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Design Economy SOARS! New Figures Released

Launched today at Westminster is the latest Design Economy 2026, the Design Council’s flagship tri-annual study into the value of design, shows the scale of design’s contribution across industries, places and jobs, and argues that strengthening design capability will be critical to delivering good growth across the UK.

GOVERNMENT RESPONDS TO PETITION ON AI TO PROTECT CREATORS’ RIGHTS: Now we need action, not just a response!

The Government has responded. Now it’s time to make sure creators’ rights are protected.

What is the ACID IP Databank?

Watch this short video explainer to learn what the ACID IP Databank is for and how to use it.

Dids writes to the new Intellectual Property (IP) Minister Chris McDonald, MP

Design is the golden thread that runs through the creative industries and underpins all eight of the Government’s growth objectives. Contributing £100 billion to UK GVA and supporting 1.97 million people in design and design-skilled roles, it is a cornerstone of the UK’s economy.

Temu, Shein & The SME Seller: the copyright trap you need to know

Online behemoths Shein and Temu battled it out recently in the High Court. The ruling found that Temu was not liable for Shein’s alleged copyright infringement by third party sellers, partly because Temu acted as an intermediary without knowledge of specific infringement.

Renowned Independent Law Firm Stevens & Bolton Joins ACID Legal Affiliate Team

ACID is delighted to announce that Stevens & Bolton has joined its team of IP specialist Legal Affiliates, pledging support to the ACID design and creative community by providing IP advice and guidance. Our legal affiliates play a key role in education, leading webinars on all things IP. This work is vital in sharing practical guidance and raising awareness of IP issues such as the challenges and opportunities presented by AI.

ACID’s AI and Design Survey Results: Your Responses Speak Volumes

ACID’s AI & Design Survey reveals rising concerns over AI-driven copying, financial losses and the urgent need for stronger IP protection for designers.

Dids Writes to the Prime Minister: Will You Protect British Creativity?

ACID urges the Prime Minister to protect British creativity by strengthening IP enforcement, tackling AI scraping and supporting designers’ rights today.

YIPPEE for YPIE! Meet the 2026 Young Professionals Taking the Furniture World by Storm

ACID celebrates the 2026 YPIE winners, recognising future furniture industry leaders and highlighting why intellectual property is vital for lasting success.

British IP Day – Two Significant Launches in the Fight Against Intellectual Property (IP) Crime

British IP Day saw ACID back a major anti-IP crime report and launch new Member of ACID watermarks to help designers deter copying and protect creativity.

British IP Day: ACID Takes the Fight to Image Theft with New Deterrent Watermark

ACID Member Recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2026

Jonathan Hindle MBE recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours 2026 for outstanding contributions to furniture design, innovation, education and industry leadership.

Intellectual Property (IP) for Product Design Students in the UK

Learn how UK product design students can protect their work. Understand IP, ownership, patents and design rights before sharing or selling designs.

ACID Challenges AI and Image Theft with New Membership Watermarks

ACID launches new membership watermarks to help designers deter image theft, combat AI misuse, and reinforce ownership across digital platforms.

AI and IP – what’s the latest? ACID brings industry leaders together with Legal Affiliates to discuss AI in IP and Employment Processes

Industry leaders gathered at ACID’s AI & IP event to discuss design protection, AI transparency and the future of creators’ rights in the UK.

ACID on the Airwaves: How copycats steal the world…and their dog!

Dids Macdonald and Lauren Aston highlight the growing copycat crisis on BBC Radio 2, calling for stronger protection of UK designers’ rights.

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