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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260720T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260720T143000
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SUMMARY:Inventors’ Remuneration - Comparative Perspectives Italian\, Spanish and Portuguese
DESCRIPTION:Online\, 20 July 2026 \nLES Benelux is pleased to present the European Tour on Inventor’s Remuneration\, a lunchtime webinar series bringing together European LES societies to strengthen cross-border knowledge sharing on innovation and intellectual property rights management. \nThe second session of the series will take place on 20 July 2026 and will focus on the perspectives of Italy\, Spain\, and Portugal on inventor’s remuneration. \nSpeakers\nLES Italy \n\nMassimo Marcarini\, Sisvel\nGabriele Girardello\, Pavia e Ansaldo\n\nLES Spain–Portugal \n\nJosé Miguel Lissén\, Bird & Bird Spain\nVasco Stilwell de Andrade\, Morais Leitão Portugal\n\nModerator \n\nCarmen E. Correa M.\, Erasmus MC and President of LES Benelux\n\nRegistration Fees\n\nFree for LES members\n€75 for non-members\n\nThe series of webinars will explore how inventors’ remuneration is approached in different jurisdictions across EU\, focusing on legal frameworks\, practical implementation\, and challenges faced by companies\, researchers\, and IP professionals operating across borders. \nThis webinar will be of interest to any professional involved in innovation management and reward systems. \nI want to attend the webinar\nWe hope you will join us for this second webinar\, and follow the series as it travels (online) across Europe through our LES community. \nLooking forward to your participation  as LES BENELUX and LES Italy and LES Spain-Portugal combine efforts to make it possible. \n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/inventors-remuneration-comparative-perspectives-italian-spanish-and-portuguese
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260611T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260611T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20260520T085012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T085832Z
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SUMMARY:Evolving SEPs: legislation\, FRAND\, and global litigation trends 2026
DESCRIPTION:Online\, 11 June 2026 \nThis webinar provides an overview of SEPs and their role in underpinning connectivity standards across latest advanced technologies such as 5G\, IoT. It will address recent legislative developments\, with a focus on FRAND commitments and evolving licensing practices. \nThe discussion will examine key trends in global SEP litigation\, highlighting their impact on enforcement and licensing approaches\, as well as industry responses from a compliance perspective. It will conclude with an overview of current and anticipated regulatory developments shaping the SEP landscape. \nModerator \n\nValentina Piola\, LES Italy\n\nSpeakers \n\nGiovanni Ballocca\, CTO\, Sisvel Tech – Role of SEPs in standards across latest advanced technologies\nCarter Eltzroth\, Legal Director\, DVB Project – Recent legislative and FRAND developments\nChristian Harmsen\, Partner\, Bird & Bird LLP\, Germany – Recent trends in SEPs disputes across major jurisdictions\nMatteo Sabattini\, LESI Board Member and Sisvel’s Executive Head of Government Affairs – Future outlook and expected regulatory changes\nAlessandro Sanchini\, UPC Technical judge – Recent UPC case law \nKevin Scott\, Licensing Program Leader\, Philips – Industry perspective – How industry adapts licensing strategies\n\nThe webinar is reserved to LES Members \nTo register\nImportant Note \nThis webinar is held under the Chatham House Rule \nWhen a meeting\, or part thereof\, is held under the Chatham House Rule\, participants are free to use the information received\, but neither the identity nor the affiliation of the speaker(s)\, nor that of any other participant\, may be revealed – https://www.chathamhouse.org/about-us/chatham-house-rule \nFor additional information: media@les-italy.org
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/evolving-seps-legislation-frand-and-global-litigation-trends-2026
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260608T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20260525T075831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T143202Z
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SUMMARY:Evidence Collection and Preservation in Patent Infringement and Trade Secret Misappropriation Proceedings
DESCRIPTION:Milan/Online\, 8 June 2026 \nDownload the program (pdf) \nThe event aims to compare different jurisdictions in order to provide a comparative framework on evidence gathering in both patent and trade secret disputes\, highlighting the main features and challenges involved. The discussion will address the evidence collection tools available in the major jurisdictions\, the related operational risks\, and the key strategic considerations\, offering a practical overview for multi-jurisdictional litigation. \nFollowing an introduction to the main legal and technical aspects of the Italian “descrizione” proceedings under Article 129 of the Italian Industrial Property Code\, the event will compare the evidence collection and preservation systems currently adopted in France\, Germany\, the United States\, and the UPC. A final panel discussion dedicated to cross-border litigation will conclude the event. \nThe conference will feature leading international practitioners and experts from the legal\, patent\, and institutional sectors\, including representatives of the UPC Advisory Committee and UPC technically qualified judges. \nTo register\nThe event is free of charge for LES members and students of the Università degli Studi di Milano\, subject to prior registration. \nThird party registration fee is \n\n€150 + VAT for in-person participation\n€50 + VAT for online participation\n\nOnline participation is available only to foreign attendees \nFor more information: media@les-italy.org
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/evidence-collection-and-preservation-in-patent-infringement-and-trade-secret-misappropriation-proceedings
CATEGORIES:Events LES International
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260518T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260518T180000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20260316T103525Z
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SUMMARY:UPC +3 Years: A view on European Patent Litigation
