland funding can be used to protect your company's brand rights and to boost growth in international markets? The innovation voucher has received a lot of attention, but there are also other forms of support programs available for SMEs targeting export markets. It is worth remembering that it is possible to include costs related to IPR expert services, brand protection and commercialisation in the grant applications.
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SMEs! EU funding for trademark and design applications will continue
Did you know that SMEs can receive up to EUR 1,500 in EU funding for the official fees of their trademark or design applications? The SME Fund, managed by the European Union Intellectual Property Office EUIPO, will accept IPR voucher applications until December 16, 2022. The grant program will also continue in 2023. According to current information, the new application window will open in mid-January. The grant program will also continue in 2023. According to current information, the new application window will open in mid-January.
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Maria Puronvarsi: How I became a lawyer and an entrepreneur
Maria Puronvarsi, who recently settled from Helsinki to her hometown in Southern Ostrobothnia in Finland, is a lawyer and founding member of Kaulo & Partners, for whom entrepreneurship is a natural part of her personality.
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