IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 28, 2023

Action in China can be an important tool for combating these problems. Head of the firm’s China Intellectual Property team, Paolo Beconcini covers the complex challenges of fighting global counterfeiting for INDICAM (Italian Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property), with focus on the “offline” counterfeiting issues in China.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 2, 2022

What is the status of the China utility model process? For US filers seeking patent protection in China, the utility model is an attractive alternative to filing regular utility patent applications. Understandably, companies seek cost-effective ways to gain utility patent protection without spending so much.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 28, 2023

Action in China can be an important tool for combating these problems. Paolo shares his first-hand experience with raids and enforcement in China over the years and how brands can find the right strategy to enforce their brand in China. In brief, “China has dual enforcement structure.

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JD Supra Law

JUNE 7, 2022

Today I’d like to talk about the Patent Marking in China. Take-Away] China's regulations on patent marking mainly stipulate how to mark correctly, not to mislead the public, not to make false publicity, etc. Generally, it is believed that. By: Linda Liu & Partners

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IP Tech Blog

JANUARY 4, 2023

The challenge becomes even bigger if NFTs are to be commercialized, exploited, and protected in different jurisdictions and at the same time — particularly when those markets include China, where protection for a foreign NFT creator or exploiter may face unique challenges. Is this the same in the US and China? The United States.

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43(B)log

OCTOBER 9, 2023

21, 2023) Deetsch alleged that he owned design patents for CPAP pillow products, which the Lei defendants infringed. They also allegedly used Deetch’s image in ads and on packaging, and allegedly falsely claimed on Amazon that their pillow products “were designed in the United States but are manufactured in China.”

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As outlined in our previous post , securing a partial design claim in China is akin to hitting a moving target, as the interpretation of partial design claims in China has varied among cases and examiners. ” While it is unclear just how “connected” the parts must be, we offer the example of FIG.

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Patent Trademark Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In the world of patents and trademarks, filing dates matter. Call US patent and trademark attorney Vic Lin at (949) 223-9623 or email vlin@icaplaw.com to explore how we can protect your trademark in foreign countries. Why does a trademark priority claim matter? The earlier the filing date, the better.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

It summarizes the main IP rights (patents, trade marks, industrial designs, plant varieties and geographical indications) per the total number of worldwide filings, the number of IP rights in force and the year-on-year change. It is hardly news anymore to see that China tops the list in IP filing.

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IPilogue

MARCH 29, 2022

They outlined some of the key challenges SMEs face in participating successfully in the IP ecosystem: Cost and complexity: The cost of acquiring patents and the complexity of the international system deters companies from participating. Trends and Challenges in Canada’s IP Ownership and a Collective’s Role in Addressing these Challenges.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The US has started a worldwide complaint about China’s new legal strategy against intellectual property (IP) theft claims. Three of these claims were against some of China’s largest telecom companies: Huawei Technologies Co. Beijing said that it would “ strictly enforce patent and copyright laws.” Xiaomi Inc. ,

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As outlined in our previous post , on June 1, 2021 the Fourth Amendment to the Chinese Patent Law came into effect, allowing partial claiming in design patent applications. Therefore, for the time being, it is very important for patent practitioners to be thoughtful when filing partial design patent applications in China.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 25, 2023

Their session, “Protecting Your Company’s IP in China: Manufacturers, Suppliers, and Competitors and the Pitfalls to Avoid”, covered how to avoid or mitigate issues that arise when competitors, manufacturers, opportunists, or even JV partners file patents on your company’s inventions.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

On 22 September 2021, China released a 15-year plan to develop intellectual property rights (IPR): ‘The Outline of Building a Powerful Intellectual Property Nation’ (2021–2035). See here a Wikipedia page of the five-year plans in China). Invention patents in strategic emerging industries. This post serves as a quick briefing.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JULY 28, 2022

Can you file a single patent application for all countries? Wouldn’t it be great if you could get a single patent to cover all countries? Is there such a thing as a worldwide utility patent? Notice I said “patent-pending” and not patented. Can you obtain a worldwide utility patent?

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 12, 2021

TRADE MARKS The China National Intellectual Administration (CNIPA) recently published the new guidelines for trade mark examination procedures. Ling Zhao of the MARQUES China team reports here. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for use on cosmetics. PATENTS Prof. Chanel is seeking to register the number 5 with the U.S.

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Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2022

What is the filing deadline for a US design patent based on a foreign priority application? When it comes to filing related patent applications across different countries, filing dates are critical. A US design patent application must be filed within six months of your foreign priority date.

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TorrentFreak

OCTOBER 5, 2023

“The intellectual property rights of various ACE members were infringed upon by these criminals, but this recent action reinforces how valuable our partnerships are with law enforcement agencies around the world. “Taiwanese Police officials announced Sept.

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Intepat

APRIL 18, 2022

The report discusses how certain causes have shaped innovation and creation in the recent past. The report observes how this decision-driven allocation of resources is what sets the direction of innovation in communities and countries. The report calls the period from 2000-to 2020 that of digital technologies.