DESCRIPTION:Munich\, 18 May 2026 \nThe next edition of the seminar series dedicated to the Unified Patent Court (UPC)\, jointly organized by LES Italy\, LES France\, and LES Germany\, will take place on 18 May at the German Patent and Trade Mark Office in Munich. \nThree years after the UPC became operational\, the event will bring together UPC judges and members of national judiciaries\, along with leading representatives from industry\, to discuss the most recent developments within the system. The seminar will also offer a comparative perspective on the requirement of inventive step\, a discussion of industry experiences\, and an informal conversation (“fireside chat”) focused on the Enforcement Directive. \nFurther details and registration information will be available shortly.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/upc-3-years-a-view-on-european-patent-litigation
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20251205T113951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T114027Z
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SUMMARY:2026 LES International Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Dublin\, 26-29 April 2026 \nLESI’s Annual Conference will focus on how innovation can lead to international impact and growth across all sectors. LESI 2026 will bring together key players and thought leaders to demonstrate how intellectual property acts as an international growth engine. \nThe meeting will be held in Dublin\, Ireland\, a fitting destination for the conference due to the country’s combination of strategic policies for business\, its stable economic environment\, and its ability to attract global talent. The country is a significant draw for multinationals and is a hub for tech giants and pharma companies. Ireland’s focus on education and innovation has produced a highly skilled workforce\, further attracting high-value industries as well as supporting the formation and growth of new rapid scaling enterprises. \nFor additional information 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/2026-les-international-annual-conference
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250926T075444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T135448Z
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SUMMARY:Succeeding at Technology Commercialisation and Negotiation (STCN)
DESCRIPTION:LES Italy and LES International\, with the support of the European Patent Office and the European IP Helpdesk\, are pleased to announce the upcoming LESI-EPO course\, hosted by the Politecnico di Milano: \nSucceeding at Technology Commercialisation and Negotiation (STCN) \n18–19 November 2025 \nMilan\, Italy \nThe event will feature expert-led sessions and an interactive masterclass on technology commercialization\, licensing\, and strategic negotiation\, designed to foster innovation\, business growth and new partnerships. \nDownload the program \nRegistrations are closed \n  \nACCOMODATION\nA limited number of rooms have been reserved at Hotel Palazzo Viridis (C.so di Porta Vittoria\, 51\, 20122 Milano). \nRates: \n\n€220.00 per night for a Superior DUS room (double room for single use)\n€235.00 per night for a Superior double room\nCity tax: €7.00 per person\, per night\n\nCancellation Policy: \n\nFree cancellation up to 48 hours before the arrival date (by 3:00 p.m.)\nIn case of no-show\, a penalty equal to 100% of the total stay will be charged\n\nTo take advantage of this special rate\, please book through the website www.palazzoviridis.com using the promotional code LES. \n  \nFor additional information\, please contact media@les-italy.org
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/succeeding-at-technology-commercialisation-and-negotiation-stcn
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20251031T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20251031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20251002T094854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T142658Z
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SUMMARY:The Protection of Know-How and Trade Secrets: A Cross-Border Comparison of the US\, Japan\, China\, Korea\, UK\, Germany\, and Italy with a Focus on Reverse Engineering in the AI Context
DESCRIPTION:Milan/Online\, 31 October 2025 \nAfter LES Italy General Assembly\, we are pleased to organize an international conference on “The Protection of Know-How and Trade Secrets: A Cross-Border Comparison of the US\, Japan\, China\, Korea\, UK\, Germany and Italy\, with a Focus on Reverse Engineering in the AI Context”. \nThe rapid evolution of artificial intelligence has intensified the legal debate around know-how and trade secret protection. This conference explores how Italian and international case law (US\, Japan\, China\, Korea\, UK\, and Germany) approach the boundaries between lawful acquisition\, reverse engineering\, and unfair competition. Special focus is given to the AI context\, where training data use\, contractual restrictions\, and model distillation raise new risks of misappropriation. Recent disputes such as Deepseek v. OpenAI illustrate the tension between innovation and protection: is AI distillation a legitimate technical process\, or a trade secret violation? By comparing divergent national approaches\, the talk highlights compliance pitfalls for cross-border actors and considers whether harmonization is possible. Attendees will gain a practical framework to understand evolving legal standards\, assess risks\, and anticipate litigation trends in this fast-changing field. \nFeatures speakers \n\nMattia Dalla Costa\, President of LES Italy\, CBA (moderator)\nBrian O’Shaughnessy\, Partner\, Dinsmore (US)\nAlida Zentai\, General Counsel\, Huawei (China)\nKenji Tosaki\, Partner Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu (Japan)\nSeungyeob Baik\, Founder\, Near & Wise IP Law Office (Korea)\nMichael Rüberg\, Attorney at law\, Boehmert & Boehmert  (Germany)\nToby Headdon\, Of Counsel\, Bristows (UK)\nAntonio Bana\, Partner\, Bana Avvocati Associati (Italy)\n\nThe conference will conclude with closing remarks by Jean Christophe Troussel\, President of LES International. \nThe event is free of charge and open to all. \nOnline access will be available for international attendees. \nTo register\nFor additional info: media@les-italy.org \n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/the-protection-of-know-how-and-trade-secrets-a-cross-border-comparison-of-the-us-japan-china-korea-uk-germany-and-italy-with-a-focus-on-reverse-engineering-in-the-ai-context
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250826T131846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T131922Z
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SUMMARY:LES USA & Canada 2025 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Boston (USA)\, 19-22 October 2025\nWe are planning an exciting program\, and we invite you to sign up early to get the best price available! We also invite you to watch these pages for updates as details of the 2025 program come into focus.  If you have been to or heard about prior LES meetings\, you know that they are rich in content\, great for networking and\, frankly\, just plain fun.  Our 2025 annual meeting in Boston will be all of these things\, too.  Like with our prior programs\, we will have keynotes\, panel discussions\, round tables and workshops of interest to all who are involved in IP and licensing\, from newbie to expert\, alike.  And\, to help our attendees stay ahead of the curve\, we will put special emphasis on creating and using strategic partnerships for IP development and market growth.  We are excited about the LES 2025 Annual Meeting\, in Boston\, and we hope you are\, too! \nFor additional info
