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Updates on developments affecting users of the patent system, including case law developments and regulatory changes, as well as firm announcements for Bitwise IP.
Bitwise IP Joins the Oxford Centre for Innovation
I'm delighted to announce that Bitwise IP has joined the Oxford Centre for Innovation, putting it at the heart of one of the world's leading technology ecosystems. Oxford has produced, and continues to produce, some of the most exciting innovations in digital, cyber, AI and autonomous technologies, the very areas in which Bitwise IP specialises. The practice address for Bitwise IP is now: Bitwise IP Oxford Centre for Innovation Blue Boar Court 9 Alfred Street Oxford OX1 4EH H
Alexander Barnes
1 hour ago1 min read
Introducing Bitwise IP
Introducing Bitwise IP, my specialist patent practice through which I provide strategic patent counsel for digital, cyber and autonomous technologies.
Alexander Barnes
May 192 min read
Farewell Aerotel, It's Been Emotional
The UK Supreme Court bids farewell to Aerotel in its recent judgment in Emotional Perception AI Limited v Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks given on 11 February 2026.
Alexander Barnes
Feb 204 min read
Fee Increases at the EPO
The European Patent Office (EPO) has announced its routine fee increases that will take effect from 1 April 2026.
Alexander Barnes
Feb 61 min read
Significant Fee Increases at the UKIPO
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has announced that it intends to increase its official fees by an average of 25% as from 1 April 2026 in order to counter the effects of inflation.
Alexander Barnes
Nov 28, 20251 min read
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