Brazil: Licensing & Syndication

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Brazil Appeals Court Holds Pool Licence Offer Meets FRAND Obligation In Panasonic v HMD
The Rio de Janeiro Court of Appeals has issued a landmark ruling in a standard essential patent dispute between Panasonic and HMD, establishing that offering only a pool license can satisfy FRAND obligations under Brazilian law. The decision marks a significant development in Brazil's growing role as a venue for SEP licensing disputes and addresses questions about what constitutes good faith licensing behavior.
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BRPTO Updates Trademark Guidelines: New Rules On High-renown Status And Madrid Protocol Filings
The Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office has introduced significant updates to its Trademark Guidelines, effective June 2026, reshaping how high-renown trademarks are recognized and how Madrid Protocol filings are processed. These changes offer new strategic opportunities for multinational brands while requiring procedural adjustments for trademark applicants operating in Brazil.
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