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/les-usa-canada-2025-annual-meeting
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250108T133712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T084730Z
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SUMMARY:LES Pan European Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Hague (The Netherlands)\, 29-30 September 2025\nLES Benelux organises the 2025 LES Pan European Conference in Den Haag from September 29 till 30\, 2025. \nThe conference will be held on the occasion of LES BENELUX 50th anniversary and promises to be an enriching experience on the latest trends and developments around the theme “Intellectual Property Assets for Economic Growth“. \nStay tuned! For more details and registration: https://les-pan2025.org/
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/les-pan-european-conference
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250826T131339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T131339Z
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SUMMARY:LES China 2025 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Nexus on Silk Road – Shaping Licensing across the World \nXi’An (China)\, 23-24 September 2025 \n  \nLES China are proud to host its 2025 Annual Conference in Xi’an\, China with the theme “Innovation Nexus on Silk Road – Shaping Licensing across the World” on September 23 -24\, 2025. \n  \nJoin for: \n\nTrack Global Innovation Trends – Discover cutting-edge developments reshaping IP licensing worldwide.\nLearn from the Best – Gain actionable insights from policymakers and industry leaders on IP licensing practice.\nExpand Your Network – Connect with representatives from top tech companies and global licensing professionals to have a better view of IP commercialization landscape in China and unlock new commercialization opportunities.\nExperience Xi’an – Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of a city where ancient heritage meets modern innovation.\n\n  \nVIEW THE PROGRAM HERE.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/les-china-2025-annual-conference-2
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250826T125937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T130058Z
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SUMMARY:LES Scandinavia 2025 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Helsinki (Finland)\, 7-9 September 2025 \nLES Scandinavia’s 2025 Annual Conference is a must for innovators\, licensing and IP experts\, technologists\, lawyers and business leaders. This is the forum for those who want to deepen their understanding in technology trends\, licensing business\, litigation\, funding IP and litigation\, and various forms of intellectual property. And for those who want to network with recognized experts and colleagues in an international setting. \nThis year the conference will delve into a diverse array of compelling themes\, including: \n\nIntellectual Property and Licensing: Exploring the latest trends\, challenges\, and innovations in IP management\, licensing and protection as well as litigation\nDefense: Examining the critical issues and emerging trends in defense from the IP point of view. Discussions will focus on innovative technologies\, strategies\, policies\, and business aspects.\nSustainability: Addressing the urgent need for sustainable practices across various sectors and how IP can be involved. This theme will cover environmental impact\, resource efficiency\, and the implementation of green technologies to ensure a sustainable future from IP point of view.\nArtificial Intelligence (AI): Investigating the transformative potential of AI across IP industry highlighting cutting-edge research\, ethical considerations\, and practical applications.\n\nFor additional info
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/les-scandinavia-2025-annual-conference
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250609T095914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T125721Z
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SUMMARY:A Transatlantic Dialogue on IP
DESCRIPTION:Milan/Online\, June 20\, 2025 \nPalazzo delle Stelline – Sala PirelliCorso Magenta 59\, Milan \nDownload the full program (pdf) \nOn June 20th\, 2025\, the hybrid event “A Transatlantic Dialogue on IP” will take place at Palazzo delle Stelline (Sala Pirelli)\, organized by AIPLA in collaboration with the leading Italian associations active in the field of intellectual property\, including LES Italy. \nFollowing opening remarks from the presidents of AICIPI\, AIPPI\, FICPI\, LES\, Union IP\, and AIPLA\, the conference will feature a series of in-depth discussions on current issues in the international landscape of intellectual property protection: \n\nItalian Sounding: Navigating IP Enforcement Challenges in the USA and Europe\nTackling Greenwashing Across the Atlantic: Legal Frameworks in Europe vs. the USA\nTransatlantic Perspectives on ADR and Patents: Resolving Conflicts in the UPC System and in the USA\nTrends and New Developments in Case Law on Cross-Border Patent Litigation\nNavigating Ethical Challenges in AI: Regulatory and Deontological Perspectives from Europe and the USA\n\nRepresenting our association will be President Mattia Dalla Costa and Board Member Anna Maria Stein. \nREGISTRATION\nParticipation is free\, subject to registration and limited to available seats. \nI wish to attend the event\nCLE\nAccreditation for professional continuing education credits has been requested from the Milan Bar Association and the Italian Industrial Property Consultants Institute.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/a-transatlantic-dialogue-on-ip
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250526T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250526T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250415T082208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T095708Z
