The Journal

Analysis & Commentary.

Long-form essays from our contributors on the shifting frontiers of intellectual property law, policy, and practice.

Markets

Jun 12, 2024 · 8 min

From Barter to Bazaar: The Rise of Markets

Tracing the evolution of commerce from informal exchange to structured marketplaces.

By Editorial Desk

Geographical Indications

May 28, 2024 · 12 min

Geographical Indications: Infringement & Remedies — A Critical Analysis

Examining legal landscape and enforcement mechanisms protecting regionally distinctive products.

By Contributing Counsel

Patents

May 15, 2024 · 14 min

Exploring the Locus of Human Embryonic Stem Cells Patentability in India

How Indian patent doctrine navigates the moral and scientific complexity of biotech inventions.

By Patent Practice

Trademarks

Apr 30, 2024 · 10 min

The Counterfeit Siege: Protecting Brands in the Online Marketplace Jungle

A critical examination of brand protection strategies in the era of e-commerce.

By Brand Protection

Policy

Apr 12, 2024 · 11 min

Harmonising Patent Litigation Across South & Southeast Asia

Regional convergence in patent litigation practice across major Asian jurisdictions.

By Policy Desk

Emerging Tech

Mar 28, 2024 · 9 min

Generative AI and the Authorship Question in Copyright Law

How generative AI challenges fundamental assumptions about authorship and copyright.

By Technology Bench

Technical Writeup

Mar 08, 2024 · 20 min

Intellectual Property Challenges in the Digital Age

Intellectual property is a legal concept that refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, and names used in commerce

By GIPC