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V’ghn: Grenada’s prince of Soca music and WIPO’s newest IP Youth Ambassador
Grenada's rising Soca star V'ghn is emerging on the global stage not just through his growing follower base, but now as the latest IP Youth Ambassador for WIPO. Discover his insights on how musicians can transform their artistry into lasting livelihoods.
Tantrum pending: how one father took his pacifier from patent to market – and weaned his daughter off her dummy
The pacifier is a near-universal object that was first patented more than a century ago. So, what could there be left to reinvent? A young father from Singapore may have the answer.
How Al Sadu Society is weaving IP into the promotion of traditional textiles in Kuwait
This non-profit is using IP to preserve and promote traditional Al Sadu weaving in Kuwait and beyond and is breathing new life into an ancient Arabian craft.
Leveraging IP Awareness Among Law Students in Puerto Rico
Lorraine Juarbe, a law professor from Puerto Rico, supports World Intellectual Property Day and offers her students a hands-on opportunity to better understand the importance of intellectual property rights.
Crafting a Better Future for Women with Etikoppaka Wooden Toys
Discover how women in the Indian village of Etikoppaka have embraced the art of creating wooden toys, improved their livelihoods and leading to economic stability and recognition for their geographical indication (GI) rights.
The Art of China’s Li Brocade: Weaving Tradition and Innovation
The Li people of Hainan Island in the People’s Republic of China are known for their beautiful brocade art, which reflects their rich history and cultural traditions. Having mastered traditional techniques, the Li People are continue to pass on their knowledge to future generations, keeping brocade art alive with innovative contemporary designs.
BioTech: Revolutionizing Agriculture with Sustainable Biocontrol Solutions in Costa Rica
BioTech, a Costa Rican biotech company co-founded by Lizzy Retana Villalobos, is using fungi and bacteria to control plant disease for a more organic and sustainable approach to agriculture.
WiseShape: Revolutionizing Winemaking with Eco-Efficient Concrete Tanks
Since 2018, entrepreneur Tatiana Sá Marques, co-founder and CEO of WiseShape, has been working to revolutionize traditional winemaking and improve the environmental performance of Portuguese winemakers with its eco-efficient concrete tanks.
Nigerian Author Sparks Creativity Among Young Creators
Having successfully published her first novel at the age of 21, Nigerian author Chidera Okolie aims to foster a culture of creativity among aspiring young writers in her country. Learn about Okolie's journey and her efforts to nurture Nigeria’s next generation of creatives.
Lion Lights: Shedding Light on Wildlife Protection in Africa
Young Kenyan inventor Richard Turere has developed an ingenious automated flashing light system to safeguard livestock from lions and other large predators. His foundation, Lion Lights, works with local communities across Africa, encouraging them to use this system to promote peaceful coexistence between humans and wildlife.
H2L: Bridging the Gap Between Humans, Machines and Virtual Environments
Award-winning entrepreneur Emi Tamaki is developing haptics technology to change the way human bodies interact with and experience virtual environments. Her company, H2L (Happy Hacking Life), is at the forefront of this pioneering field.
With Freestyle La 72 Young Colombian Rappers Imagine a Better Future
Colombian youth foundation Freestyle La 72 is using rap freestyling battles to support youth, creating opportunities for them to hone their talents and build a career in rap.
New Generation of Miniature Satellites Brings Connectivity to Remote Areas
While, these days, we take mobile coverage for granted, it is still impossible to get network coverage in many locations. Spanish company FOSSA Systems is producing miniature, low-cost satellites to bring reliable connectivity to remote areas.
Oaxacanita Chocolate: Reviving Indigenous Mixtec Cocoa Traditions
Discover how the social enterprise Oaxacanita Chocolate is leading local development with Indigenous communities to produce chocolate that embraces the traditions of Mexico’s cocoa culture.
Bhutan’s YiGa Chocolate: How a six-minute cake recipe sparked business success
The idea for YiGa Chocolate, Bhutan’s pioneering artisanal chocolate-making company, was hatched in 2017, during a mother-daughter baking session. The company is fast making a name for itself as one of Bhutan's premium chocolate exporters.
Well-knit: building a stable platform for sustainable fashion in Southeast Asia
Panublix is leading the way towards sustainable fashion by connecting fiber producers, artisans, designers and consumers. Co-founder Noreen Bautista explains how the company promotes Indigenous knowledge and an eco-friendly farm-to-fashion business model.
Syrian engineering student’s award-winning exoskeleton promises to change lives
Hekma Jabouli was just 25-years-old when she created a smart electronic lower body exoskeleton to help her sister walk again. She hopes her patent-protected invention will be a game-changer enabling others to regain their mobility and independence.
Revolutionizing communication with emojis
Binglu’s award-winning video documents the creation of GIF emojis to ensure nothing ever gets lost in translation and no opportunities are missed due to breakdowns in communication.
Getting rid of bulky plasters with 3-D printed technology
Discover FIIXIT Orthotic Lab, a Spanish company that is transforming the orthotics market with its customized 3-D printed splints.
The Capital Copyright Society in China: supporting China’s creative industries
Bringing together creators, rights holders and legal specialists, the Capital Copyright Society (CCS) of China is a cross-sector professional organization is playing a key role in unlocking the latent value of China's creative economy in the field of copyright.
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