At a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping how intellectual property is analyzed and protected, building sovereign and trustworthy tools is no longer optional: it’s strategic. A New Chapter for lipstip lipstip was founded with a clear ambition: to build…
The year 2025 marks a turning point in the dynamics of industrial property in France. According to figures published by the INPI (National Institute of Industrial Property), patent and trade mark filings increased significantly after several years of stabilisation….
Beyond the stage discussions, these moments offer something equally valuable: a chance to take the pulse of the ecosystem and see how quickly things are moving. lipstip at AI Day by France Digitale Last week, the lipstip team joined the AI community at AI Day, hosted…
Is 2025 a record year for intellectual property in Europe? Yes. But this should not come as a surprise. A closer look at the data shows that this figure is not a statistical anomaly. It reflects a profound transformation of the European economic landscape, an…
The GenAI mirage: when productivity becomes a burden Traditional generative AI is designed for plausibility, not for legal certainty. Today, law firms are seeing the emergence of new operational “parasites”: “Hallucinated” files: other…
Why the debate between trademark vs copyright matters for startups Most founders underestimate intellectual property until it’s too late. You launch a product, invest in branding, start marketing… and suddenly a competitor pops up with a suspiciously similar name, or…
What is a Trademark symbol? At its simplest, a Trademark symbol is a typographical mark placed next to a word, phrase, logo, or other brand identifier to indicate that the owner considers it a trademark. A trademark itself is any sign that distinguishes the goods or…
What is intellectual property? It is the bundle of legal tools—patents, trademarks, designs, copyright and trade secrets—that grant creators exclusive economic control over their intangible assets. What is intellectual property in Europe However, European law does not…
A trademark attorney drafts and files trade mark applications, clears proposed brands, and represents you in administrative disputes before EUIPO, WIPO and national offices. They turn creative names into enforceable legal rights. Trademark attorney : what do they do ?…
Alright, firsts things first : EUIPO stands for European Union Intellectual Property Office. WIPO is for World Intellectual Property Office. EUIPO is the one‑stop shop for EU‑wide trade marks, while WIPO’s Madrid and Hague systems extend an existing national or EU…
Today, our big question is : what is a trade secret ? That’s a key concept to fully understand Intellectual Property. So, let’s dig into it. A trade secret is any confidential information that provides economic value by remaining undisclosed and is…
What is a trademark ? It is a registered sign—word, logo, slogan or shape—that legally identifies and protects your goods or services, granting exclusive rights and enforcement tools across the EU and beyond. Why trademarks matter for startups However, many founders…
Discover what is a design right in the EU : a complete guide for entrepreneurs, creators, startup founders… lipstip is right by your side !
Discover the Trademark Duration EU : how long does a trademark last in the European Union, what renewal strategy to adopt…
European patent application process : discover how it works. Our complete guide for 2025. Explanations, solutions, by experts, for entrepreneurs.
Discover what is a patent : a tool for protecting innovation, and helping entrepreneurs, startups, companies to empower their projects.
A major milestone for lipstip and a proud moment for the Béarn tech ecosystem. Last night, at the heart of Pau and the Béarn region, lipstip was honored with the Trophée du Meilleur Projet en Intelligence Artificielle during the 2025 edition of…
e-py Awards 2025 – lipstip Among the Finalists for Best AI Project! We’re incredibly proud to share some exciting news from the lipstip team: we’ve been nominated for the 2025 e-py Awards in the category “Best AI Project,” sponsored by Teréga! This…
Lipcy-Up Heads to Vienna: Finalist Team at EPO CodeFest 2025! After two intense months of innovation, collaboration, and late-night coding, we’re proud to announce that Lipcy-Up has made it to the final six teams of the EPO CodeFest 2025! Out of 33…
Connecting with the Global IP Community in San Diego From May 17 to 21, our team had the incredible opportunity to attend the International Trademark Association (INTA) 2025 Annual Meeting: one of the most influential global events in the world of intellectual…
A Bold Step into the Future of IP and AI Innovation From June 11 to 14, lipstip had the incredible opportunity to attend Viva Technology 2025, one of Europe’s most dynamic and forward-thinking tech events. As part of the TeamNAqui delegation, we joined…
