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IP Fridays - your intellectual property podcast about trademarks, patents, designs and much more

Rolf Claessen and Ken Suzan
Intellectual Property
Unified Patent Court
Trademarks
Patents
INTA Meeting
China
Artificial Intelligence
Trademark Infringement
UK Trademark Law
Bob Ross
EUIPO
European Patent Office
Atlanta
Taiwan
Standard Essential Patents
Patent Law
Trade Dress
Patent Licensing
Nokia
OPPO

intellectual property including trademarks, patents and desgins – the latest news, useful tools

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Latest Episodes

Interview with Peter Berg – Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and VPP President – Building Litigation Ready Patents – Politics, Acquisitions, NPEs and Post Quantum Cryptography – Why He Wants Germany’s Inventor Law Gone – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 179

My co-host Ken Suzan and I are welcoming you to episode 179 of our podcast IP Fridays! Today’s Interview guest is Peter Berg. If you don’t know Peter, he is the Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and is also serving as the VPP president. We ta... more

25 Sep 2026 • 52 min • Most popular

Dupe Culture Is a Legal Problem Now: What Caitlin Byczko Taught Us About Trade Dress, TikTok, and the Limits of Brand Enforcement – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 178

I am Rolf Claessen and my co-host Ken Suzan and I are welcoming you to episode 178 of our podcast IP Fridays! Today’s interview guest is Caitlin Byczko, who is partner with Marnes & Thornburg in their IP team. Ken is discussing dupe culture with her.... more

28 Aug 2026 • 24 min
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Long-Arm Jurisdiction in Europe – Interview With the Mastermind Behind the BSH v. Electrolux Decision of the ECJ Dr. Ernst-Peter Heilein – His View on Follow-Up Cases Like Fujifilm, Regeneron, and Onesta – IP Fridays – Episode 177

I am Rolf Claessen and my co-host Ken Suzan and I are welcoming you to episode 177 of our podcast IP Fridays! Today’s interview guest is Dr. Ernst-Peter Heilein, who is a German and European patent attorney, the founder of HEILEIN IP LAW, and a long-... more

31 Jul 2026 • 38 min

Creator Economy Law: What Every Creator Needs to Know About AI, Platforms, and Their Rights – Interview with Franklin Graves of Linkedin – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 176

My co-host Ken Suzan and I are welcoming you the episode 176 of the IP Fridays Podcast. Today’s interview guest is returning guest Franklin Graves, who is a senior counsel at Linkedin and teaching IP law at Emerson College. With my co-host Ken Suzan ... more

26 Jun 2026 • 36 min
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Recent Guests

Peter Berg
Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and VPP President
Infineon Technologies; VPP
Episode: Interview with Peter Berg – Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and VPP President – Building Litigation Ready Patents – Politics, Acquisitions, NPEs and Post Quantum Cryptography – Why He Wants Germany’s Inventor Law Gone – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 179
Caitlin Byczko
Partner, Barnes & Thornburg LLP, IP team
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Episode: Dupe Culture Is a Legal Problem Now: What Caitlin Byczko Taught Us About Trade Dress, TikTok, and the Limits of Brand Enforcement – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 178
Ernst-Peter Heilein
German and European patent attorney, founder of Heilein IP Law
Heilein IP Law; BSH Home Appliances
Episode: Long-Arm Jurisdiction in Europe – Interview With the Mastermind Behind the BSH v. Electrolux Decision of the ECJ Dr. Ernst-Peter Heilein – His View on Follow-Up Cases Like Fujifilm, Regeneron, and Onesta – IP Fridays – Episode 177
Franklin Graves
Senior Counsel at LinkedIn; founder/editor of Creator Economy Law
LinkedIn
Episode: Creator Economy Law: What Every Creator Needs to Know About AI, Platforms, and Their Rights – Interview with Franklin Graves of Linkedin – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 176
Bruce Dearling
Patent Attorney and Partner at Hepworth Browne (UK)
Hepworth Browne
Episode: Non-technical Features For Assessing Inventive Step – Alternatives to the Problem Solution Approach – Emotional Perception AI Limited Case of the UK Supreme Court – Abbout vs. Sinocare UPC Case – Interview with Bruce Dearling – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 175
Brian McGinnis
Partner at Barnes & Thornburg; co-chair of Data Security and Privacy Practice
Barnes & Thornburg
Episode: Interview with Brian McGinnis – Data as a Strategic Asset, Not a Compliance Burden – AI Governance and the Acceptable Use Policy – Website Tracking Tools and the Wiretapping Litigation Wave – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 174
Deborah Hampton
Global Brand Enforcement and Trademark Team Leader at The Chemours Company; President of INTA
The Chemours Company / International Trademark Association (INTA)
Episode: Interview with Deborah A. Hampton – President of the International Trademark Association – 2026 INTA Annual Meeting – Anti Counterfeiting – Presidential Task Force for Unifying IP Protection & Enforcement Strategy – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 173
Jeanine Wright
Co-founder and CEO of Inception Point AI, AI actor/character creator.
Inception Point AI
Episode: AI is Becoming the World’s Most Powerful Creative Tool—But Who Owns What It Creates? – Interview with Co-Founder & CEO of Inception Point AI, Jeanine Wright, and Mark Stignani, who is Partner & Chair of Analytics Practice at Barnes & Thornburg LLP – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 172
Mark Stignani
Partner & Chair of Analytics Practice at Barnes & Thornburg LLP, IP and AI law expert.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Episode: AI is Becoming the World’s Most Powerful Creative Tool—But Who Owns What It Creates? – Interview with Co-Founder & CEO of Inception Point AI, Jeanine Wright, and Mark Stignani, who is Partner & Chair of Analytics Practice at Barnes & Thornburg LLP – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 172

