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Enhancing cosmetic formulations: Do cosmeceuticals really work?

In recent years, the convergence of beauty and pharmaceuticals has given rise to a new category of skincare products: cosmeceuticals. Cosmeceuticals blend cosmetic and pharmaceutical benefits and are designed to address skin complaints such as acne, dermatitis, and signs of aging.

LEGAL UPDATE

The future of aquaculture and IP

Aquaculture, also known as fish farming or aquafarming, is the rearing of aquatic species in a closed or controlled environment specifically for human consumption.

LEGAL UPDATE

CJEU clarifies SPC eligibility for combination products

The Court of Justice of the European Union has issued its long-awaited judgement on the interpretation of Articles 3(a) and (c) of the SPC Regulation in the joined cases C-119/22 and C-149/22.

AI & IP

First draft of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice has been released

The European AI Office is currently facilitating the drawing-up of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice. The European Commission published the first draft of the Code on 14 November 2024. Further drafts are to be prepared, with the final version of the Code forecast to be released by 2 May 2025, in accordance with Article 56 (Codes of Practice) of the EU AI Act.