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SUMMARY:UPC Two Years Later: Case Law and Strategic Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Please register here\n  \nLES France\, LES Germany and LES Italy warmly invite you to our joint event – UPC TWO YEARS LATER: CASE LAW AND STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS – taking place in Paris on May 26th\, 2025. \nThis is a momentous occasion to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the UPC\, learn about UPC news and case law directly from the judges and industry leaders. \nJoin us for this milestone event in Europe as we explore the latest advances\, challenges and litigation in patent law. \n  \nPROGRAM\nh. 2.00 – 2.10 p.m. – OPENING/ORGANISATION \nFrédéric PORTAL\, President of LES France\, Gabriele MOHSLER\, President of LES Germany\, Mattia DALLA COSTA\, President of LES Italy \nPierre VERON\, Member of the Drafting Committee of the Rules of Procedure of the UPC \nh. 2.10 – 2.30 p.m. – KEYNOTE \nFlorence BUTIN\, President\, Court of First Instance (Paris) \nh. 2.30 – 4.00 p.m. –  FIRST PANEL: Views from the UPC Judges  \nIntroduction: Klaus GRABINSKI\, President of the UPC Court of Appeal and Chairperson of the Presidium (Luxembourg) \nCamille LIGNIERES\, Member of the Presidium\, Presiding Judge (Paris) \nRonny THOMAS\, Member of the Presidium\, Presiding Judge (Düsseldorf) \nAndrea POSTIGLIONE\, Presiding Judge\, Central Division (Milan) \nElisabetta PAPA\, Technically Qualified Judge\, Pool of Judges \nModerators: \nTilman MÜLLER-STOY\, UPC representative\, Attorney-at-Law \nJean-Hyacinthe DE MITRY\, UPC representative\, Attorney-at-Law \nh. 4.00 – 4.30 p.m. – COFFEE BREAK \nh. 4.30 – 6.20 p.m. – SECOND PANEL: Strategic considerations and experience from Industry \nArmin SCHWITULLA\, Lead Litigation Counsel EU\, NOKIA  \nThomas DREISER\, Senior Litigation Counsel\, HUAWEI \nMathilde RAULINE\, Head of Greater Europe Patent Litigation\, SANOFI \nPhilipp JAUCK\, Head of Intellectual Property Management & Regulatory Compliance\, SES-IMAGOTAG – VUSIONGROUP \nModerators: \nMattia DALLA COSTA\, UPC representative\, Attorney-at-Law \nDaan DE LANGE\, UPC representative\, Attorney-at-Law \nh. 6.20 – 6.30 p.m. – FINAL REMARKS \nJean-Christophe TROUSSEL\, President of LES International \n  \nThe conference will be followed by a Cocktail Reception
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/upc-two-years-later-case-law-and-strategic-considerations
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20240923T173406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T133818Z
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SUMMARY:2025 LES International Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:SMART CITIES\, SMARTER IP : IP and Licensing Strategies for Sustainable Smart Cities. \nSingapore\, 27-29 April 2025 \nSAVE THE DATE \nThrough data- and technology-driven initiatives\, Singapore has created a leading smart ecosystem that places citizens at its heart. It would be difficult to find a more spectacular or more fitting place to meet up and discuss new ways to adapt with new strategies in licensing and protecting IP in this ever-evolving environment. \n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/2025-les-international-annual-conference
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250113T164642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T164642Z
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SUMMARY:LESI YMC Asia-Pacific Conference
DESCRIPTION:Kuala Lumpur\, 25 April 2025 \nPerfectly located\, just an hour flight from Singapore! \nPerfectly timed\, just 2 days before the Annual Conference and 1 day before the IMDM. \nDon’t lose this unique opportunity to connect with global IP professionals and deepen your knowledge. \nStay tuned—more details coming soon!
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/lesi-ymc-asia-pacific-conference
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250402T183000
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SUMMARY:Patent Pools with Multiple Patent Holders in Standardized Technology
DESCRIPTION:Online\, April 2\, 2025 \nfrom 5 to 6:30pm CET  \n  \nNavigating the complexities of technology licensing\, particularly in rapidly evolving fields like wireless communications and IoT\, requires innovative solutions. This webinar explores the benefits of patent pools in fostering a balanced and sustainable innovation ecosystem. Patent pool advantages and practical applications will be discussed by a panel of patent owner\, implementer\, patent attorney and IP counsel. \nThe webinar will be moderated by Valentina Piola\, Sisvel’s Program Manager and Member of LES Italy board\, and includes 4 speakers\, representing: \n\nthe patent owner perspective — Harlod Barrault\, Orange\, Vice President\, Licensing\nthe implementer/licensee perspective — Kristian Sæther\, Nordic Semiconductor\, Product Director\, Long Range Business Unit\nthe patent attorney perspective – Matteo Baroni\, European and Italian Patent Attorney\, Metroconsult CEO\nthe legal perspective  — Giovanni Galimberti\, Bird&Bird\, Managing Partner and Head of Italian Intellectual Property department\n\n  \nRegistration\nThe webinar is reserved to LES Members \nI want to register to the webinar\n  \nSpeakers’ bio\nValentina Piola\, Program Manager\, Sisvel \nValentina Piola is a seasoned licensing professional with over 15 years’ experience at SISVEL Group\, where she began her career with the successful MPEG Audio licensing program. \nHolding a Master’s degree in Law from the University of Turin and a postgraduate degree in International Trade Law from the International Training Centre (ILO)\, she now leads global licensing programmes for cutting-edge technologies like VP9 and AV1 in the video codec area\, and recently MIOTY\, expanding her experience in the IoT space. \nShe is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP). \nValentina also serves on the board of LES Italy and she is a member of AICIPI and AIPPI. \n\nHarold Barrault\, Vice President Licensing\, Orange \nHarold Barrault was appointed VP Licensing at Orange Group in 2017\, in the Intellectual Property & Licensing department\, part of Orange Research. This fully integrated business unit manages patents\, licensing\, partnerships\, and all associated legal matters. His team specializes in patent licensing\, patent portfolio strategy\, and business intelligence. \nWith a background in business and information technology\, Harold brings over 25 years of international experience\, including expatriation in Silicon Valley\, Madagascar\, and Poland. \nPrior to his current role\, he led innovation initiatives for Orange affiliates in Spain\, England\, and Romania. His career includes diverse roles in information technology companies of all sizes\, from start-ups to large enterprises. He has held positions ranging from technical expert to product marketing\, large project management\, transformation programs\, business development\, managing director\, and entrepreneur. \n\nKristian Sæther\, Product Director\, Long Range Business Unit\, Nordic Semiconductor \nKristian serves as the product director in Nordic Semiconductor’s Long Range Business Unit. His product responsibilities cover product solutions and cloud services for cellular\, non-terrestrial\, and other low power wide area radio technologies. \nPassionate about pioneering technologies that promise to revolutionize