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Saudi Arabia Joins the Madrid System: A New Milestone for International Trademark Protection

29 July 2026

Saudi Arabia Becomes Part of the Madrid System for International Trademark Registration Saudi Arabia will officially join the Madrid System on October

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Starker IP Recognised in the IP STARS 2026 Rankings

20 July 2026

We are delighted to announce that Starker IP has once again been recognised in the IP STARS 2026 rankings, one of the world’s leading guides to intell

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Aylin Özgür Attends ECTA 2026 in Dublin

17 June 2026

We are pleased to announce that our Partner, Aylin Özgür, is attending the 44th Annual Conference of the ECTA in Dublin, Ireland. Held under the theme

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Dilek Zeybel at the WIPO Panelists Meeting in Geneva

2 June 2026

Starker IP is pleased to share that our Managing Partner, Dilek Zeybel, recently attended the annual panelists meeting organized by the WIPO Arbitrati

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Dilek Zeybel to Moderate Table Topics Session at INTA 2026 Annual Meeting

25 March 2026

We are pleased to announce that our Partner, Dilek Zeybel, will be moderating a Table Topics session at the upcoming INTA 2026 Annual Meeting, taking

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“Making Waves in the Turkish IP Landscape” WTR 1000 – 2026 Ranking

13 February 2026

Starker IP is proud to be ranked in the WTR 1000 – The World’s Leading Trademark Professionals 2026. This year’s publication describes the firm as “ma

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Starker IP Partner Dilek Zeybel speaks at NAPA IP Practice Forum 2025

8 October 2025

Date: 10 October 2025 Location: Online We are pleased to announce that Dilek Zeybel, Partner at Starker IP and WIPO UDRP Panelist, has been invited to

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Commercialisation of Patents Highlighted at the SmartNet Global Project’s National Patent Fair

1 May 2025

On April 30, 2025, the SMARTNET National Patent Fair was held at the Istanbul Technology Commercialisation Centre (BTM), bringing together innovation

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Empowering Innovation: Protecting Great Ideas at the Techxtile Innovation Challenge – Starker IP Supports Innovators and Startups Pro Bono

29 April 2025

At Starker IP, we are proud to support innovation and creativity in the design and textile sectors. The Techxtile Innovation Challenge, organized with

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Starker IP at the 22nd KALDER Quality and Success Symposium

29 April 2025

We were delighted to participate in the 22nd Quality and Success Symposium, organized by the Turkish Quality Association (KALDER), held this year in B

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Our Managing Partner Dilek Zeybel Attended the WIPO 25th Anniversary Conference

29 April 2025

On April 23, 2025, Starker Patent A.Ş. Managing Partner Dilek Zeybel attended the WIPO Conference in Geneva, marking the 25th anniversary of the Unifo

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Plant Breeders’ Rights in Türkiye: A Comprehensive Guide for Applicants

3 April 2025

In today’s global landscape, where food security, climate resilience, and agricultural innovation are deeply intertwined, the legal protection of new

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Agreements and Contracts in Intellectual Property: Maximizing the Value of Your IP Assets

3 April 2025

In today’s innovation-driven economy, intellectual property has become one of the most valuable assets for businesses of all sizes. Protecting and str

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Significant Changes in Turkey’s Classification List of Goods and Services on 20.12.2024

19 March 2025

The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office published significant changes in the country’s official Classification of Goods and Services list on Dec

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Maximize Your International Trademark Protection with Turkish Government Subsidies

6 March 2025

In today’s globalised economy, protecting your brand internationally is a crucial step for ensuring market expansion and safeguarding intellectual pro

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Trademark Use Requirements Under Turkish IP Law

22 February 2025

Trademark protection grants the owner exclusive rights, but these rights come with an obligation to use the trademark genuinely. Under Turkish IP Code

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The Importance of Customs Records in Intellectual Property Rights Protection: A Strategic Measure Against Infringement

21 February 2025

In today’s global market, where counterfeit and infringing products flow across borders increasingly, protecting intellectual property rights has beco

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Aylin Özgür to Represent Starker IP at AIPPI MidTerm Meeting 2025

12 February 2025

The AIPPI MidTerm Meeting 2025, one of the most prestigious global gatherings in the field of intellectual property, will take place in the beautiful

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Dilek Zeybel Appointed as a WIPO UDRP Panelist

5 February 2025

We are pleased to announce that Dilek Zeybel has been appointed as a WIPO UDRP Panelist. This appointment reflects her deep expertise in trademark pro

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The Impact of AI on Intellectual Property Law – Will Be Moderated by Dilek Zeybel at INTA 2025 in San Diego

4 February 2025

We are excited to share that our Partner Dilek Zeybel, from Starker IP, will be moderating a Table Topic at this year’s INTA Annual Meeting in San Die

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Developing Soft Skills in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

4 February 2025

Artificial intelligence allows routine tasks to be completed faster and more efficiently, allowing people to focus on more important things. At the sa

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Navigating Trademark Opposition and Appeals: Key Considerations

4 February 2025

When a trademark opposition is unsuccessful, evaluating the available options before deciding whether to appeal the decision or explore alternative st

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The latest edition of the WTR 1000: The World’s Leading Trademark Firms and Professionals is out today

4 February 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Starker IP has officially debuted as a recommended firm in the prestigious WTR 1000 rankings for 2025! What started w

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Hot Topic: Strengthening IP Protection in Türkiye – TÜRKPATENT’s Latest Trends and Challenges

30 January 2025

The Turkish intellectual property protection system has been evolving rapidly, with new trends emerging in trademark, patent, and design rights enforc

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Strengthening Digital IP Protection in Türkiye: Domain Name Disputes and Online Enforcement

29 January 2025

With the digital landscape expanding rapidly, the protection of intellectual property (IP) rights in Türkiye has become more complex. Two major areas

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Understanding Priority Requirements for IR Designs Under Turkish IP Law

21 January 2025

Under Turkish intellectual property law, applicants invoking priority rights based on the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property m

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Unlocking Innovation: A Comprehensive Guide to Patent Commercialization

21 January 2025

Patents are valuable assets that, when commercialized effectively, can drive innovation and generate revenue. To help you embark on the journey of pat

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The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office has taken over invalidation actions based on non-use of trademarks from courts as of January 2024

23 January 2024

As already known, in January 2017, the new trademark and patent law No. 6769 came into force in Türkiye, which is almost identical to EU law and inclu

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Take the Advantage of Multiple Design Filings in Türkiye

20 January 2024

One of Türkiye’s most significant prosecutions in the design registration field is implementing a multiple-filing system. Contrary to popular be

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The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office started notifying Applicants of International Trademarks Concerning Incoming Oppositions

20 January 2024

International trademark holders designating Türkiye were deeply disadvantaged by incoming opposition from third parties against published trademarks i

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The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office Launches New Search App

2 November 2023

As meanwhile known, the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office is a totally digital and paperless office, which is very transparent. The local Office la

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