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GII 2020: Top 10 innovative countries include Sweden, UK, Denmark and Germany
The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) has issued their annual Global Innovation Index and the rankings of the most innovative countries are pretty much the same as last year, with Sweden on an impressing silver position after Switzerland and with the US on a 3rd rank. The UK can be found on rank 4, Denmark on rank 6 and Germany on rank 9, all these are innovative countries with a local Zacco presence.
Swedish Data Protection Authority approves Binding Corporate Rules for the first time
Through the GDPR, all EU Member States, as well as the EEA countries, are considered to provide equal protection of personal data and privacy. Consequently, personal data may be transferred freely within this area. Corresponding rules, ensuring the protection of personal integrity when processing personal data, do, however, not exist in all countries outside the EU/EEA. The GDPR thus contains rules regarding the conditions under which it is permitted to transfer personal data to third countries. Binding Corporate Rules (or BCR’s) are an instrument that can be used for this purpose.
New ruling affects international transfer of personal data ("Schrems II")
On 16 July 2020, the Court of Justice of the EU (“CJEU”) issued its decision in Data Protection Commissioner v. Facebook Ireland Limited, Maximillian Schrems (Case C-311/18, “Schrems II”).
Zacco appoints Björn Sjöholm as new Director Cyber Security
We have the pleasure to announce that Björn Sjöholm will join Zacco in August 2020. Bringing close to three decades of work experience within the field of information technology and cyber security, he is the dream candidate to shoulder the responsibilities of Zacco’s new Director for Cyber Security.
Mikael Sandberg joins Zacco as new Manager for the Patent Attorney team in Norway & the UK
It is with great pleasure we now can announce that European Patent Attorney Mikael Sandberg has accepted to head Zacco’s patent business in our region Norway & the UK as of September 1, 2020. Mikael comes most recently from a position as Head of Patents Components at Scania and will contribute to strengthen the operations in the region with his profound leadership skills and work experience within the IP industry.
Fredrik Cappelen elected new Chairman of Zacco’s Board of Directors
We are proud to announce that Fredrik Cappelen has been appointed new Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting earlier this June. Fredrik brings profound experience from similar positions in other companies and he has a record of accomplishments including six successful stock exchange listings conducted with Fredrik as chairman.
Thomas Rukin appointed new Regional Director for Norway & the UK
We are proud to announce that experienced Attorney-at-Law and Head of Legal at Zacco, Thomas Rukin has taken over the lead in the region Norway & the UK. Thus, he is now heading a skilful team of close to 50 patent, trademark and design attorneys and paralegals.
IAM Patent 1000: Zacco achieves top results on firm and individual level
Intellectual Asset Management (IAM) has now issued the 2020 edition of IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals 2020 – a comprehensive guide that identifies the top patent professionals in key jurisdictions around the globe. Zacco is proud to announce that 18 attorneys from Denmark, Sweden and Norway are recognised and featured among the leading practitioners.
Managing IP ranks Lone Prehn as one of the Top 250 Women in IP
Congratulations to Attorney at Law Lone Prehn who made this year’s Top 250 Women in IP list.
Odd Bolin joins Zacco as new CFO
We have the pleasure to welcome Odd Bolin as our new CFO for the Zacco Group. Odd Bolin has been working with Zacco since February this year as an external finance consultant, but has taken over as permanent group CFO after Håkan Tjärnemo as of June 1, 2020. Håkan Tjärnemo who has held the CFO responsibility in Zacco since 2013, has decided to step down as a gradual retirement.
Zacco helps inventor claim IP rights
Zacco recently provided valuable professional assistance in a patent related dispute between Zacco’s client Roya Sabetrasekh and the UiO.
Welcome to Zacco, Coreena Brinck!
Coreena Brinck is a European Patent Attorney and UK Patent Attorney and a Fellow of the UK Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys (CIPA). She is based in London and has joined Zacco this month. We became curious and asked if she could do us the favour to present herself. Why would someone with a PhD in Space Physics enjoy working with intellectual property?
Managing IP: Thirteen Zacco practitioners ranked as IP Stars 2020
Based on their comprehensive research, Managing IP (MIP) has now released the names of the IP Stars 2020 – the list of highly recommended IP attorneys in private practice. This year, an impressive number of thirteen Zacco attorneys is included in this leading guide for the IP industry.
Zacco launches new Digital Trust offer and a new and dedicated website
In today’s digital world, all organizations, no matter their size, need to assure that they have the right level of Digital Trust. Not only is it important in order to keep a company’s internal data, its employees and client data safe – it also vouches for brand reputation. During the corona pandemic, we see that businesses worldwide are facing an increasing number of digital threats and need to review their security level. Zacco launches a new Digital Trust offer and a new microsite at www.zaccodigitaltrust.com to help our clients build and retain the digital trust of their stakeholders.
"Digitalisation and computer technology are enablers for green innovations"
Zacco joins the virtual celebrations of the 2020’s World IP Day on April 26! This year’s focus lies on green innovation. Zacco’s Henrik Aurell and Tomas Wässingbo both have many years of experience as patent consultants working with GreenTech/CleanTech and related inventions, so we invited them to a joint interview and asked them to share their ideas. The interview was conducted in the beginning of April.
Peo Lundquist joins Zacco and strengthens our presence in Värmland and Dalarna
Today, Attorney at Law Peo Lundquist has joined Zacco as a partner. Together with a dedicated team, he will assist clients in the regions Värmland and Dalarna to identify, protect and enforce their assets.
Coronavirus: Zacco will remain in operation
We are able to do so qua our flexible work environment allowing staff to maintain business as usual even when working remote.
Welcome to Zacco, Johan Becker!
Software Consultant Johan Becker has joined the Gothenburg office. That felt like a great opportunity to ask him some quick questions on his first day.
MIP EMEA Awards 2020: Zacco is Trade Mark Prosecution Firm of the Year in Denmark
Last night in London, the winners of the EMEA Awards by Managing IP were presented during a lavish gala dinner at the Marriott Hotel at Grosvenor Square. Head of Legal Thomas Mølsgaard from Zacco’s headquarters in Copenhagen had the pleasure to receive the Firm of the Year award for Trade Mark Prosecution in Denmark on Zacco’s behalf. Congratulations to all colleagues who contributed to this success!
Do you know how to protect yourself against hackers?
Eight recommendations for how to protect your personal data and devices against IT criminals. 1. Consider the set-up of your internet router.