
Arbitration and Mediation Matters
Podcast offering insights on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options for innovation and intellectual property disputes. Features conversations with international practitioners, mediators and arbitrators. Produced by the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center, it provides a platform for discussing practical aspects of ADR in the IP field. Contact information and further details are available within the episodes.
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AI, Intellectual Property, and Alternative Dispute Resolution: Finding Creative Solutions
In this episode of the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Matters podcast, we welcome Andres Izquierdo, an expert working at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation. With experience advising governments, international organizations, and tech companies, Andres shares his professional journey from working in Colombia's music industry and Sony Music to founding his own specialized firm and se

Strengthening IP Dispute Resolution in Africa through the WIPO ADR Co-Administration Program
In this episode of the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Matters podcast, we welcome Maureen Fondo, Head of Copyright and Related Rights at the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO). With over 16 years of experience in copyright law, Maureen shares her professional journey into intellectual property, highlighting how her background as a lawyer, lecturer, and artist has shaped he

The International Games and Esports Tribunal
In this episode of the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Matters podcast, we welcome Stephen Hanna, the Chief Executive Officer of the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC). We discuss the mission and initiatives of ESIC and focus on the groundbreaking initiative of the newly established International Games and Esports Tribunal (IGET). IGET is a collaboration between ESIC and the WIPO Arbitration and M

ADR, videogames, and esports
In this episode we welcome Sergi Mesonero, Head of esports at Video Games Europe. With over a decade of experience in the gaming industry, Sergi has been advancing esports and shaping policies across Europe. Sergi shares insights into the complexities of organizing esports competitions, the importance of collaboration between stakeholders, the role of intellectual property, and ADR as a tool to h

ADR and Copyright Management and new technologies
In this episode we welcome Anita Huss, CEO and Secretary General of the International Federation of Reproduction Rights Organizations (IFRRO). With over two decades of experience in intellectual property and copyright, Anita shares her insights into the evolving landscape of copyright management in the digital age, focusing on artificial intelligence, collective management organizations (CMOs), an

ADR and the EU IP Digital Environment
In this episode, we dive with Professor Eleonora Rosati into the significance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the EU digital environment, her journey into IP law, the challenges of copyright in the digital age, the shift towards digital content, the growing necessity for ADR to resolve disputes especially for SMEs and innovators in this environment, and more.

WIPO ADR for Video Games and Esports Disputes
In this episode, we're unlocking a whole new level as we venture into the unpredictable world where video games, eSports, and dispute resolution intersect. Through case studies and real-world examples, we will be leveling the playing field for conflicts without the game-over of traditional court litigation. Whether you're a player, creator, or practitioner, you will gain a clear understanding of h

Resolving Copyright and Content-Related Disputes in the Digital Age
Step into the dynamic world of copyright and content-related disputes in the digital age as we explore how alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms, play a pivotal role in resolving these IP disputes.In this latest episode, discover the importance of digital copyright, the hurdles creators encounter, and the impact of ADR in preserving business relationships, navigating technical intricacie

Empowering SMEs, Creators, and Entrepreneurs in Resolving IP and Tech Disputes Strategically through WIPO Mediation
In this insightful episode, we explore the strategic benefits of utilizing mediation as a powerful tool for preventing and resolving intellectual property (IP) and technology-related disputes. Through real-world examples from WIPO mediations, discover how parties have effectively transformed conflicts into valuable business opportunities by leveraging mediation to negotiate contracts and foster co

WIPO ADR for SEP and Patent Licensing Disputes
In recent years, the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center (the “WIPO Center”) has administered some 70 WIPO mediation cases relating to FRAND licensing negotiations. Under the WIPO Mediation Rules, mediators facilitate licensing negotiations to help parties agree on FRAND licensing terms. Evelyn Chen, director at Ericsson's IP Rights and Licensing group, and Margarita Kato from the WIPO Arbitrati

WIPO ADR for Fashion and Luxury Disputes
Disputes in the fashion and luxury industries relate to a wide variety of contracts, including retail, licensing, distribution, franchising, advertising and exploitation of image rights, among others. Ida Palombella, Partner at Deloitte Legal in Milan, and Chiara Accornero from the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center in Geneva discuss the advantages that alternative dispute resolution offers to

A WIPO Mediation Case Study in the Life Sciences Sector
Mediation is an attractive option for parties that place a premium on the preservation or enhancement of their relationship, seek to maintain control over the dispute settlement process, value confidentiality, or want to reach a speedy settlement without damage to their reputations. In this episode, Selin Ozturk and Margarita Kato from the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center discuss key elements

ADR for Copyright and Content Disputes in the Digital Environment
The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center with the support of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea (MCST) conducted an extensive survey on the use of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms to resolve digital copyright and content disputes. Dev Gangjee, Professor of Intellectual Property Law at the University of Oxford, Leandro Toscano and Oscar Suarez, from

How to Resolve IT and Software Disputes with Arbitration and Mediation
Innovative businesses in the IT and software industry often face disputes that can disrupt their commercial relationships or activities. Lam Chung Nian, Head of Intellectual Property, Technology & Data Group of WongPartnership LLP, and Chiara Accornero from the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center discuss the advantages of using mediation and arbitration to resolve these disputes quickly and cost











