UK IPO Trade Mark Opposition Decision O/0233/26

The UK Intellectual Property Office has issued a trade mark opposition decision (O/0233/26) by Hearing Officer Mr Andrea Rossi. The decision addresses grounds related to earlier trade marks, dilution, and revocation based on genuine use and variant forms of marks across multiple classes.

UK IPO Trade Mark Invalidity Decision O/0232/26

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) issued a trade mark invalidity decision (O/0232/26) concerning the marks 'LovetoLend', 'LovetoLend (Series of Two)', and '#WELOVETOLEND'. The decision found the marks to be invalid on grounds of descriptiveness and distinctiveness, and also considered earlier trade marks.

Vitol Inc. Electric Energy Transmission Authorization Renewal Application

The Department of Energy has published a notice regarding an application from Vitol Inc. for the renewal of its authorization to transmit electric energy from the United States to Canada. The application seeks to continue this authorization for an additional five-year term under the Federal Power Act.

DOE EM SSAB Paducah Meeting Notice

The Department of Energy (DOE) is issuing a notice for an upcoming open meeting of the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) in Paducah. The meeting will be held in-person and via livestream on February 19, 2026, to discuss clean-up activities, waste management, and other environmental program components.

DOE Oak Ridge EM SSAB Public Meeting Announcement

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing an open meeting for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, scheduled for March 11, 2026. The meeting will cover clean-up activities, waste management, and other environmental restoration issues.

DOE EM SSAB Northern New Mexico Meeting Public Comment Notice

The Department of Energy (DOE) is announcing an open virtual meeting for the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) in Northern New Mexico. The meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026, and will include presentations, agency updates, and a public comment period.

DOE Seeks Comment on BPA Security Information Collection Extension

The Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking public comment on a three-year extension of its BPA Security information collection request, OMB Control Number 1910-5188. This collection is used to manage access to BPA facilities and report security incidents. Comments are due by April 20, 2026.

Webinar Series: SMEs Protecting Brands Internationally

WIPO and the European Commission's International IP SME Helpdesks have launched a new webinar series to assist Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in protecting their trademarks and designs internationally. The first webinar, scheduled for March 26, 2026, will focus on protecting trademarks in China and the ASEAN region.

Madrid System Webinars: Legal Updates and Filing Strategies

WIPO is offering a series of webinars in February and March 2026 covering legal updates and practical tips for the Madrid System for international trademark protection. The webinars will address recent changes, new member states, and future developments, as well as strategies for using the eMadrid filing system.

Grenada Joins WIPO Madrid System

Grenada has joined the WIPO Madrid System, expanding the international trademark registration network to 132 countries. The accession becomes effective on March 15, 2026, allowing businesses in Grenada to seek international trademark protection and foreign trademark holders to designate Grenada.