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IP Insights: November 2025 Developments That Matter for IP Managers

The past month brought several meaningful updates for IP professionals — from new UK design-law consultations and shifting consumer attitudes toward IP rights to critical patent-litigation developments and policy debates within WIPO. These updates highlight where IP management practices may soon evolve and what steps you can take now to strengthen compliance, enforcement, and communication strategies.

Federal Circuit Allows Expert Testimony in Design-Patent Cases

A recent Federal Circuit ruling confirms that expert testimony on the “ordinary observer” standard is admissible in design-patent cases. For IP managers, this signals that litigation strategies will increasingly depend on credible expert input. Review your design-patent enforcement plans and ensure you have access to qualified experts early in any dispute.
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WIPO Treaty on Genetic Resources Could Complicate Patent Filings

A new WIPO treaty may require patent applicants to disclose genetic-resource use, potentially adding complexity to global filings. IP teams handling biotech or life-science portfolios should assess how new disclosure requirements could affect filing timelines, compliance documentation, and risk exposure.
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Consulting on UK Design IP Law

The UK IPO is inviting input on reforming design-rights law. Any changes could alter registration criteria, renewal timing, or enforcement options. IP professionals managing UK or EU design portfolios should monitor the consultation and evaluate potential impacts on strategy and renewal planning.
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WIPO Report on Changing Consumer Perceptions of IP

WIPO’s new survey shows public perceptions of IP protection are shifting globally. For IP managers, this affects how you communicate IP’s value internally and externally. Consider updating your messaging, training, and investor materials to reflect the role IP plays in innovation and consumer trust.
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By tracking and responding to these updates, your team can keep IP strategies, filings, and messaging aligned with new policy and enforcement trends while maintaining a strong, future-ready portfolio.

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