industries\, he joined Nordic’s cellular team in 2019. Prior to his current role\, he accumulated 15 years of diverse experience from Atmel\, Microchip and Novelda\, where he held various positions in R&D\, applications\, marketing\, product\, and strategic management across different product lines. Kristian holds an M.Sc. in cybernetics from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. \n\nMatteo Baroni\, European and Italian Patent Attorney\, Metroconsult CEO \nSince 2012\, Matteo Baroni has worked as an Intellectual Property Consultant at Metroconsult. Until 2024\, he was the Director of the Milan office\, and he is currently the CEO of the firm. \nMatteo is a patent and trademark attorney registered before the European Patent Office (EPO)\, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)\, and the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM). \nHe has been involved in the IP field since 2000\, mainly handling patent matters in the electronics\, software\, and telecommunications sectors. He has gained significant experience in dealing with essential patents for several technological standards (e.g.: UMTS\, LTE\, x-DSL\, Wi-Fi\, DVB)\, both in the drafting and prosecution phases. He also provides technical support in opposition and litigation issues. Matteo also works on trademark and corporate design-related matters. \n\nGiovanni Galimberti\, Managing Partner and Head of Italian IP department @ Bird&Bird \nAs well as being one of the founding partners of our Italian operations\, Giovanni Galimberti is Managing Partner and head of Bird & Bird’s Italian Intellectual Property department. \nOffering expertise in all IP matters including patents\, trademarks\, design\, trade secrets\, copyright and unfair competition\, Giovanni leads the team assisting clients in sectors including life science\, electronics\, automotive mechanical and food & beverage. \nIn patent matters\, he has handled and coordinated numerous pan-European litigation for national and international clients in particular in life sciences & healthcare and tech & comms sectors both at national and UPC level. \nIn trademark matters\, Giovanni assists several Fortune 500 companies in the food sector and some consortia in disputes relating to infringement of their well-known trademarks\, geographical indications and appellations of origin. \nIn recent years\, he has contributed to Italian and European legal magazines in the field of patent and trademark law. \nHe is the President of EPLAW\, being also member of AIPPI\, AIPLA\, INTA\, LES.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/patent-pools-with-multiple-patent-holders-in-standardized-technology
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250313T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250313T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20250219T090825Z
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SUMMARY:Licensing of Data
DESCRIPTION:Online\, 13 March 2025  \nfrom 5 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. CET \nTailored for legal professionals and companies engaged in data licensing\, this webinar will explore key opportunities and challenges in the evolving data economy\, focusing on regulatory frameworks and contractual implications. \nThe webinar is organized by LES Italy in collaboration with the LESI Innovation Trends Committe and the Patent & Technology Licensing Committee of LES South Africa. \nIt will cover the following key topics: \n\nEU Regulatory Framework – Overview of the EU Data Act and its impact on data licensing\, including tensions with data protection\, intellectual property\, and trade secrets.\nContractual Considerations – Licensing strategies\, new EU rules on data access (FRAND principle)\, and transparency obligations.\nCase Study – Real-world application featuring Omnisient\, a data monetization start-up.\nGlobal Perspectives – Comparison of European and international best practices in data licensing.\n\nIt will be moderated by Antonio Di Bernardo\, President of Thinx and Treasurer of LES Italy\, and will feature the following expert speakers: \n\nArved Waltemathe\, Attorney-at-law\, Waltemathe Anwaltskanzlei\nAnnarita Nicoletto\, Legal Counsel\, EPFL\nMadelein Kleyn\, Chief Legal and Intellectual Property Officer\, Omnisient\n\nRegistration\nThe webinar is reserved to LES Members \nI want to register to the webinar\n  \nSpeakers’ bio\nArved Waltemathe\, Attorney-at-law\, Waltemathe Anwaltskanzlei \nDr. Arved Waltemathe\, LL.M. (LSE) is a German attorney-at-law\, who started his career more than 20 years ago with Lovells and founded his own boutique law firm in 2006. He advises on agreements and dispute resolution re. IT projects and technology transfer\, including software\, data and AI licensing. His clients are mainly multinational corporations in the health care\, software\, medical devices and automotive industry\, respectively. Since more than 15 years he is bar-certified specialist for intellectual property law. \n\nAnnarita Nicoletto\, Legal Counsel\, EPFL \nAnnarita is a qualified lawyer with over 15 years of international experience\, specializing in legal guidance for high-tech industries. She works primarily in the fields of digital technologies\, AI\, and scientific research\, partnering with interdisciplinary teams to drive innovation. \nShe began her career focusing on business and IP/IT law. As Web 2.0 emerged\, she shifted her attention to data-driven business models. \nAnnarita served long term as the in-house legal counsel for Blue Brain\, a top-ranked neuroscience research centre at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL)\, where she expanded her expertise in the areas of neuroscience\, big data\, digital models\, and supercomputing.  She graduated from the University of Padova in Italy and holds an LL.M. in IP Law from the University of Edinburgh and another LL.M. in International Business Law from the University of Zurich. \n\nMadelein Kleyn\, Chief Legal and Intellectual Property Officer\, Omnisient \nDr. Madelein Kleyn is a Registered South African Patent attorney. She has more than 30 years experience as in- house IP counsel that includes 17 years at Sasol Limited an International petrochemical company\, 12 years at Oro Agri International Limited (now Rovensa Next) an international agri company\, followed by 4 years as director of Technology Transfer at Innovus\, Stellenbosch University. She is presently the Chief Intellectual Property and Legal Officer at Omnisient (Pty) Ltd\, a fintech start up specialising in privacy enhancing software and the licensing and monetization of data. \nMadelein is also the CEO and founder of Mad K IP Consulting (Pty) Ltd which core business is advisor services relating to IP strategy\, IP protection mechanisms\, commercial aspects of IP. \nMadelein holds the following qualifications: \n\nBSc Chem Eng\, BProc\, LLB\, LLM (Tax law)\, PhD (Intellectual Property law)\nAttorney of the High Court of South Africa\nRegistered South African patent attorney\nRegistered Technology Transfer Professional\n\n  \n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/licensing-of-data
