IP Watchdog

MAY 14, 2024

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on May 10, 2024 (89 Fed. 40439), that would dramatically alter patent applicant and patentee statutory rights in their patent filings by proposing a draconian change to the requirements for submission of a terminal disclaimer (TD).

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Inventors and patent practitioners filing patent applications before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) may have an obligation to disclose if artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the innovation process. On February 13, 2024, the U.S. Everyone involved in the filing and prosecution of a U.S.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is amending the rules of practice in patent cases by creating a separate space for individuals with educational backgrounds in design-related disciplines to qualify to practice before the USPTO in the limited capacity of design patent application proceedings.

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The IPKat

JULY 22, 2022

On 21 July 2022, Member States of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) approved the convening of diplomatic conferences on designs and genetic resources, no later than 2024. This is referred to as a proposed new ‘patent disclosure requirement’. plants, animals, and microorganisms), and knowledge systems.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In the Examining and Opposition Division, the question was answered "no" because not all inventors who were named as applicants in the US priority application had assigned the priority right in the European patent applications before filing the PCT application.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 11, 2024

In this tidbit, Yogesh discusses the longstanding controversy regarding the CCI’s overlapping jurisdiction in patent disputes and the issues upon which the Supreme Court will adjudicate. The Court held that the pendency of a rectification application, even if filed by a third party, justifies a stay under Section 124.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Such AI-assisted inventions present a new set of legal issues under patent law. On February 13, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a long-anticipated Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions. 101 and 115. Conclusion AI-assisted inventions come with their own set of legal risks.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 13, 2024

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) and the United States Copyright Office (“USCO”) delivered a report to Congress entitled Non-Fungible Tokens and Intellectual Property on March 12, 2024 (“Report”).

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Eliezer Accelerating Innovation: Navigating the USPTO’s New Path for Semiconductor Patents The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced an important initiative that could significantly impact the semiconductor industry. Intellectual property LAW GROUP Yuri L.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The USPTO released inventorship guidance on February 12, 2024, for inventions assisted by artificial intelligence (AI). Harness IP is celebrating more than 100 years as an intellectual property law firm. 6 for filing the most patent applications on behalf of those companies. Vidal , 43 F.4th 4th 1207 (Fed.

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Patently-O

JANUARY 23, 2024

On the merits, I expect that the USPTO will ultimately side with the patent applicant Xencor and loosen the written description requirement set forth in the original PTAB opinions. In any event, this will be an important case to follow that fits into broader questions about availability of patent protection for biotech innovations.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Inventors and patent practitioners filing patent applications before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) may have an obligation to disclose if artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the innovation process. On February 13, 2024, the U.S. Everyone involved in the filing and prosecution of a U.S.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 16, 2022

MISCELLANEOUS European Commission | European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) " EU SME Fund " On 10 January, the Commission and the EUIPO launched the new EU SME Fund, which provides vouchers to help EU-based SMEs protect their intellectual property rights.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 13, 2024

2024), a case that may reshape the dynamics between trade secrets and patent rights. The Core Issue at Hand This case centers around the America Invents Act (AIA) and whether a product’s prior sale by the patent applicant can disqualify the patenting of the method used to produce said product.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 5, 2024

In this context, the Patent Act provides no such indication, reinforcing the conclusion that an “individual” within the Patent Act refers exclusively to a natural person. In compliance with section 5.2(c)(i) including 35 USC 101 and 35 USC 115.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Such AI-assisted inventions present a new set of legal issues under patent law. On February 13, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a long-anticipated Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions. 101 and 115. Conclusion AI-assisted inventions come with their own set of legal risks.

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IP Tech Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

In this context, the Patent Act provides no such indication, reinforcing the conclusion that an “individual” within the Patent Act refers exclusively to a natural person. In compliance with section 5.2(c)(i) including 35 USC 101 and 35 USC 115.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

SBA Certification Requirement: Starting January 1, 2024, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will require SDVOSBs to obtain certification from the Small Business Administration (SBA) to be eligible for set-aside contracts. First-Time Filer Expedited Examination for Patents The U.S. Non-Provisional Utility Patent Space.

