USA By Mia GarciaNovember 1, 2025Japan Patent Office Rejects Nintendo’s Bid to Patent Beloved PokĂ©mon Capture Mechanic The Japan Patent Office has rejected Nintendo’s patent application for its legendary PokĂ©mon capture mechanic, declaring it lacks originality. This decision marks a significant turning point in the battle over gaming IP rights enforcement
United Kingdom By Samuel BrownJune 5, 2025UK UPC Local Division Sets Clear Boundaries for Patent Revocation Counterclaims The UPC Local Division has now set a groundbreaking precedent by clearly defining the scope of counterclaims for revocation in patent cases, reshaping how challenges are handled within Unified Patent Court proceedings in the UK