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The latest news stories from ACID & the world of IP

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Member Focus – Tiafi Jewellery

  • April 22, 2021
Read our latest Member Focus to find out the origins of ACID member Tiafi Jewellery’s ingenious design for friendship jewellery. They also discuss the importance of protecting their creations with knowledge of IP and include their voices in our calls for stronger design rights for SME’s.
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Caterpillar War!

  • April 16, 2021
M&S and Aldi Cakes Lookalikes! Boot on the other Foot?
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Member Focus – Robe de Voyage

  • April 8, 2021
In our latest Member Focus, ACID member Jess Linklater of Robe de Voyage discusses all things IP, after her extensive fight and ultimate win against COS of H&M. Find out how Robe de Voyage was conceived, how a great and original design can be protected, and IP advice from the SME victor of a David and Goliath battle.
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Announcing the new Soho House Design Prize

  • April 7, 2021
New designers have the opportunity to enter the prestigious Soho House Design Prize. They are especially looking for entries which have a focus on an environmentally conscious scope, using sustainable materials.
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ACID Magazine Issue 70

  • April 6, 2021
Read the latest issue of the ACID Magazine
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UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) – Do You Know The Rules Post Brexit?

  • April 2, 2021
Our latest webinar explains the latest changes to GDPR post-Brexit. Is your business compliant?
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Leading Upholstery Company Takes on Tutti Frutti Lookalike Chair!

  • March 29, 2021
A speedy and just resolution for ACID member Buoyant Upholstery vs Tutti Frutti
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Member Profile – Crofts & Assinder

  • March 26, 2021
A truly fascinating insight into ACID member Crofts & Assinder’s successful business in interior accessories. They discuss innovation and design, their rich history, and share their thoughts on IP issues for companies large and small, including ACID’s role in campaigning.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Property Review – Government Publishes Responses

  • March 25, 2021
The Government has published its review and responses regarding the role intellectual property may play with the development of artificial intelligence.
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ACID Welcomes RUSI Report on Taking the Profit out of Intellectual Property Crime

  • March 9, 2021
In a keenly awaited publication, this RUSI (The Royal United Services Institute) report looks at how criminals profit from IP Crime, mainly undeterred by penalties, and provides recommendations of how Government, law enforcements and private sector stakeholders can help to make a difference.
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City Of London Police Launch New Intellectual Property Unit in the North West

  • March 8, 2021
A new unit set up to tackle intellectual property fraud in the north west has already seized £1.7m worth of fake goods, including clothes, electricals and fireworks. The unit will combat intellectual property crime in the north west of England and will support existing partners to disrupt and prosecute existing and new offenders.
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DFS and Furniture Village Bosses to go Head-to-Head in Furniture Makers’ Webinar

  • March 8, 2021
The Furniture Makers’ Company last webinar in the series ‘Innovation in times of crisis’ discuss navigating the impact of COVID-19 for business’ in ‘Opportunities for furnishing retailers’ webinar.
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Member Focus – Nina D Illustration Art & Design

  • March 5, 2021
In our latest Member Focus we share a fascinating insight into ACID Member Nina D as she talks about her new designs, how important IP knowledge is to her, and how helpful it is being a part of the ACID and design community.
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ACID is Hiring!

  • March 3, 2021
Are you looking for an exciting new position? Are you an experienced Marketing & Communication Coordinator?
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Importance of Connectivity to be Explored in Third Episode of Web Series

  • February 26, 2021
The Furniture Makers’ Company, host a webinar on the importance of connectivity among designers and interior designers in the emergence of lockdown.
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News for those with EU Community Designs Registered before 1st of Jan 2020

  • February 25, 2021
Great news for those with community registered designs in the EU post-Brexit.
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