Hosts

Ken Suzan
Host focused on IP law, with extensive involvement in interviewing guests and guiding interview flow.
Rolf Claessen
Co-host guiding the interview, providing interview structure and context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Microphone

    Interesting but would be great if a clearer microphone was used..

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    Rosy Mobbs
    Australia2 years ago
  • Resourceful Interview

    A comprehensive review of IP, AI and anti counterfeit challenges

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AbSabourMat
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • AI - what‘s coming next?

    Interesting to get more information on that topic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kitty_47
    Germany3 years ago
  • Deep Dive into IP

    Thank you for this Podcast. Interesting interviews around the IP area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NicknameBelegt22
    Germany3 years ago
  • Very interesting

    I like to listen and get your tipps and information. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ulrike Giller
    Germany3 years ago
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Engaging and accessible deep IP discussions with practical business takeaways.
Listeners value the international perspective on IP law and real-world implications for brands and tech.
High-caliber guests and clear interview style that translates complex topics into actionable insights.

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Interview with Peter Berg – Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and VPP President – Building Litigation Ready Patents – Politics, Acquisitions, NPEs and Post Quantum Cryptography – Why He Wants Germany’s Inventor Law Gone – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 179
Q: How does Infineon manage coordination of enforcement across multiple jurisdictions, and was this multi-system approach planned from the start?
Coordination is managed through a global legal-patent organization, proactive planning for diverse venues (including UPC and national courts), and a network of outside counsel to execute enforcement strategies; the approach evolved to be flexible and responsive to different markets, rather than being a rigid, one-size-fits-all plan.
Interview with Peter Berg – Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and VPP President – Building Litigation Ready Patents – Politics, Acquisitions, NPEs and Post Quantum Cryptography – Why He Wants Germany’s Inventor Law Gone – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 179
Q: How do you define a 'litigation-ready' patent in practical terms, and how has Infineon crafted its portfolio toward that goal?
A litigation-ready patent portfolio is one where the invention is well-supported by a strong technical and market rationale, thoroughly vetted by a cross-functional team, and prepared with a strategic view of potential enforcement in multiple jurisdictions, including consideration of licensing and defense options; Infineon achieves this through continuous portfolio pruning, diverse expert review, and alignment with business strategy to ensure the patents can withstand scrutiny in court.
Interview with Peter Berg – Chief IP Counsel at Infineon Technologies and VPP President – Building Litigation Ready Patents – Politics, Acquisitions, NPEs and Post Quantum Cryptography – Why He Wants Germany’s Inventor Law Gone – IP Fridays Podcast – Episode 179
Q: What are the two to three most concrete items the national IP strategy should deliver for Germany?
The strategy should focus on improving IP education across society, academia, and startups, strengthening national IP institutions with adequate funding, and ensuring a robust framework for transferring IP from universities to industry while maintaining effective collaboration with European institutions and a functional UPC pathway.
Long-Arm Jurisdiction in Europe – Interview With the Mastermind Behind the BSH v. Electrolux Decision of the ECJ Dr. Ernst-Peter Heilein – His View on Follow-Up Cases Like Fujifilm, Regeneron, and Onesta – IP Fridays – Episode 177
Q: What was the most important takeaway from the ECJ decision?
The home court can continue hearing the infringement case even if the defendant argues invalidity, shifting the balance of jurisdiction and reinforcing cross-border enforcement.
Long-Arm Jurisdiction in Europe – Interview With the Mastermind Behind the BSH v. Electrolux Decision of the ECJ Dr. Ernst-Peter Heilein – His View on Follow-Up Cases Like Fujifilm, Regeneron, and Onesta – IP Fridays – Episode 177
Q: What prompted you to pursue the idea of a single central action for cross-border patent disputes?
He explains the business need to enforce rights efficiently across multiple countries and how Article 4 Brussels I Regulation suggested a path to centralization.

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A concise, business-focused series that explores how intellectual property law intersects with real-world tech and corporate strategy. Episodes frequently center on cross-border enforcement, AI governance, platform regulation, and practical IP management for brands, startups, and large enterprises. Noteworthy is the sustained emphasis on European perspectives (including the UPC and EP jurisdiction issues) alongside US and global developments, plus a track record of interviewing high‑profile IP practitioners, policymakers, and industry leaders to unpack complex topics in accessible terms. This combination of rigorous legal analysis, pragmatic business takeaways, and access to top IP minds makes it a strong fit for listeners who want actionab... more

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