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250204T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
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SUMMARY:Economic Forces Driving Royalty and Audit Clauses in License and R&D Dealmaking
DESCRIPTION:Overcoming Some Main Hurdles in Settling Conflicting Interests \nOnline\, January 14\, 2024 \nstarting at 5.00 p.m. CET/11.00 a.m. EST \n  \nThe 2nd webinar of the Licensing Academy by LES Italia explores the economic dynamics shaping royalty and audit clauses in licensing and research & development (R&D) dealmaking\, emphasizing strategies to address conflicting interests. \nThe session offers valuable insights into data-driven decision-making for intellectual property transactions\, leveraging on tools like LES Royalty Survey Reports to optimize monetization strategies\, also including practical examples. Additionally\, the session explores key considerations for auditors\, providing guidance on drafting effective audit clauses to ensure compliance and transparency. Finally\, it examines technology transfer agreements in the life sciences sector\, with a focus on balancing the unique priorities of the public and private sectors. \n  \nSPEAKERS:\n\nAndrea Vestita\, Syntagma (Chairman)\nJack Lu\, IPMAP\, Bob Held\, Held Intellectual Property\, LLC\, and Michael Perham\, Howard Hughes Medical Institute\, Janelia Research Campus – Data-Driven Decision-Making for IP Licensing and Transactions: Use LES Royalty Survey Reports and Other Data Sources to Guide Monetization Campaigns\nDaniele Catasso\, Crowe-Bompani SpA – Audit Clauses in Licensing and R&D Dealmaking: What the Auditors need\nMarino Zerial\, Fondazione Human Technopole – Life Sciences Technology Transfer Deals from Public Research Bodies Towards Private Entities: Settling Conflicting Interests\n\n\nI want to register to the webinar\n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/economic-forces-driving-royalty-and-audit-clauses-in-license-and-rd-dealmaking
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20241123T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20241126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20241107T152536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T133858Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Asia Pacific Regional Conference - Licensing 3.0 for an Artificially Intelligent Universe
DESCRIPTION:New Delhi (India)\, 23-26 November 2024 \nThis conference will focus on the immense potential of technology. From democratising healthcare\, industrial efficiencies and education accessibility\, technology paves the way for newer opportunities and market creation. \nIts multidimensional benefits to industry\, society\, and the environment cannot be overlooked. Technology’s critical role in nation-building must be observed closely against the backdrop of ethics\, morality\, responsibility and liabilities. Are we ready for an Artificially Intelligent Universe\, The Universe 3.0.? A world where machines communicate more than humans\, where data outlives people\, computing is quicker than a heartbeat\, and reality is more virtual than real! \nFor additional information: Licensing Executive Society International | APAC Conference 2024
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/2024-asia-pacific-regional-conference-licensing-3-0-for-an-artificially-intelligent-universe
CATEGORIES:Events LES International
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
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SUMMARY:YMC 2024 Pan-European Conference & LES100 Course
DESCRIPTION:Vienna\, 14-15 November 2024 \nThe LESI YMC Pan-European Conference will take place in Vienna on 15th of November\, as well as a LES100 course the day before. \nThe LESI YMC Pan-European Conference on 15.11.24 in Vienna is entitled ‘The IP-Business Nexus: Illuminating the Intersection of Innovation and Strategic Management’\, with a keynote speech by Branimir Puškarić\, IP Manager at Rimac Technology\, and is primarily aimed at members under the age of 40 (invitation and programme available for download here and attached). Registration is possible at ymcpaneurope.lesi.org. \nFor companies and law firms who would like to support our event and position themselves in this area\, I am also enclosing our sponsorship brochure with detailed options. \nParticipation in the LES100\, LESI’s basic IP and licensing course on 14.11.24 in Vienna (invitation and programme available for download here and attached) is open to all members and non-members.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/ymc-2024-pan-european-conference-les100-course
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20241020T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20241023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20240921T105438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T125534Z
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SUMMARY:LES USA&Canada Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Better Living Through Intellectual Property – Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler \nNew Orleans (USA)\, 20-23 October 2024 \nOur program offers something for everyone\, including sessions on utilizing the International Trade Commission to enforce your IP rights – exclusion orders etc.\, branding\, IP ownership in Life Sciences\, Life Sciences spinouts\, the use of data in complex SEP licensing\, the U.S. manufacturing requirement of the Bayh-Dole act\, using Big Data to improve R&D\, negotiations\, top licensing mistakes\, content specifically focused on Emerging Leaders\, career advice for those starting in their licensing career\, to more advanced topics at the frontier of AI\, partnerships across industries\, trends in brand valuation\, litigation finance\, recent legal and legislative updates from the U.S. and Europe\, and MORE! \nIn addition\, the conference dates coincide with the famous annual New Orleans Halloween Parade taking place on Saturday night October 19! The parade is a fun-filled event of floats and cheer that will go right by our Marriott hotel. \nNew Orleans is world-renowned for its distinctive music\, Creole cuisine\, unique dialects\, and its annual celebrations and festivals\, most notably Mardi Gras. The historic heart of the city is the French Quarter\, known for its French and Spanish Creole architecture and vibrant nightlife along Bourbon Street.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/les-usacanada-annual-conference
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240924T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
CREATED:20240916T140726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T155840Z
