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Upcoming Seminar on Trade Secret Protection

Overview

On June 25, 2025, a significant seminar titled "Recent Trends in Trade Secret Protection" will take place, led by Naoki Kurokawa, an esteemed associate at the Intellectual Property Policy Office of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). This event aims to address critical developments in the field of trade secrets, focusing particularly on the revision of the guidelines for managing trade secrets.

Context

In recent years, the number of cases related to the infringement of trade secrets has risen sharply, and there has been a surge in media coverage surrounding this issue. The increased scrutiny highlights a burgeoning interest in how companies safeguard their proprietary information. To assist businesses in strengthening their management strategies for trade secrets, METI has updated its guidelines for the first time in six years. This seminar provides a vital platform for understanding these changes.

Seminar Details

• - Date and Time: June 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (JST)
• - Location: SSK Seminar Room, 4th Floor, Zaimax Nishishinbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishishinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
• - Format: Attend in person, via live Zoom webinar, or access archived content for two weeks following the event.

Key Seminar Topics

1. Background on Trade Secret Misappropriations: An exploration of the factors contributing to the increased focus on trade secrets, examining both legal and industry perspectives.
2. Understanding Trade Secrets Under Anti-Unfair Competition Law: A detailed look at how trade secrets are defined and protected under Japanese regulations.
3. Revisions to the Trade Secret Management Guidelines:
- Positioning of the Guidelines: Understanding where these updated guidelines fit within existing regulatory frameworks.
- Changes and Updates: A breakdown of the reasoning and principles behind the revisions.
- Specific Content Updates:
- Managing secrets in generative AI contexts.
- Considering non-publicity when information is disclosed on the dark web.
4. Additional Insights: Further discussion points related to trade secret management.
5. Q&A Session and Networking: An opportunity for attendees to ask questions and exchange contact information.

Registration and Contact Information

For more details and to register, please visit the SSK Seminar Page.
For inquiries, contact the SSK Institute at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 03-5532-8850
Fax: 03-5532-8851

About SSK Institute

Founded on December 6, 1996, the New Society System Institute (SSK) has over 28 years of experience in organizing approximately 500 corporate seminars annually. SSK is dedicated to delivering rapid access to high-level business strategy, marketing, and technology information, all aimed at fostering business opportunities. Beyond seminars, SSK provides a range of services including event planning, speaker dispatching, B2B advertising, commissioned research, and on-demand seminar access. SSK remains committed to being a strategic partner in the continuous evolution of the business landscape.