The Global IP Magazine – January 2026 Edition Is Out Now

Firstly, we are delighted to welcome you to the first 2026 edition of The Global IP Magazine, marking an important milestone in our journey. From this issue forward, the publication formerly known as The Global IP Matrix Magazine officially transitions to The Global IP Magazine, a rebrand that reflects both our growth and our renewed commitment to delivering authoritative, globally relevant intellectual property insight with clarity, depth, and focus.

Since launching in 2018, the publication has become a trusted voice within the international IP community, recognised by leading law firms, in-house counsel, innovators, and service providers worldwide, and consistently ranked first on Google for “intellectual property magazine”. This new identity signals the next phase of our evolution, uniting our editorial mission under a more focused and unified global brand dedicated to capturing the full spectrum of IP innovation, strategy, and industry direction.

For this new issue, our cover feature is written by Hady M. Khawand, Founder and CEO of AIP Genius, who explores the future of human-AI collaboration in IP services. His article examines how advanced technologies can strengthen analytical capabilities while enhancing, rather than replacing, human judgement and strategic decision-making, an essential perspective as digital transformation accelerates across the IP sector.

From Puerto Rico, Eugenio J. Torres Oyola and Karla-In Encarnación Pak of Ferraiuoli LLC present a topical analysis of the legal realities of dupe culture. Their contribution explores the commercial and legal tensions surrounding lookalike products and trade dress imitation, offering guidance on how brands can protect identity, reputation, and value in an increasingly trend-driven digital marketplace.

Turning to copyright, Anomi Wanigasekera and Sabeera Shariff of Julius and Creasy examine a landmark Supreme Court ruling from Sri Lanka involving the works of Clarence Wijewardene. Their article analyses how the judgment clarified economic and moral rights, infringement standards, and available remedies, providing important insight into the future direction of copyright jurisprudence in the region.

Alongside these features, this edition includes a wide range of contributions from IP practitioners and industry leaders worldwide, covering trademarks, patents, enforcement, commercial strategy, and innovation.

We extend our sincere thanks to our authors for sharing their expertise, and to you, our readers, for being part of this growing global IP community. We hope the conversations sparked by this issue inspire collaboration, innovation, and continued progress across the intellectual property landscape.

Explore the January 2026 edition and discover perspectives shaping the future of IP.

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Host:

Michele Katz

Founder & CEO

Advitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USA

Guest: Adriana Barrera
Founder and Managing Partner
BARLAW - Barrera & Asociados, Perú

We are excited to continue Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 3, featuring an engaging conversation with Adriana Barrera, Founder and Managing Partner of BARLAW - Barrera & Asociados in Peru. Adriana joins our host, Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP, to discuss the dynamic world of non-traditional trademarks and the unique advantages of the IP landscape in the Andean region, insights she shares in her featured article in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025.

In this episode, Adriana reflects on her impressive 30-year career in intellectual property, sharing the humorous story of how she first entered the field to avoid traffic jams in Lima! She provides a masterclass on the Andean Community (CAN), explaining how member nations like Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia harmonise their IP laws through "Decisions." Adriana highlights the strategic benefits of this regional alignment, such as the ability to use evidence from one member country to support oppositions or defend against non-use cancellations in another.

A key focus of the discussion is the protection of non-traditional trademarks, including motion, sound, and colour marks. Adriana explains why Peru is a global "fast lane" for brand owners, often securing registrations in as little as 5 months. She also sheds light on when "secondary meaning" or acquired distinctiveness is necessary for protection in Latin America.

Click here to read Adriana’s full article.

Tune in now to learn why global brands are looking to the Andean region as a primary stage for IP protection and to hear Adriana’s inspiring professional mantra: "El cielo es el límite" (The sky is the limit).

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Host:

Michele Katz

Founding Partner

Advitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USA

Guest: Sue Leslie

Digital Media Marketing

Patworld, UK

We are excited to present Episode 2 of Season 5 of The Women’s IP World Podcast, featuring a conversation with Sue Leslie, the Digital Marketing Manager at Patworld, a UK-based patent, trademark, and design search company. Sue joins our host, Michelle Katz, Founding Partner of Advitam IP, to discuss the essential role of specialised IP searching and the importance of making intellectual property (IP) accessible to all innovators.

