Class 46 readers might be interested in attending IP Horizon 5.0: Mapping opportunities and challenges in a globalised economy, which will take place in Alicante on 26 and 27 September.

This conference is co-organised by EUIPO and the McCarthy Institute in San Francisco.

Issues to be covered will include cutting-edge developments and artificial intelligence initiatives in the field of IP, opportunities presented by global e-commerce and transformative technologies, and the future of IP jobs.

Speakers include representatives of IP offices, international businesses, policy makers, practitioners, academics and enforcement authorities.

There is a Gala Dinner on 26 September and a thematic arrangement on the afternoon of 27 September. The conference language will be English.

A number of MARQUES members are planning to take part in the conference. If you would like to join them, registration is open until 12 August and costs €150 (including breakfasts, lunches, dinner on 26 September and closing cocktail).

Hotel accommodation is not included in the price, but EUIPO provides a list of suggested hotels with negotiated rates.

Find out more about the Conference here.

Register your place here.