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SUMMARY:Top 10 Court Decisions of the Year Affecting Licensing in US and Europe
DESCRIPTION:Online\, 24 September 2024 \nStarting at 5 p.m. CET \n  \nLES Italia is pleased to host the upcoming webinar titled ‘Top 10 Court Decisions of the Year Affecting Licensing in US and Europe’ on September 24th. \nThe event will be moderated by Mattia Dalla Costa\, Vice President of LES Italia and LES International. Featured speakers include Russell Levine\, partner at Kirkland & Ellis in Chicago\, along with his colleagues Jenny Wilson\, Corina Demeter-Olive\, and Stephen Coudounaris from the firm’s Technology and IP Transactions team based in London. \nThis webinar is free of charge and exclusively available to LES members. \nTo register\nFor more information\, please contact: media@les-italy.org \n  \n\nSpeakers’ Bio\nRussell Levine is a Partner at Kirkland & Ellis in Chicago where he has spent his entire 38+ year career. He focuses his practice on patent infringement and trade secret misappropriation matters\, and disputes involving and related to technology transfer and patent license agreements. He’s a Certified Licensing Professional and his practice includes structuring and negotiating both licensing-in and licensing-out transactions.  He currently is a member of the Board of LES International and a Past-President of LES (USA and Canada).  His “Top 10 Court Decisions of the Year” workshop at the LES Annual Meeting\, and at the AUTM Annual Meeting\, is consistently standing room only. \n  \nJenny Wilson is a partner in Kirkland & Ellis’ Technology and IP Transactions in London\, and is experienced in advising clients on the complex IP\, information technology and data protection issues that arise in corporate transactions. Jenny previously worked as an in-house IP lawyer with Virgin Enterprises Limited\, where she worked closely with the brand and investment teams in overseeing the protection and licensing of the Virgin brand internationally across Virgin’s diverse portfolio of companies. \n  \nCorina Demeter-Olive is an associate in the Technology and IP Transactions team at Kirkland & Ellis\, in London. Corina advises clients on the IP\, IT and privacy aspects of corporate transactions\, as well as various IP and technology licensing and transfer matters. \n  \nStephen Coudounaris is also an associate in Kirkland & Ellis’ Technology and IP Transactions team in London. Stephen similarly advises clients on the full spectrum of IP\, IT and data privacy elements of complex corporate transactions and other commercial arrangements\, including IP and technology licensing matters. \n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/top-10-court-decisions-of-the-year-affecting-licensing-in-us-and-europe
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240604T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240731T170000
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SUMMARY:LES ITALIA 2024 STUDY AWARD
DESCRIPTION:LES Italia is proud to announce the opening of the LES Italia 2024 Study Award\, aimed at recognizing the best theses on Intellectual Property. \n  \nAbout Us \nLES Italia is the Italian Chapter of the Licensing Executives Society (LES)\, a non-profit international association active in the field of Intellectual Property rights and licensing. \nThe association\, which includes more than 500 members representing major companies\, industrial and research organizations\, law and IP firms\, aims to promote and encourage studies and opportunities for meetings among various sector operators at domestic and international levels. It also disseminates information\, opinions\, and publications on Intellectual Property matters. \n  \nAward Description \nTo foster interest and awareness among young students regarding Intellectual Property\, and to promote new studies and reflections on this topic\, LES Italia is offering three Study Awards to three authors who will present the best unpublished theses on Intellectual Property. \nRead the full announcement of the Study Award (pdf) \n  \nEligibility Requirements \nIndividuals who meet the following criteria are eligible to participate in the LES Italia Study Award 2024: \n\nHave written an essay in Italian or English language on Intellectual Property that is unpublished at the time of the submission of the application;\nAre not older than 35 years at the time of application submission;\nAre not members of the LES Italia Executive Committee\, nor have any family relationships\, affinities with any members.\n\n  \nApplication Procedure \nThe application must include: \n\nThe applicant’s first name\, surname\, place and date of birth\, address\, tax code\, telephone number and e-mail address;\nApplicant’s Curriculum Vitae and a certificate of completed studies with a list of academic examinations obtained;\nAn electronic copy of the essay and a bilingual Italian/English abstract of maximum 800/1000 words;\nBe sent no later than July 31\, 2024\, by e-mail and/or PEC to the following addresses:\n\nSegreteria LES Italia \nVia Durinig 20 (c/o Studio Legale Sutti) \nMilano CAP 20121 \nEmail: segreteria@les-italy.org \nPEC: les-italy@pec.it \n  \nSelection Process and Awarding \nApplications submitted by the aforementioned deadline will be evaluated by a judging committee composed of 4 (four) members appointed by the Executive Committee: a university professor\, a lawyer\, an Industrial Property consultant\, and a representative from the industry. \nThe judging committee will meet as soon as possible after the submission deadline\, appoint a president and define the meeting schedule for awarding the prizes within the terms indicated below. Should a tie occur\, the president’s vote will be double counted. \nThe committee will evaluate the submissions and rank the top 3 (three) best essays which will respectively receive a study award worth: \n1st prize = € 5.000\,00 \n2nd prize = € 3.000\,00 \n3rd prize = € 2.000\,00 \nThe award ceremony will take place on October 29\, 2024\, during the annual assembly of LES Italia. \nThe essays will be published on the LES Italia website in a special edition; “I quaderni di LES Italia” (www.les-italy.org). They may also be published in LES Nouvelles\, the specialized magazine of LES International sent quarter to over 10.000 LES members worldwide\, if deemed worthy of publication and written in English language. \n  \nContacts and Information \nFor more details\, visit www.les-italy.org or contact the LES Italia Secretariat via email at segreteria@les-italy.org or by phone at +39 02 762041.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/les-italia-2024-study-award
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Events LES Italy,Evidence
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240530T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240530T183000
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE - UPC One Year Later: A First Overview
