For many companies, intellectual property is one of their most valuable resources. It is also one of their most vulnerable, open to abuse and misappropriation. IP law around the globe is constantly evolving to arm rights holders with up-to-date weaponry in their battle against infringers: the scope of available protection is being broadened and rights are more stringently enforced.
The rise of new technologies in particular has created complications, but steps are being taken to ensure that new modes of intellectual property are recognised and safeguarded under different regulatory regimes.
