Latest News, Events & IP Insights

At Wynne‑Jones IP, the journey of innovation never slows. Whether it’s a breakthrough in intellectual property strategy or a milestone for our team, our News & Events section is your window into the latest developments shaping the world of IP — and the standout moments that define our firm. Here, you’ll stay connected to the heart of what drives us every day: protecting creativity, empowering clients, and championing excellence.

Explore spotlight stories that celebrate our latest recognitions—like being named a Financial Times Leading Patent Law Firm—alongside expert insights on evolving legal landscapes, updates from the UK Intellectual Property Office, and highlights from events and initiatives close to our hearts

04/03/26

New USPTO Pilot Program for Patent Acceleration

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has introduced a new initiative: the Streamlined Claim Set Pilot Program, effective 27 October 2025.

03/03/26

G 1/23: an impact assessment – T 1044/23 and T 1719/21

In June 2025, the European Patent Office issued landmark decision G 1/231. We reviewed the ruling in our earlier analysis, “G 1/23 – Can the EPO make a product disappear?”[2].

24/02/26

Patent Emergency

You’ve shared your invention. Maybe in a pitch. A demo. A conference. Online. You haven’t filed a patent application. Do not assume the opportunity is lost. Speak to your patent attorney immediately. Timing matters. Strategy matters more. In many cases, there is still a path forward.

17/02/26

Changes to the EPO PACE Programme

The European Patent Office (EPO) has increased its processing efficiency. As a result, accelerated search under the PACE programme is no longer available from 1 February 2026.

16/02/26

Wynne-Jones IP to Continue Partnership with CyNam to Foster Technology Innovation in Gloucestershire

Wynne-Jones IP, a leading intellectual property company with offices in Cheltenham and Gloucester, is delighted to announce its continued strategic partnership with CyNam for a 3rd year.

16/02/26

Happy Chinese New Year!

Wishing our colleagues a very Happy Chinese New Year! May the year ahead bring prosperity, success and good fortune to you and your teams.

13/02/26

AI and Patent Drafting

Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Gemini are now part of everyday business. They generate content, analyse data, and even draft legal documents.

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12/02/26

UK Supreme Court reshapes patent law for AI inventions

The UK Supreme Court has reshaped the legal framework for AI patentability, aligning UK practice more closely with the EPO. We explain what this means for AI innovators.

10/02/26

EPO Fee Increases Effective 1 April 2026

From 1 April 2026, the European Patent Office (EPO) will introduce broad fee increases across procedural patent filing fees.

05/02/26

A trade mark is for life, not just for Christmas - Why SMEs and startups must enforce their brands from day one

A trade mark is intangible, but it is often a business’s most valuable asset. Its value is not fixed. It depends on how well it is managed, used, and enforced.

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