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Heineken Unit Files Federal Action to Cancel ” Cerveja Bávara Real” Mark Following BPTO Reversal
A new trademark dispute in Brazil’s beer sector highlights the tension between long-established brands and...
São Paulo court recognizes improper use of the PYCNOGENOL® trademark and puts the brakes on Brazilian laboratories
Decisions by the São Paulo State Court of Justice expose the risk of consumers acquiring...
Folha de S.Paulo v. OpenAI – Update on Brazil’s First Generative AI Copyright Dispute
As we have reported, Folha de S.Paulo filed the first Brazilian lawsuit against a generative...
Trademark Litigation and Online Enforcement Trends in Latin America in 2025: Protect Your Brand in the Digital Age
In the fast-paced digital environment of Latin America, registering your trademark is just the beginning....
IP & ESG in Latin America: How Intellectual Property Strengthens Sustainable and Ethical Business Practices
ESG is here to stay. More than just a global trend, Environmental, Social, and Governance...
Trademark protection in the Metaverse: what you need to know
The metaverse is no longer just science fiction — it’s becoming part of everyday business....
The new era of trademark registration in Brazil: updates for August and September/2025
The BPTO (Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office) has published new guidelines (BPTO Ordinance No. 10/2025)...
Market Entry and Commercial Set-Up in Brazil: Key Legal and Strategic Considerations for International Businesses
Brazil remains one of the most attractive markets for international companies looking to expand in...
“Brazil has fully aligned with international standards”: IP experts react to USTR’s Section 301 investigation
The Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a sweeping Section 301 investigation...
BPTO Recognizes Acquired Distinctiveness: A Turning Point for Trademark Owners in Brazil
A groundbreaking shift in Brazilian trademark practice was made official. The Brazilian Patent and Trademark...
ANVISA Moves Forward with Herbal Medicine Regulation Overhaul
Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) is taking decisive steps to modernize the regulation of...
BRPTO Adopts New Nice Classification: What Businesses Need to Know
On January 1, 2025, the Brazilian Patent Office (BRPTO) officially adopted the latest version of...
PPH in Brazil: Leveraging Fast Track for Efficient Patent Protection
Brazil has made significant advances in patent processing, particularly through the implementation of programs like...
Brazilian Senate Approves Artificial Intelligence Regulation
On December 10, 2024, the Brazilian Senate approved a comprehensive bill establishing a regulatory framework...
The Green Revolution: Investments and Innovations Drive Sustainability in Brazil
The MOVER Program and the New Directions of Sustainable Mobility Sustainable mobility is emerging as...
Understanding Patents in Brazil: A Comprehensive Guide
In the dynamic, globalized world where knowledge is a pivotal economic driver, understanding the intricacies...
Brazil Back Among Top Global Economies
On 19 December, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released new numbers regarding the Brazilian economy...
Paving The Way: Brazil´s Expected Accession to the Budapest Treaty
The Budapest Treaty on the International Recognition of the Deposit of Microorganisms for the Purposes...
The National Strategy for the Development of the Economic-Industrial Health Complex (CEIS) and Partnerships for Productive Development (PDPs)
Since the beginning of this year, the Federal Executive has been working, led by the...
New Form for Indicating Agricultural Pesticides for Toxicological Safety Reevaluation
On September 29, 2023, ANVISA announced the availability of a new form for indicating agricultural...
ANVISA’s Innovation Policy Established by Ordinance 1,100/2023
On October 2, 2023, Ordinance 1,100/2023 was published, establishing ANVISA's Innovation Policy. This measure aims...
Public Consultation for the Modification of the Biosimilars Regulation
On October 4, 2023, ANVISA published Public Consultation 1,206/2023 regarding the amendment of the current...
Provisional Ruling enacted addressing measures for controlling phytosanitary and zoosanitary emergencies
The Federal Government issued yesterday Provisional Ruling 1,186/2023, which supplements Law 12,873/2013 with important tools...
Canada and Finland Initiate Strategic Partnerships in Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) Pilot Projects
The Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) is an international collaboration program between patent offices in several...
A step Towards Modernization: Brazil’s IP Laws Set for Public Consultation
In our recent post , we discussed how Brazil’s Patent and Trademark office (BPTO) has...
Sports betting to be taxed at 18%, according to new Provisional Measure
On 25 July, the Brazilian government published a new Provisional Measure in the Official Gazette of the...
Brazil’s Central Bank implements resolution on data sharing
On 23 May, Brazil’s central bank (BACEN) published a Joint Resolution that provides for the...
Brazilian DPA releases statement on processing of children’s data
On May 24, the Board of Directors of the Brazilian Data Protection Authority (ANPD) issued...
