1. Directive 2024/2823 on Industrial Designs
A comprehensive framework modernizing EU design protection, including:
– Extended protection for digital and animated designs
– 25-year protection through renewable terms
– New provisions for spare parts protection
– Coverage of 3D printing rights
– Unified registration procedures across EU
– Enhanced customs enforcement measures
2. Directive 2024/2853 on Product Liability
Modernizes product liability rules by:
– Including software, digital files and services in scope
– Establishing compensation mechanisms for AI-related damages
– Extending liability to online platforms and circular economy operators
– Setting 3-year limitation periods and up to 25-year expiry periods
– Introducing new rules on burden of proof and evidence disclosure
– Covering cybersecurity vulnerabilities
3. Commission Implementing Regulation on Digital Platform Employment
Creates framework for collecting platform work statistics in 2026:
– Covers various work types from delivery to IT services
– Measures work intensity and income shares
– Tracks working hours and decision-making authority
– Includes classification of platform work types
– Monitors access to benefits and leave arrangements
4. Regulation Amending Council Regulation (EC) No 6/2002
Updates EU design protection system with:
– New provisions for electronic filing
– Updated fee structures
– Enhanced border measures
– Expanded design definitions covering physical and graphic forms
– New rules for multiple applications
– Modified professional representation requirements
5. Commission Implementing Regulation on ‘Seneno meso’
Registers ‘Seneno meso’ as Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG):
– Processed under transitional provisions between old and new geographical indications regulations
– No oppositions received during publication period
– Formal entry into EU register of traditional specialities