DESCRIPTION:Milan/Online\, 3 May 2024 \nUniversità degli Studi di Milano \nSala Napoleonica \nfrom 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. CET \nAll our esteemed members are warmly invited by LES Italy\, LES Germany and LES France to our joint event – UPC ONE YEAR LATER: A FIRST OVERVIEW – taking place in Milan\, Italy on May 30\, 2024. \nThis is momentous occasion to celebrate the 1st anniversary of the UPC and the opening of the new Section of the Central Division in Milan. \nJoin us on the eve of this landmark event as we delve into the latest developments\, challenges\, and innovations shaping the future of patent law in Europe. \nPROGRAM\nh. 2.00 p.m. – OPENING \nMattia DALLA COSTA\, Vice President LES Italy and LES International \nRinaldo PLEBANI\, Frédéric PORTAL\, Gabriele MOHSLER\, Presidents of LES Italy\, France and Germany \nh. 2.10 p.m. – KEYNOTE \nKlaus GRABINSKI\, President of the UPC Court of Appeal and Chairperson of the Presidium (Luxembourg) \nh. 2.30 p.m. – FIRST PANEL Views from the UPC Judges \nModerators: \nAnne Charlotte LE BIHAN\, Bird & Bird \nTilman MÜLLER\, Bardehle Pagenberg \nSpeakers: \nFlorence BUTIN\, President\, Court of First Instance (Paris) \nPierluigi PERROTTI\, Judge\, Court of First Instance (Milano) \nPaolo CATALLOZZI\, Judge\, Court of First Instance (Paris) \nRonny THOMAS\, Member of the Presidium\, Presiding Judge (Düsseldorf) \nAndrea PERRONACE\, Technically Qualified Judge \nh. 4.00 p.m. – COFFEE BREAK \nh. 4.30 p.m. – Marina TAVASSI\, Member of the Expert Panel for the RoP\, Coordinator of the Italian Tavolo Tecnico TUB \nh. 4.45 p.m. – SECOND PANEL: Views from the Industry \nModerators: \nSergio LASCA\, Head of IP – Patents & Know How\, Pirelli \nClemens HEUSCH\, Nokia\, Head of litigation \nSpeakers: \nSophie PASQUIER\, Senior Director\, Principal Licensing Counsel-Royal Philips \nGianluca PREVITI\, Head of Intellectual Property\, IVECO Group \nValérie BITAUD\, IP Department\, Senior Director\, BioMérieux \nAnne Julia MEINEL\, Head of Support Function DC Patents\, Roche Diabetes Care \nh. 6.20 p.m. – FINAL REMARKS \nMassimo SCUFFI\, Member of the Advisory Committe UPC\, President emeritus IPJA – Intellectual property judges Association \n  \nThe conference will be followed by a Cocktail Reception \n  \nREGISTRATION \nThe event is free for all LES International Members. \nThe registration fee for Non-LES Members is: \n183 euro to attend in person\n100 euro to attend online\nThe participation fee is required to cover the event organization expenses and catering. \nTo attend in person \nAs we’re nearing full capacity for in-person attendance\, to register please send an email to media@les-italy.org to assess remaining availability. \nTo attend remotly \nFor additional information\, please contact: media@les-italy.org \n 
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/save-the-date-upc-one-year-later-a-first-overview
LOCATION:Milano/Online
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20260826T162403
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T135909Z
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SUMMARY:2024 LES International Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Madrid\, 28 – 30 April 2024 \nWelcome to a New World \nAn economy driven by data\, the tokenization of business models\, the new internet architecture (web 3)\, the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence\, and the emergence of decentralized management models affecting us all. If we are to embrace the opportunities of this new reality\, technology transfer and licensing professionals must be aware of how these changes impact their professional activity to best help innovators and investors to succeed.
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/2024-les-international-annual-conference
LOCATION:Madrid\, Spagna
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240316
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SUMMARY:High Growth Business Conference
DESCRIPTION:Online\, 15 March 2024 \nHigh-growth technology businesses (HTB) are key players in using intellectual assets to foster innovation. They are major drivers of economic growth and job creation. \nThe High-growth technology business conference aims to support business decision makers in technology driven businesses (especially in SMEs) by sharing how intellectual property can support their business. \nOrganised by the European Patent Academy of the European Patent Office (EPO) and the Licensing Executives Society (LES)\, it is planned as a virtual\, free of charge conference held in one morning session. \nThis conference is specially designed for business decision makers and associated IP professionals. \n  \nMore information \n​​HTB conference 2024 – Global Perspectives​ | Epo.org
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/__trashed
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240316
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SUMMARY:LESI YMC Pan-American and LESI Americas Committee Conference "Celebrating Innovation in the Marvelous City"
DESCRIPTION:Rio de Janeiro\, 14 – 15 Mar\, 2024 \nJoint LESI YMC Pan-American and LESI Americas Committee Conference “Celebrating Innovation in the Marvelous City” \nA two-day event organized by the LESI Americas & LESI Young Members Congress (YMC) Committees \nIt is with great pleasure that LESI invite its members to join us in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro on March 14-15 for a spectacular joint event hosted by the Americas and YMC Committees. Embracing the theme “Carnival of the Future: Celebrating Innovation in the Marvelous City\,” this gathering promises to be an exhilarating exploration of cutting-edge advancements in technology and industry. The event will encompass an array of enriching sessions delving into pivotal subjects such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, blockchain\, energy transition\, agriculture innovation\, food\, and sports. \nThis unique gathering will provide a platform for attendees to engage in thought-provoking discussions\, exchange groundbreaking ideas\, and forge invaluable connections within the global intellectual property community. Rio de Janeiro\, renowned for its captivating energy and cultural diversity\, will set the stage for a truly inspiring convergence of minds. Join us as we uncover the limitless potential of innovation while reveling in the spirit of the world’s most iconic Carnival city. \nWe look forward to seeing you at this event\, where expertise meets celebration\, and innovation intertwines with tradition!
URL:https://les-italy.org/en/evento/lesi-ymc-pan-american-and-lesi-americas-committee-conference-celebrating-innovation-in-the-marvelous-city
LOCATION:Rio de Janeiro\, Rio de Janeiro\, Brasile
CATEGORIES:Events LES International,Evidence
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