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The IPKat

MARCH 8, 2022

A Kat taking care of a flower blooming in adversity GuestKat Sophie Corke reported on the recent complaint against China before the World Trade Organisation (WTO) prompted by telecommunication patents. Meanwhile, check the latest posts from the IPKat in this Never Too Late edition.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 6, 2024

What is a smarter way to patent a medical device? Medical device patents can make a direct impact on sales as well as create licensing opportunities. Even pending patent applications may help startups raise capital. Let’s look at some smart ways to patent a medical device. Need to patent a medical device?

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2024

The BPCIA also introduced a new scheme to resolve patent disputes involving biosimilar products known as the “patent dance.” 2023-2024 Edition provides expert guidance and practical know-how for lawyers working in this burgeoning area of the law. The Guide to Biosimilars Litigation and Regulation in the U.S.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 7, 2023

Discussing the key amendments within the 2023 Act, Lokesh highlights the contentious issues within the law and how they may warrant clarification in the future. Case Summaries Patents Delhi High Court clarifies that ‘revocation petitions’ are not ‘suits’ for the purpose of Section 10 CPC. The Controller of Patents and Ors.

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

. In June 2021 the Shenzhen Administration for Market Regulation (Shenzhen AMR) issued the first ever provisions on administrative injunctions against the infringement of a design patents, including online infringements. Given the recent implementation, we will need to wait to see if and how such tool will be used. on April 19, 2021.

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

China in particular, struggles in adapting and coping with the ever increasing need of both foreign and Chinese brands to obtain suitable trademark protection. Are they protectable by design patents? Overview of current legislation in China. Since then, giant companies all over the world ? Other countries are lagging behind.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 18, 2022

In recent years, companies involved in intellectual property rights infringement disputes abound in China. How to effectively prevent risks in intellectual property rights has become a common issue for many companies. By: Linda Liu & Partners

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 15, 2022

Does our firm recommend PCT patent applications? If foreign utility patent protection is desired, filing a PCT patent application makes sense for many applicants. However, such late patent filings will not have the benefit of a priority claim to your earlier filing date. When is a PCT application not recommended?

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SpicyIP

APRIL 7, 2024

Significantly, the agreement requires India to make substantive changes to its provision obligating a patent applicant to furnish information about their foreign applications corresponding to their application in India. She has been working in the field of access to medicines, patents and IP for more than a decade.

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The IP Law Blog

JULY 15, 2021

CLS Bank Int’l , which involve the limits on patent eligibility under 35 U.S.C. § For example, in Alice, the court stated “[t]he ‘abstract ideas’ category embodies the longstanding rule that an idea of itself is not patentable.” Patent attorneys and inventors are often left to guess whether a particular invention is patent-eligible.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 22, 2022

China in particular, struggles in adapting and coping with the ever increasing need of both foreign and Chinese brands to obtain suitable trademark protection. Are they protectable by design patents? Overview of current legislation in China. Other countries are lagging behind. Other countries are lagging behind. Article 2.4

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The IPKat

APRIL 2, 2023

Católica Global School of Law and the Católica Research Centre for the Future of Law Conference on “How Fair are Music Algorithms?” - Thursday April 13 at 3:30 pm (CEST) in Lisbon The public talk and roundtable discussion will consider the fairness of music algorithms in streaming services and in the largest social media platforms.

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Erik K Pelton

JUNE 2, 2021

I want to share with you five trademark lessons that I have learned from the last year, and how trademarks and brands and businesses have dealt with the pandemic. I want to share with you five trademark lessons that I have learned from the last year, and how trademarks and brands and businesses have dealt with the pandemic.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 19, 2023

New Developments in China Trade Secret Litigation by Founders Legal China’s Growing Focus on Intellectual Property: The Beijing IP Court Steps Up Protections Trade secrets have become increasingly important in today’s globalized business environment, serving as vital intangible assets for many companies.

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The IP Law Blog

JULY 28, 2022

Patent and Trademark Office announced that the PTO would be revisiting the test for patent subject matter eligibility. A patent protects an invention. Things that are not patentable (by judicial exceptions) include laws of nature, natural phenomena, and abstract ideas. On Monday this week, the Director of the U.S.

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The IPKat

MAY 4, 2023

With only a few minor tweaks to the various leaked versions we saw beforehand, the European Commission went forward with its Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) Regulation Proposal. In this spirit, the proposal is eager to establish further clarity as to what is and what is not a standard essential patent.

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The IPKat

JUNE 22, 2023

This observation also applies to Standard Essential Patent (SEP) licensors who may have various levels of bargaining power which may in addition change over time ([247] – [249]). Secondly, the consideration on how information should be deployed to reach a FRAND rate which is applicable to Lenovo ([271] – [272]).

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SpicyIP

MARCH 15, 2024

How can ID take a stand that the HSBC-Paris Bank Guarantee is totally unacceptable when the bank guarantee was issued to secure the counter offer made by the defendants on global royalty rate (which is likely to include Indian royalty rate)? It is high time that we develop a robust framework for handling standard essential patent disputes.

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