CONAR signs agreement with the Brazilian Institute of Responsible Gaming (IBJR) for self-regulation of betting advertising
On 16 June, the Brazilian non-governmental organization that self-regulates the advertising sector (known as “CONAR”)...
Brazilian DPA releases note on privacy compliance in the pharmaceutical sector
On May 11, the Brazilian Data Protection Authority (ANPD) issued a technical note regarding the...
A look at ambush marketing in Brazil’s New General Sports Law
On June 14, the Brazilian President sanctioned the new Brazilian General Sports Law (Law nº...
Unlocking Brazil’s Potential: Advancements in Intellectual Property and Innovation
Over the last years, Brazil has been investing in new initiatives to become more modern...
Paving the way for Regulation in Brazil’s Sports Betting Market’
The sports betting market is at a critical juncture in Brazil. Despite being legalized in...
Navigating the Regulatory Challenges of AI: A Look at ChatGPT and the Proposed Framework in Brazil
This year has everyone talking about ChatGPT. Indeed the many applications of this new technology...
The Metaverse and Latin America: What You Need to Know About Regulation in the Region
Colombia recently became the first country in the world to hold a court hearing in...
Understanding Brazilian Copyright Law: Requirements for Protection, Registration, Duration, and other Intellectual Property Rights
As Brazil is a member of the Berne Convention, copyright protection under Brazilian Law is...
Understanding the Andean Opposition Protocol
During a recent administration program of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the...
Brazil Joins Hague System for International Registrations of Industrial Designs
On February 13, Brazil officially joined the Hague System for International registration of designs. This...
ANPD publishes regulation on administrative sanctions for breaches of LGPD
On 27 February, the Brazilian data protection authority (ANPD) published the highly anticipated regulation on...
Some procedural considerations in Brazilian Trademark infringement actions
In our recent article, we discussed 10 Common questions on Trademark Enforcement in Brazil. In...
An update on the esports debate in Brazil
A recent report by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) about IP and sports highlighted...
Brazil adopts new legal framework on Telehealth
On December 28, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro sanctioned Law 14,510 , authorizing the practice...
Brazilian DPA issues Guide on Cookies and Personal Data Protection
On 18 October, the Brazilian National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) published its Guide on “Cookies...
Three important considerations on Patent Licensing in Brazil
Are you interested to learn about some of the particularities of Patent Licensing in Brazil?...
Getting to know Brazilian Patent Practice
In the past, we received some questions regarding patent practice in Brazil and how this...
Navigating the Madrid Protocol in Brazil
Brazil ratified the Madrid Protocol, which became operational in the country on October 2, 2019 (under...
A glimpse at privacy and the metaverse
A recent report by McKinsey found that the Metaverse has the potential to generate up...
Compulsory Licensing – a synopsis of what’s been happening in Brazil and abroad
For those new to the topic, Compulsory Licensing refers to the process where a government...
Industrial Design: Brazil prepares for accession to the Hague Agreement
This year, Brazil is progressing with its proposal to join the Hague Agreement on International...
Brazil to provide new framework on telehealth
According to a recent study, the global telehealth market grew to USD 144,38 billion in...
Icons and your IP rights – 8 tips for ensuring greater protection
Icons that identify applications are the new distinguishing signs of today. They are used to...
10 Common questions on Trademark Enforcement in Brazil
Are you interested to learn about some of the particularities of Trademark enforcement in the...
Data Protection and privacy in Brazil: what’s expected for 2022 and beyond
The discourse on data protection and privacy in Brazil has been gaining momentum in the...
What you need to know about franchising in Brazil
Brazil’s franchise market, which is the 6th largest in the world (in terms of franchise...
Top 7 questions on patent prosecution and opposition in Brazil
Are you interested to learn about some of the particularities of patent prosecution and opposition...
New Brazilian e-software system delivers strong growth in registrations
In Brazil, the software market is expanding rapidly. According to the recent numbers from the...
New Brazilian tax rules for remittance of IP royalties abroad – time to change your contractual arrangements?
In December 2021, Brazil introduced sweeping changes to its legal framework on foreign exchange (under...
Brazil — new national action plan to combat piracy approved
In a recent post, we discussed how Brazil’s Anti-counterfeiting Council (CNCP) recently met with other...
Software related inventions in Brazil
Below we provide a brief overview of the respective approaches in patenting of software related...
Using empirical research to understand Brazilian IP practice
The discussion on using empirical research for law is not a new one. In fact,...
Industrial Designs: a brief overview of Brazilian practice
In a recent article, we highlighted how recent changes and improvements to the examination standards...
