The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) and its Intellectual Property Working Group (IPWG) are pleased to invite you to an exclusive online seminar on the Cimbali Group Slayer Espresso Case and Anti-Unfair Competition Law, taking place on March 6, 2025, at 16:00 (Beijing time) via Zoom.
This event will provide a comprehensive legal analysis of the Cimbali Group's recent victory in China, focusing on the court’s recognition of the Slayer espresso machine's design as "influential" and the subsequent ban on infringing products. Additionally, the seminar will review other recent cases under the Anti-Unfair Competition Law, explore the proposed legislative amendments, and discuss their potential impact on businesses operating in China.
Key Topics
Cimbali Group Slayer Espresso Case – A landmark decision in IP protection
Recent Anti-Unfair Competition Law Cases – Key takeaways for businesses
Draft Revision of the Law – Anticipated changes and their implications
Agenda
🕓 16:00–16:10 | Opening Remarks & IPWG Introduction
Fabio Giacopello, CICC Intellectual Property Working Group Coordinator
🕓 16:10–16:15 | Draft Revision of Anti-Unfair Competition Law
Fredrick Xie, Head of Enforcement, Longitude Law Firm, Allasya Law & IP
🕓 16:15–16:25 | Recent Cases of Anti-Unfair Competition Law
Fabio Giacopello, Managing Partner, Allasya Law & IP
🕓 16:25–16:45 | Cimbali Group Slayer Espresso Case
Flavia Volpi, Legal Counsel, Cimbali Group
🕓 16:45–16:55 | Q&A Session
🕓 16:55–17:00 | Closing Remarks
Meet the Speakers
🔹 Fabio Giacopello – Managing Partner, Allasya Law & IP | CICC IPWG Coordinator
A leading IP expert in China, Fabio specializes in trademark portfolio management, dispute resolution, anti-counterfeiting enforcement, and technology transfer. Recognized as one of China’s top 100 IP experts in 2023, he also serves as an arbitrator at the Shanghai International Arbitration Center (SHIAC).
🔹 Fredrick Xie – Head of Enforcement, Longitude Law Firm
A highly experienced IP litigation specialist, Fredrick holds a Master’s in Law from Washington University in St. Louis (USA) and has extensive expertise in intellectual property disputes and enforcement strategies.
🔹 Flavia Volpi – Legal Counsel, Cimbali Group
Flavia oversees legal, corporate governance, and compliance matters across 16 global subsidiaries at Cimbali Group. With a background in M&A, intellectual property, and international trade law, she ensures compliance with global regulatory standards.
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📍 Platform: Zoom
📅 Date: March 6, 2025
⏰ Time: 16:00 (Beijing Time)
📍 Format: Online via Zoom
🎟 Tickets: Free for CICC Members | 120 RMB for Non-Members
🗣 Language: English
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into IP protection and competition law from industry experts. We look forward to seeing you online!