Innovation

GW Law Unveils the Bernard Center: A Legacy of Innovation in Law and Technology

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The George Washington University Law School has honored alumni Eugene L. Bernard and his wife, Barbara, by naming its newly established center for law and technology after them. This recognition comes following a significant donation from the Bernards aimed at enhancing GW Law’s Intellectual Property and Technology Law programs. Eugene Bernard, a distinguished member of the 1951 graduating class, had a notable career practicing intellectual property law in Washington, D.C., impacting the field significantly. He achieved a landmark victory before the United States Supreme Court in the 1980 case of Dawson Chemical … Read more

Turkey’s Innovation Party Challenges 2017 Referendum: A Legal Battle for Democracy as Unstamped Ballots Come Under Fire

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Ankara, Turkey — The Innovation Party (YP) has initiated a legal challenge to overturn a 2017 constitutional referendum, which granted President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan expansive powers by shifting Turkey’s governance from a parliamentary system to an executive presidency. The party’s lawsuit, filed in the Ankara 1st Civil Court of First Instance, claims that the use of unstamped ballots undermined the legitimacy of the vote, as reported by the Turkish edition of Euronews. Party Chairman Öztürk Yılmaz announced the lawsuit on social media, where he distributed relevant court documents while emphasizing allegations of widespread irregularities concerning … Read more

Sharjah Unveils 74 Nominees for Prestigious Government Communication Award 2025, Showcasing Global Excellence in Innovation and Impact

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Sharjah, United Arab Emirates — The Sharjah Government Media Bureau has unveiled 74 nominees across 23 categories for the 12th Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA 2025), following a deliberation by the Supreme Jury Committee. This prestigious event recognizes excellence in governmental and organizational communication. The award encompasses five key sectors, which include categories for government entities, international organizations, and the private sector. There are also individual awards, partner distinctions, jury selections, and a competition recognizing innovative approaches to smart communication. This year’s SGCA attracted over 2,600 submissions, with more than 600 entries from 37 countries … Read more

"FICCI Publishing Awards 2025: Celebrating Innovation and Excellence in Indian Literature"

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New Delhi, India — The FICCI Publishing Awards 2025 recognized outstanding contributions to the publishing industry during a ceremony held at the Publicon 2025 conference on August 5. HarperCollins and Pratham Books were among the prominent winners celebrated for their literary excellence. This year’s highlights included awards across various categories, showcasing the diversity of talent in the publishing sector. In the children’s literature categories, Richa Jha’s “Mommies,” illustrated by Priya Sebastian, received the prestigious title of Children’s Book of the Year in English for readers under 10 years. The Special Jury Award for the same … Read more