AI-Powered Trademark Evidence of Use: Questel Partners with UZ.IP

Questel, a global leader in intellectual property (IP) solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with UZ.IP, a startup pioneering AI-powered software for trademark evidence of use management. This partnership expands Questel’s integrated digital ecosystem and reinforces its position as a trusted technology partner across the entire IP lifecycle.

UZ.IP’s platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently extract and classify documents that establish proof of use for brands in specified markets—a vital task for legal teams managing trademark portfolios in multiple jurisdictions. By integrating this cutting-edge capability into its broader offering, Questel continues to deliver on its mission: to help organizations manage intellectual assets with precision, intelligence, and efficiency.

“This partnership brings powerful, practical AI to one of the most time-consuming challenges in trademark management,” said Charles Besson, CEO at Questel. “It fits perfectly within our one-stop shop vision—where every step of the IP journey is connected through an intelligent, scalable platform.”

This new functionality complements Questel’s end-to-end IP platform, which connects:

Together, these solutions form a seamlessly integrated environment—a true digital ecosystem for IP practitioners. From early-stage discovery and competitive intelligence to portfolio management and automation, Questel enables clients to centralize and simplify their entire IP workflow.

“Joining forces with Questel marks a major step in our journey,” said Julie Cahen, CEO of UZ.IP. “We’re excited to bring our AI innovation to Questel’s global customer base and help modernize trademark operations at scale.”

This recognition of UZ.IP’s value reflects Questel’s ongoing commitment to innovation and its leadership in the transformation of IP management—offering legal and R&D teams the tools they need to navigate today’s complex IP landscape with confidence.