Brazil advances in innovation, R&D and startups, but structural challenges continue to affect competitiveness
Brazil’s technology sector has recorded progress across innovation, research and development, talent formation and entrepreneurship. At...
Expiration of semaglutide patent accelerates race for new injection pens in Brazil
The expiration of semaglutide patent protection in Brazil has triggered a new phase of competition...
BPTO releases 2027–2036 Strategic Plan focused on long-term institutional development
Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) published its Strategic Plan for 2027–2036 on August 14, 2026. The...
Tropical wines and exports: Brazil’s São Francisco Valley as a global benchmark
Brazil’s São Francisco Valley, located in the country’s semi-arid Northeast, has emerged as a global benchmark...
Patent challenges become central in global HIV/AIDS response strategies
Pharmaceutical patent frameworks have once again become a focal point in the global response to...
Patent term adjustment debate resurfaces, raising questions on predictability and innovation in healthcare
The discussion on reintroducing a patent term adjustment (PTA) mechanism has resurfaced in Brazil’s healthcare...
Ozempic manufacturer faces setback as Brazilian court upholds Ozivy trademark
Novo Nordisk has been denied an injunction request seeking to prevent Brazilian pharmaceutical company EMS...
BPTO invests USD 55,000 in leadership training focused on people analytics
Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) has formalized the hiring of specialized training services for...
Brazil nominated for UN international innovation award
Recife has been nominated to represent Brazil in the inaugural edition of the WIPO City of...
Brazil ranks among the top seven countries investing in intangible assets
Brazil ranks among the world’s top seven economies in investment in intangible assets, with total...
Brazil Leads Patent Filings in Latin America
Brazil has consolidated its position as the leading innovation hub in Latin America, accounting for 45.6%...
30 Years of Brazil’s IP Law: Achievements, Challenges, and the Future of Innovation
Brazil’s Industrial Property Law (Law No. 9,279/1996) marks its 30th anniversary in 2026 as a...
BPTO updates Trademark Guidelines: new rules for highly renowned status and Madrid Protocol
On June 23, 2026, the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO) updated its Trademark Guidelines...
Brazil Strengthens Role in Global Seed Vault: IP and Biodiversity Implications
Brazil’s latest seed deposit at the Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway highlights the country’s...
PIX Recognized as a Highly Renowned Trademark in Brazil: Strategic Implications for Brands
The recognition of PIX as a highly renowned trademark by the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office...