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EPO publishes grounds for its decision to refuse two patent applications naming a machine as inventor

http://www.epo.org/news-events/news/2020/20200128.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. The EPO has published its decision setting out the reasons for its recent refusal of two European patent applications in which an AI system was designated as the inventor.
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The EPO and representatives from EU Member States call for the speedy implementation of the Unitary Patent package

http://www.epo.org/news-events/news/2020/20200110.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. António Campinos, President of the EPO, and his team met today with the Chair and members of the executive group of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) Preparatory Committee, as well as with the... Continue reading
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Coordinating our response to AI and emerging technologies: five largest IP offices hold first joint task force meeting

http://www.epo.org/news-events/news/2020/20200117.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. The five largest intellectual property offices held the inaugural meeting of their joint Task Force on New Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence this week in Berlin.
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EPO refuses DABUS patent applications designating a machine inventor

http://www.epo.org/news-events/news/2019/20191220.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. The EPO has refused two European patent applications in which a machine was designated as inventor.
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EPO and ARIPO sign agreement on Reinforced Partnership

http://www.epo.org/news-events/news/2019/20191218.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. In an effort to enhance international co-operation in order to strengthen the global patent system, the EPO has signed a Reinforced Partnership agreement with the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO).
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Patent Orchestra and EPOlyphony choir celebrate Europe Day with virtual Ode to Joy

http://www.epo.org/news-issues/news/2020/20200508.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. In celebration of Europe Day on 9 May, the Patent Orchestra and EPOlyphony choir have recorded a virtual performance of Ode to Joy, the designated anthem of the occasion.
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EPO member states discuss co-operation and Covid-19 response at first virtual annual meeting

http://www.epo.org/news-issues/news/2020/20200505.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. Last week representatives of the EPO’s member states, and two future member states discussed their co-operation and how to best serve Europe’s innovators during the current crisis at their 14th annual meeting on... Continue reading
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Responding to COVID-19 – A joint message of support for inventors from the USPTO and EPO

http://www.epo.org/news-issues/news/2020/20200430.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. The coronavirus outbreak has changed our daily lives almost beyond recognition. The staff of the European Patent Office (EPO) and United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) stand in solidarity with everyone affected.
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World IP Day 2020: Innovate for a greener, healthier future

http://www.epo.org/news-issues/news/2020/20200424.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. The EPO joins IP offices in celebrating World IP Day. The 2020 edition is set against a period of great uncertainty and seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Climate change remains a growing concern, leaving humankind... Continue reading
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Patent research grants – call for proposals 2020

http://www.epo.org/news-issues/news/2020/20200421.html Content reproduced from the Website of the European Patent Office as permitted by their terms of use. The EPO is pleased to announce a new call for proposals for funding under its Academic Research Programme.