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IP Intelligence

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) released its much anticipated Inventorship Guidance on AI-Assisted Inventions (“Guidance”). [1] 1] The Guidance is retroactive, meaning it applies to all patent applications and issued patents filed before, on or after February 13, 2024. 13, 2024) [hereinafter Guidance].

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Last week we published 9 posts on topics such as our comments on the proposed Trademarks (1st Amendment) Rules, the Madras High Court’s decision with respect to patentability of business methods, and Union Minister of State for Commerce’s response on ability of the current IPR regime to cater concerns arising out of AI generated work.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

His passion lies in understanding the intersection of economics and public health with intellectual property rights. The High Court held that this was an abuse of court’s process and allowed the Plaintiff to present an appropriate application before the Commercial Court setting out the grievances against the Defendant.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 17, 2023

From conflicting positions on AI as a co-author of a work to the contours of information required u/s 39 about the patent applications filed abroad, we had some engaging posts on this blog this week. Call for Submissions: NALSAR’s Indian Journal of Intellectual Property Law (IJIPL) Vol. M/S Loreal S.A

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 8, 2024

Wrapping up the first week of 2024, here is a brief recap of our hard-hitting post on TKDL, the detailed comments on the draft Calcutta High Court IPR Division Rules, and an informative take on scandalous and obscene trademark prosecution in India. student at National Law University, Delhi. Her previous posts can be accessed here.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 11, 2024

of the order, the administration charged the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USTPO) with three directives: 1. 18] The period for public comment on this guidance will remain open until May 13, 2024. 13, 2024). [3] 10043 (Feb.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The Guidance aims to clarify how patent applications involving AI-assisted inventions will be examined by patent examiners, and reaffirms the existing jurisprudence maintaining that only natural persons, not AI tools, can be listed as inventors. The USPTO is seeking public feedback on the Guidance, which is due by May 13, 2024.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Other Posts Free Certificate Course in Application of Intellectual Property Rights for Startups and Entrepreneurship [November 22- 23] Free Certificate Course in Application of Intellectual Property Rights for Startups and Entrepreneurship on November 22 and 23.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Streamlining Patent Filing for Inventors and Creators : The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) enhanced its Patent Center website interface by centralizing application processes, data, and training for patent filers. To learn more visit ITA on Performance.gov. Bureaus and Offices U.S.

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Trading Secrets

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Intellectual property is a key focus. Patent and Trademark Office to provide guidance on IP risks and related regulation to address emerging issues related to AI. Patent Law President Biden’s directive instructs the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S.

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The IP Law Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

On February 12, 2024, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) issued guidance on the patentability of inventions developed with the assistance of artificial intelligence, saying that a human must have made a “significant contribution” to the invention.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Intellectual property is a key focus. Patent and Trademark Office to provide guidance on IP risks and related regulation to address emerging issues related to AI. Patent Law President Biden’s directive instructs the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

We’ve tried to represent a diversity of subject matter also in this list, so it’s a mixed bag of cases dealing with patents, trademarks, copyright law etc. The case was discussed on the blog here. The Microsoft Technology Licensing judgement was passed by a Single Judge Bench of Justice Sanjeev Narula.

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IP Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

1] Regarding patents, the EO requires the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) Director to provide guidance on AI in the context of inventorship and patentable subject matter. [2] 2] Below is a timeline of when and what the public should expect to receive from the USPTO in 2024.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Intellectual property is a key focus. Patent and Trademark Office to provide guidance on IP risks and related regulation to address emerging issues related to AI. Patent Law President Biden’s directive instructs the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

On February 12, 2024, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) issued guidance on the patentability of inventions developed with the assistance of artificial intelligence, saying that a human must have made a “significant contribution” to the invention.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Non-Provisional Utility Patent Space The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) launched a new initiative, the First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program (FTEEP), to make the patent system more accessible for inventors new to the patent application process. patent system.

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