The MOVER Program and the New Directions of Sustainable Mobility Sustainable mobility is emerging as one of the priorities of the Brazilian government, driving investments and innovations in the automotive sector. In the current scenario, the National Green Mobility...
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Understanding Patents in Brazil: A Comprehensive Guide
In the dynamic, globalized world where knowledge is a pivotal economic driver, understanding the intricacies of patent laws is crucial for businesses. This article provides a detailed overview of patents in Brazil, offering insights into both patent prosecution and...
Brazil Back Among Top Global Economies
On 19 December, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released new numbers regarding the Brazilian economy in its latest World Economic Report. The report brings more positive news for the country after major ratings agencies, including S&P and Fitch, had already...
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 of Patent Procedure (1977) establishes an international regime for the recognition of microorganism deposits for patent purposes in any ´International Depository...
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 Executive Group of the Economic-Industrial Health Complex (GECEIS) – established by Decree 11,464/2023, to strengthen the domestic production of essential items for the Unified Health...
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 pesticides to undergo reevaluation for their toxicological safety. It is important to note that technical and scientific information supporting the indication must be...
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 to enhance the agency's ability to address complex and unforeseen challenges while promoting the development and adoption of innovative products and...
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 biosimilar drug regulation. This Public Consultation was approved during a meeting of ANVISA´s Collegiate Board (DICOL) held on September 27, 2023, with the aim...
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 to ensure that the country effectively addresses phytosanitary or zoosanitary emergencies. The new legislation grants authority to the bodies...
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 countries. In August 2023, Canada and Finland signed memorandum of understanding agreements with the BPTO to implement PPH pilot projects. This initiative...
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 been taking important steps to align itself with other offices around the globe. For example, in WTR’s annual IP Office Innovation Ranking, which ranks national offices by their use...
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 Union that regulates sports betting. According to the document, betting practices will be taxed at 18% on the gross gaming revenue (GGR), which is the revenue...
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 requirements that must be observed by institutions in the sharing of data and information on indications of fraud. The Resolution determines that financial institutions,...
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 a statement allowing the use of the justifications for use personal data (Article 7) and sensitive personal data (Article 11) in respect of processing of personal data of...
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”) signed an agreement for the elaboration and definition of rules regarding the advertising of bookmakers. The agreement provides cooperation between...