A look at recent innovation and technology measures in Brazil
Blog BPTO News Digital Intellectual Property IP Prosecution & Counseling Madrid Protocol Patents Technology Trademarks
Last month, the World Intellectual Property Organization (“WIPO”), together with institutional partners, released its 14th...
Brazilian DPA signs first international co-operation agreement with Spanish authority
In our recent posts, we have been following the developments in the ANPD (Brazil’s Data...
Following the latest developments in Brazil’s DPA
In our last post on this topic, we discussed recent developments in respect of the...
How are digital influencers regulated in Brazil?
In Brazil, advertising is subject to different legal considerations based on Constitutional, Civil, Intellectual Property...
Brazil: tackling patent infringement in the courts
Brazil is the second largest country in the Americas, both in terms of GDP and...
Brazilian PTO creates new rules for position marks
On 21 September, the Brazilian PTO published a new rule, providing for the registration of trademarks in the...
Brazilian PTO annuls patent for CBD based drug
In a decision published on 27 July, the Brazilian PTO annulled the patent for the...
What can 5G do for the gaming world?
The gaming industry has exploded in recent years and the gaming craze continues to spread...
Revisiting the exhaustion of IP rights
A topic that has recently resurged is the exhaustion of IP rights and what it...
Right of publicity under the Brazilian Legislation
There is no specific provision in the Brazilian legislation that recognizes the right of publicity,...
Cannabis in Brazil: a synopsis of current market
Recent events in Brazil may be seen as further steps in a slowly changing position...
Brazilian DPA issues guidelines on data processing agents
In a recent post, we discussed the latest developments in respect of the Brazil’s new federal...
A closer look at the Brazilian e-sports market
It is no secret that the global e-sports market has been exploding in recent years....
Backlog combat programme: Brazilian PTO reaches its highest patent decision indicators
The issue of reducing the backlog of the examination of patent applications has become a...
The role of ANVISA in cannabis related patents
As mentioned in our previous post on this topic, patent applications for pharmaceutical products or...
Patents for cannabis products in Brazil
In a recent post on this topic, we discussed how the slowly changing position toward...
Intellectual Property in Brazil: A brief synopsis
Blog BPTO News contracts Industrial design Intellectual Property IP Prosecution & Counseling Patents Trademarks
Over the last years, the government began focusing its attention on creating a culture of...
The Brazilian Automotive market – the new tech trends in numbers
In our previous article on the topic of the automotive industry in Brazil, we discussed...
Where to next for the Brazilian automotive sector?
The automotive industry is of huge significance to the global economy. In 2019 alone, more...
Chilean congress approves changes to Intellectual Property Law
During April, the Chilean Congress approved a bill that seeks to modernize the national Intellectual...
IP Rights after Brexit
After the transition period ended on 31 December 2020, EU law ceased to apply in...
Update on Privacy & Data Protection in Brazil
In this blog post, we will discuss recent developments in respect of the ANPD (Brazil’s...
Cannabis products in Brazil: a new agri-business?
Recent events in Brazil may be seen as further steps in a slowly changing position...
Brazil: Anti-Counterfeiting and Piracy Update
As the largest and most populous country in Latin America, it was often difficult in...
Constitutional challenge regarding minimum term of patent protection in Brazil: analysis postponed, and preliminary injunction partially granted by Reporting Justice
The Brazilian Supreme Court has postponed the analysis of a landmark constitutional case that...
STF to hear constitutional challenge on minimum patent term
On April 7 (Wednesday), the Brazilian Federal Supreme Court should start to consider ADI 5529,...
Madrid Protocol in Brazil – Some First Impressions.
What we have learned about the Madrid Protocol in Brazil In a recent article, we...
The BPTO: A Positive Transformation?
Blog BPTO News DANIEL INOVA REGULATORY AND LEGISLATIVE IP Patents REGULATORY AND LEGISLATIVE IP Trademarks
When meeting international colleagues at conferences and IP events, the conversation often centered around the...
Game on! The Brazilian Video Games industry – from big potential to possible legal concerns
The Brazilian Video Games industry – from big potential to possible legal concerns Like other...
Brazilian Patent Backlog’s Days Are Numbered: Meet The Standardized Office Action Program
The days of one of the world’s most severe patent backlogs are numbered. The Brazilian...
5G in Brazil: from market opportunities to challenges
The term 5G is used to describe the next generation of mobile networks beyond LTE mobile...
Artificial Intelligence: insights from the first meeting of the Daniel Research Group
The perspective of creativity and innovation for technological purposes has always existed in society, respecting...
Madrid Protocol in Brazil
When is a trademark a trademark? In an ideal world a trademark should be whatever...
The (Lack of) Encouragement to Technological Development in Brazil
The Superior Court of Justice (STJ) recently issued a decision involving the multinational company Unilever....