The 2026 China IP & Innovation Summit was held in Shenzhen on August 20–21, bringing together government authorities, corporate IP leaders, legal professionals and other industry experts to discuss key issues shaping intellectual property protection and innovation. Chang Tsi & Partners participated in the Summit on August 21, with Shenzhen Office Head Michael Wu speaking at the Information & Communications Technology session and Shanghai Office Head Leslie Xu serving as moderator of the Trademark session.

Addressing the Patent Challenges of IoT Innovation

At the Information & Communications Technology session, Michael Wu delivered a presentation titled “IoT Patent Challenges and Strategies for Overcoming Them.” His presentation examined the intellectual property issues arising from the rapid convergence of IoT, communications technologies, smart devices and other emerging technologies.

Drawing on his extensive experience in patent litigation and IP dispute resolution, Michael Wu shared practical perspectives on addressing these challenges through strategic patent planning, portfolio management, risk assessment and enforcement. His insights highlighted the importance of moving beyond protection of individual inventions toward a more integrated approach to patent strategy.

With extensive experience in communications, electronics, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing, Michael Wu has handled complex patent disputes and IP matters involving a range of emerging technologies. His participation in the session reflects Chang Tsi & Partners’ continued focus on the evolving IP challenges associated with technological innovation.

Exploring Trademark Protection and Brand Strategy

The Trademark session brought together professionals to discuss current issues in trademark protection and brand management. As businesses expand both domestically and internationally, trademarks have become increasingly important strategic assets, while companies face more sophisticated challenges involving registration, enforcement, portfolio management and cross-border brand protection.

Leslie Xu, Head of Chang Tsi & Partners’ Shanghai Office and Director of Chang Tsi Strategic Research Institute, served as moderator of the session, facilitating discussions among industry professionals and corporate representatives. With Shanghai serving as a major hub for international business, technology and consumer brands, the firm’s Shanghai team works closely with businesses on trademark protection and broader IP strategies. Leslie Xu’s participation further reflects the firm’s commitment to engaging with the evolving needs of businesses and sharing practical perspectives on brand protection.

Strengthening IP Capabilities Across East and South China

Chang Tsi & Partners has long focused on comprehensive IP legal services covering patents, trademarks, copyright, unfair competition and IP disputes. Its patent practice brings together professionals with expertise across electronics and communications, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, chemistry, mechanical engineering and advanced manufacturing.

In recent years, the firm has continued to strengthen its presence in key economic and innovation centers across China. Its Shanghai and Shenzhen offices serve clients in the Yangtze River Delta and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area respectively, working closely with the firm’s other offices to support technology companies, manufacturers, consumer brands and multinational businesses.