Leuven IP & AI Conference 2026
by Centre for IT and IP Law (CiTiP), Faculty of Law and Criminology, KU Leuven
The Leuven IP & AI Conference 2026 is a premier event dedicated to exploring the intersection of Intellectual Property (IP) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Organized by the Centre for IT and IP Law (CiTiP) at KU Leuven's Faculty of Law and Criminology, this conference aims to provide a platform for advanced reflection on the latest developments in IP and AI. It follows the successful Durham 2025 edition and seeks to bring together national, European, and global IP scholars and practitioners.
The conference will cover key topics such as AI and creativity, AI and innovation, AI and platforms, and AI and consumers. Sessions will include presentations and discussions chaired by esteemed academics, focusing on themes like human and machine authorship, patenting AI-generated inventions, the impact of AI on platform governance, and the role of AI in consumer perspectives.
Practical details include a full-day conference on May 18, 2026, held on-site at the KU Leuven Faculty of Law and Criminology, followed by a Researchers workshop on May 19, 2026. The event will feature networking opportunities, on-site lunch, and a closing reception. Notable speakers include Ruth Okediji from Harvard University, who will deliver the keynote address, and other distinguished scholars serving as session chairs and discussants.
This conference is ideal for IP scholars, legal practitioners, policymakers, and researchers interested in the evolving relationship between IP law and AI. Attendees will gain insights into the latest developments, engage in meaningful discussions, and network with leading experts in the field.
Speakers(15)
Alain Strowel
Professor at Université catholique de Louvain
Alain Strowel is a Professor at Université catholique de Louvain, specializing in intellectual property law and information law.
Angelia Jia Wang
Lecturer at Durham University
Angelia Jia Wang is a Lecturer at Durham University, specializing in intellectual property law and digital technologies.
Christophe Geiger
Professor at LUISS University
Christophe Geiger is a Professor at LUISS University, focusing on intellectual property law and innovation.
Isabelle Huys
Vice-Rector Research at KU Leuven
Isabelle Huys serves as the Vice-Rector for Research at KU Leuven, overseeing the university's research initiatives and policies.
Jan De Bruyne
Head of CiTiP at KU Leuven
Jan de Bruyne is the Head of the Centre for IT & IP Law (CiTiP) at KU Leuven, specializing in information technology and intellectual property law.
Jozefien Vanherpe
Professor at KU Leuven
Jozefien Vanherpe is a Professor at KU Leuven, focusing on intellectual property law and media law.
Marie-Christine Janssens
Professor at KU Leuven
Marie-Christine Janssens is a Professor at KU Leuven, specializing in intellectual property law and serving as a moderator for conference discussions.
Martin Senftleben
Professor at University of Amsterdam
Martin Senftleben is a Professor at the University of Amsterdam, with research interests in intellectual property law and cultural diversity.
Peter Yu
Professor at Texas A&M University
Peter Yu is a Professor at Texas A&M University, specializing in intellectual property law and policy.
Ruth L. Okediji
Professor at Harvard University
Ruth Okediji is a Professor at Harvard University, renowned for her expertise in intellectual property law and international trade.
Séverine Dusollier
Professor at SciencesPo
Séverine Dusollier is a Professor at SciencesPo, with research interests in copyright law and digital technologies.
Tanya Aplin
Professor at King's College London
Tanya Aplin is a Professor at King's College London, with expertise in intellectual property law and privacy.
Thomas Margoni
Professor at KU Leuven
Thomas Margoni is a Professor at KU Leuven, focusing on intellectual property law and its intersection with technology.
Tianxiang He
Assistant Professor at City University Hong Kong
Tianxiang He is an Assistant Professor at City University Hong Kong, focusing on intellectual property law and technology.
Wouter Devroe
Dean, Faculty of Law and Criminology at KU Leuven
Wouter Devroe is the Dean of the Faculty of Law and Criminology at KU Leuven, leading the faculty's academic and administrative functions.
Event Details
- Date
- May 18-19, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇧🇪 Leuven, Belgium
- Faculty of Law and Criminology, KU Leuven
- Pricing
- €35 - €200
- Audience
- IP scholars, legal practitioners, policymakers, researchers
- CLE Credits
- OVB - Orde van Vlaamse Balies (in aanvraag)