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The bill titled "Ratification of the Geneva Act of the Hague Agreement on the International Registration of Industrial Designs, which was approved in Geneva on July 2, 1999, and other provisions" was passed today (14.09.2023) by a majority vote...
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The Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) has been consistently participating in the Thessaloniki International Fair, the largest and most significant business, economic, social, and political event in our country. The Organisation actively contributes to the Fair with a plan of...
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OECD & EUIPO Joint Study: What Are the Factors Driving the Consumption of Counterfeit Products?
The trade in counterfeit/copycat products poses a serious threat to economic development, consumer health and safety, as well as the environment. Counterfeit goods tend to be shipped to nearly all countries and continents. This joint study by the OECD and the...
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Meeting with Officials of the Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI), a Supervised Entity of the Ministry of Development, Held by Deputy Minister Anna Mani-Papadimitriou at the Organisation's Headquarters. Ms. Mani was briefed by the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Dimitris...
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The Minister of Development and Investments, Mrs. Eleni Lourí-Dendrínou, visited the Hellenic Industrial Property Organisation (OBI) and was briefed by the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Dimitris Chronis, the General Director, Mr. Panagiotis Kanellopoulos, and specialized staff members of...
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“EPO platform with patents against destructive fires”
"We would like to inform you that today, May 23, 2023, a press release was published by the European Patent Office (EPO), regarding the platform created to showcase patents related to the prevention, extinguishing, and post-fire management of destructive...
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XPRIZE WILDFIRE Competition for the End of Destructive Wildfires – $11 Million in Prizes.
Extreme Wildfires Are Increasing Globally, we are seeing more wildfires that burn larger areas, with higher intensity, and spread out of control more quickly. These large and destructive fires lead to severe consequences—ranging from increasing economic burdens and loss of...
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The Communication Event for the Authenticities Program Took Place in Corfu, May 9, 2023.
The opening communication event for the Authenticities Program was successfully held in Corfu on May 9, 2023. The event took place in the beautiful outdoor space of the People’s Garden, with Mrs. Rania Zacharopoulou, Communications Officer of the Hellenic Intellectual...
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Study on Women in Design in the context of World Intellectual Property Day 2023.
World Intellectual Property Day 2023 – EUIPO Study Titled "Women in Design" A new study by the EUIPO, in celebration of World Intellectual Property Day 2023, reveals that only 24% of designers in the EU are women. The "Women in Design"...
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April 26: World Intellectual Property Day.
World Intellectual Property Day on April 26 Every Year #WorldIPDay
#WomenIP Women and Intellectual Property: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” – the message for this year! Every year, a global campaign provides a unique opportunity to unite with people around the world to honor...