Drawing on her nearly ten years in the IP sector, Sue clarifies Patworld's vital role: providing the critical research, the "cleaning of the windows so people can see what's out there" for global clients, enabling them to make informed IP decisions. She introduces Patworld's revised and more accessible Introduction to Patent Searching course, which now utilises the free-to-use Espacenet database (E S P A C E N E T), empowering listeners to conduct their own initial searches.

Sue emphasises the collaboration between technical experts and communicators to ensure IP content is accurate and welcoming, concluding with her encouraging mantra: "Keep learning."

Special Offer for Listeners: Patworld is extending a 20% discount on the Introduction to Patent Searching course to all podcast listeners. To redeem this offer, please apply the discount code 20offpwv2 during the checkout process for the course. Further information can be found at www.patworld-elearning.thinkific.com or by contacting e-learning@patworld.com.

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Tune in now to hear Sue's expert guidance on demystifying patent searching, how to use accessible resources like Espacenet, and the importance of education in helping innovators and brand owners stay protected and informed in the evolving IP landscape.

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Host:
Michele Katz
Founder & CEO
Advitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USA

Guest: Terita Kalloo
Attorney-at-Law
Terita Kalloo Law, Trinidad & Tobago

We are excited to launch Season 5 of the Women’s IP World Podcast with Episode 1, featuring an insightful conversation with Terita Kalloo, Attorney-at-Law and founder of Terita Kalloo Law in Trinidad & Tobago. Terita joins our host Michele Katz, Founding Partner at Advitam IP, to discuss her forward-thinking perspectives on digital fashion, innovation, and the evolving challenges shaping the global IP landscape topics she explores in depth in her article published in the Women’s IP World Annual 2025.

In this episode, Terita draws on her PhD research to explain how the metaverse is transforming fashion through virtual products, NFTs, and immersive digital experiences, while also creating complex IP risks such as counterfeit virtual goods and unauthorised trademark use. She highlights how early adopters in the industry have tested new digital models and why even brands not active in virtual spaces must still consider protection strategies. Practising across the Caribbean, she emphasises the need for proactive IP management in this evolving environment and concludes with her guiding mantra: “what’s for you is for you.”

Click here to read Terita's full article.

Tune in now to hear Terita’s vision for the future of IP in the fashion-tech era and her expert guidance on how brand owners can stay protected, agile, and innovative in the digital age.

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The Global IP Matrix Magazine 23rd Edition – AIPPI World Congress 2025 Special Edition Is Out Now!

We are proud to present Issue 23 of The Global IP Matrix, a special edition dedicated to the AIPPI World Congress 2025 in Japan. As one of the most important gatherings for intellectual property professionals worldwide, the Congress provides a vital platform to exchange ideas, challenge perspectives, and foster international collaboration.

This edition features a headline article by Kenichi Nakajima of Clarivate, who delivers a masterclass on The Power of Patent Data in Research and Business Strategy. His contribution explores how enriched patent datasets and advanced analytics are transforming decision-making for corporations, universities, and policymakers—a timely perspective in today’s fast-moving innovation ecosystems.

From Latin America, Adriana Barrera of BARLAW – Barrera & Asociados examines landlord liability in trademark infringement cases in Peru, outlining how accountability for property owners can strengthen enforcement, disrupt counterfeit supply chains, and protect brand integrity.

We also shine a light on the creative economy in West Africa, where Sarah Norkor Anku of SN Anku IP Firm analyses the realities of copyright enforcement in Ghana and Nigeria. Her article highlights the legislative gaps, cultural perceptions, and enforcement challenges fuelling digital piracy, while offering practical recommendations to strengthen protection in the digital era.

Alongside these features, this edition includes a wide range of contributions spanning patents, trademarks, and copyright, as well as jurisdiction-specific updates and commentary on emerging challenges within the IP landscape.

We extend our deepest thanks to the authors and experts who have shared their knowledge, and to you, our readers, for being part of this growing global IP community. Their insights, and your engagement, continue to drive meaningful dialogue and progress in the field of intellectual property.

Explore the latest issue and discover perspectives shaping the future of IP.

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For editorial submissions or branding enquiries, please contact us at info@gipmatrix.com or call +44 (0)203 813 0457 or visit our website: www.gipmatrix.com.

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Host:
Michele Katz
Founder & CEO
Advitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USA

Guest:
Elleson Fraenk
Attorney and Founder
Vision Legalis Advocaten, Republic of Suriname

In Episode 8 of Season 4 of the Women’s IP World Podcast, Michele Katz speaks with Elleson Fraenk, founder of Vision Legalis Advocaten in Suriname. Together, they explore the legal framework and evolving IP landscape of Suriname, a small but culturally rich South American nation with Caribbean ties.

