The Global Intellectual Property (IP) ConfEx, taking place on September 10, 2025, in the vibrant city of New Delhi, India, is set to be a premier gathering for professionals in the field of intellectual property. This one-day conference and exhibition aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the realm of IP. Attendees will have the chance to engage in insightful discussions, network with peers, and participate in workshops led by experts.
This ConfEx brings together senior professionals overseeing patents, trademarks, copyrights, and broader IP strategies within their organizations. It’s also attended by law firm partners and technology service providers.
The agenda typically revolves around the evolving IP landscape, with a strong focus on practical insights and emerging challenges. Common themes include:
- Emerging Technologies & IP Protection: How AI, blockchain, automation, and other cutting-edge technologies are reshaping IP security, enforcement, and creation. This often includes discussions on patenting AI-generated works, ownership rights for AI-created content, and the use of AI in patent searches and portfolio management.
- Global IP Regulations & Compliance: Navigating multi-jurisdictional complexities in IP protection, harmonizing global IP strategies with regional frameworks, and addressing enforcement challenges in emerging markets.
- IP Portfolio Management: Strategies for effective patent filing, portfolio optimization, leveraging analytics for IP valuation and risk assessment, and managing IP assets in mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
- IP Enforcement & Anti-Counterfeiting: Combating infringement, piracy, and jurisdictional challenges; effective use of litigation and alternative dispute resolution; and strategies for tackling counterfeit goods in digital platforms.
- Trade Secret Protection: Legal frameworks, drafting effective NDAs, addressing risks in remote work environments, and tools for monitoring and protecting digital trade secrets.
- IP Valuation & Monetization: Methods for accurate valuation, licensing strategies, and monetizing underutilized IP assets.
- Digital Transformation of IP Management: Leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and protection.
- Recent IP Law Reforms: Discussions on amendments to Indian IP laws (Patent Act, Copyright Act, Trademarks Act) and their impact on businesses.