Copyright litigation trend; border protection tips; brand-backed financing…

Everything we covered on WTR over the past seven days, and all you need to know from the world of trademarks to set yourself up for the start of another busy week. Long Read An arrangement taking effect this month for the cross-border enforcement of judgments offers brand owners a new weapon in the face of infringement in Hong Kong and Mainland China. Monday 8 January The Korean IP Office confirms that it plans to “ lay the groundwork ” for brand-backed financing, as it seeks to expands IP valuation offerings. The French IP office’s director of economic action calls for the harmonisation of global legislation to bolster the fight…