Elleson expands on her article, “Trademark Protection in Suriname”, featured in the Women’s IP World Annual 2024. She provides a detailed overview of Suriname’s IP environment, including the country’s reliance on an amended 1912 trademark law, its “first-to-use” legal doctrine, and the opportunities and challenges presented by its outdated but strategically advantageous registry system.

She also discusses how Suriname’s lack of a service mark registration system impacts local businesses and how efforts are underway to modernise legislation, with Elleson herself contributing to a new draft law that could change the landscape for service providers in the region.

Whether you're new to Suriname’s IP structure or seeking to expand your brand in the Caribbean region, this episode offers a rare and insightful look at a jurisdiction that is often overlooked yet increasingly relevant as foreign investment grows.

Read Elleson’s full article.

If you would like to be part of The Women’s IP World Annual 2026 and join our podcast, please contact us at:
Email: info@womensipworld.com
Phone: +44 (0)203 813 0457
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For more information on IP services from Michele S. Katz and Advitam IP, Visit: www.advitamip.com

Connect with Elleson Fraenk:
Founder at Vision Legalis Advocaten
Website: www.visionlegalis.com

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The Global IP Matrix Magazine 22nd Edition – INTA Special Edition Is Out Now!

We are proud to unveil Issue 22 of The Global IP Matrix, a special edition dedicated to the International Trademark Association (INTA) Conference. This edition captures the dynamic evolution of the intellectual property landscape as it converges with global innovation, enforcement strategies, and policy developments.

As the INTA Conference continues to serve as a key platform for trademark professionals and IP leaders worldwide, this issue reflects the forward-thinking dialogue and collaboration that define the event. Inside, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of articles addressing the most critical topics shaping the future of IP.

One of the central themes in this edition is the rising influence of artificial intelligence within the IP space. Our expert contributors explore how AI is redefining patent systems, the implications of AI-generated content in copyright law, and the ethical questions surrounding this rapid transformation.

Another key focus is cross-border enforcement and the global spread of counterfeits. As counterfeit networks become more sophisticated and transnational, this issue presents innovative strategies and collaborative frameworks aimed at helping rights holders protect their assets more effectively.

We also highlight ongoing efforts to advance diversity and inclusion within the IP sector. Featuring initiatives such as the Women’s Leadership Initiative, this edition celebrates the growing presence and achievements of women in IP, while encouraging broader representation and equity throughout the profession.

In addition, you’ll find regional updates from various jurisdictions offering insights into recent legislative and regulatory developments—essential reading for practitioners navigating the global IP landscape.

We extend our sincerest thanks to all the authors and industry experts who contributed their knowledge and perspectives to this edition. Their insights are vital to building a more informed, collaborative, and connected IP community.

Discover the latest issue and stay ahead of the curve in the dynamic world of IP!

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Host:
Michele Katz
Founder & CEO
Advitam IP, LLC – Chicago, USA

Guest:
Juli Gutierrez Zanelli
Executive Director
ASIPI

In the seventh episode of Season 4 of the Women’s IP World Podcast, Michele Katz speaks with Juli Gutierrez Zanelli, Executive Director of ASIPI (Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property). Juli shares the inspiring story of ASIPI’s evolution over the decades and its proactive efforts to foster diversity, gender inclusion, and sustainability across the intellectual property landscape, as outlined in her article in Women’s IP World Annual 2024.

During the conversation, Juli highlights how ASIPI has moved beyond traditional models, actively creating opportunities for women in leadership and championing diversity initiatives through dedicated committees, educational programmes, and policy reforms. She discusses the importance of balancing meritocracy with proactive inclusion efforts and how empowering women strengthens innovation, leadership, and the future of IP in the Americas and beyond.

Click here to read Juli’s full article.

Tune in now to discover how organisations like ASIPI are leading by example to create a more inclusive and dynamic IP community.

If you would like to be part of The Women's IP World Annual 2025 and join our podcast, then please get in touch with us at:
Email: info@womensipworld.com
Phone: +44 (0)203 813 0457
Website: www.womensipworld.com

For more information on IP services from Michele S. Katz and Advitam IP, visit:
Website: www.advitamip.com

Connect with Juli Gutierrez Zanelli:
Executive Director at ASIPI
Website: www.asipi.org

This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about building a more diverse, equitable, and innovative future in intellectual property.

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