IP Watchdog

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

It is not hard to understand why inventors are seeking design patent protection at previously unseen levels. In 2022 alone, the USPTO received more than 50,000 design patent applications. The Office has seen a 20% growth in design patent applications over the last five years.

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Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 19, 2022

I really love Ben Franklin, he was such a unique inventor of so many different things, and scholar, and really, a Renaissance man. Having that registration also allows your brand to use the ®. It’s much easier to get a takedown when you have a registered trademark standing behind your brand.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 16, 2023

There has been a lot of excitement about whether an AI can be formally designated as an inventor. The well-known herbal liqueur brand went head-to-head with two other deer-branded alcoholic products. Trademarks Marcel Pemsel discussed the recent Jägermeister litigation in Austria and Germany.

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IP Tech Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

Every year, on April 26, intellectual property organizations around the world observe “ World IP Day ” – an event established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to raise awareness of patents, copyrights, designs, and trademarks, and to celebrate the creativity and contributions of inventors, authors, artists and entrepreneurs.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Of those, inventors who make board games often go straight to patent filings and forget about the trademark analysis. Trade Dress is an often-overlooked facet of Intellectual Property law that holds significant value for board game inventors and can offer a unique layer of protection for your board game. What is Trade Dress Protection?

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IP Watchdog

JULY 13, 2023

This is a client-facing position in which the candidate will work directly with inventors and scientists, so strong oral communication skills are necessary. Clients are chiefly in the pharma (brand and generic) and medical device fields. Adeptness with ChemDraw is a plus.

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IIPRD

APRIL 2, 2024

The implementation of TRIPS-Plus provisions can also readily facilitate the emergence of monopoly power for brand-name pharmaceutical companies. [v] vi] Henry Grabowski, Genia Long, et al, Continuing trends in US brand-name and generic drug competition, 24 Journal of Medical Economics, 908 (2021). vii] OECD, [link] (last visited Mar.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 25, 2023

” An Example: Women Inventors and Patents The low participation of women in patent systems is well-documented. As noted in my prior blogs here and here , as of 2019, only 13% of inventors listed on US patents are women – and that is up from a mere 8% in 1995. So why are women not named as inventors on patents?

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 30, 2023

When one door closes, another opens Next up in the Den were Mr and Mrs Siriwardana, inventors of the Handisure, a door guard created to protect little fingers getting injured-by-door. Peter Jones identified what he thought was a design flaw while Steven Bartlett worried that the product would be difficult to create a brand of.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 8, 2021

Patents FOSS Patents analysed a recent decision of the Düsseldorf appeals court in the SEP/FRAND case of Via v. TCL, suggesting that it hints at internal divisions as to the application of Sisvel v.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this sector, intellectual property (IP) regulations are essential for defending the rights of inventors, artists, and producers. Patent Law in the Entertainment Industry Patent law is concerned with protecting ideas and innovations, whereas copyright and trademark laws are primarily concerned with protecting creative works and brands.

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 23, 2023

From the point of view of an investor, there can be quite a difference between an inventor having applied for a patent (and therefore having a “patent pending”) and having a granted patent.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

APRIL 25, 2023

We have some exciting events planned this week — both in-person and virtual — to uplift the women inventors, creators, and entrepreneurs who do ground-breaking work every day. Getting everyone off the bench to fully participate in innovation is not only a national imperative, but an international one. All are welcome!

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IP Close Up

MARCH 1, 2022

Jonathan Taplin, veteran movie producer, Innovation Lab director, author, Wall Street deal maker, inventor and ex-tour manager for Bob Dylan and The Band, has been confirmed as Continue reading.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) states, ” a trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services. This is the tradeoff an inventor makes with the public. As the U.S. Copyright Office.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The patent provides a monopoly over an invention to the inventor. The inventions if patented can prove to form a strong regime where the inventor can sue others for infringement. This protection becomes very important because every inventor will put their invention on the market for getting various investors.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Intellectual property rights are statutory rights given to creators, inventors, and artists. The brands need to identify the Class under which they can register their trademark, and this is done through the NICE Classification adopted by India. IP Branding: Certification marks and GI. For example, Oberoi Hotels Pvt.

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Olartemoure Blog

MAY 26, 2023

The report provides a spotlight on foreign countries and their laws, policies, and practices to provide adequate and effective IP protection and enforcement for inventors, creators, brands, manufacturers, and service providers. trading partners.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

There are several types of IPRs that startups should be aware of: Patents: Patents protect new inventions and grant exclusive rights to the inventor for a limited period. Patents protect novel products or processes, trademarks safeguard unique branding elements like logos or names, while copyrights secure original creative works.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

AUGUST 30, 2023

Background Amgen produces and markets apremilast, a medication for the treatment of certain types of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, under the brand name Otezla. This case is an appellate review of the district court’s findings regarding patent obviousness and priority date.

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IP Close Up

APRIL 18, 2023

Lack of basic intellectual property understanding among executives and creators undermines the impact of inventions, content and brands and leaves value on the table. This Continue reading

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IPilogue

JULY 29, 2022

In his article, Professor David Vaver of IP Osgoode discusses the example of Pioneer Hi-Bred company , where patent rights are granted to inventors when they invent something that could benefit the public good.

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Larson & Larson

JULY 13, 2023

Patents give inventors exclusive rights over their inventions. Key Differences: Patents protect inventions and new technologies, while trademarks protect brand identities, names, logos and designs. In summary, patents provide protection for functional inventions, while trademarks protect ownership of brands and recognizable designs.

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Dragons' Den

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

You just mentioned IP” First up in the Den, we had entrepreneur and inventor Michael Horsfall, asking for 45k in exchange for 10% of his Van Guardian business. Moray was asking for a 30k investment for 20% of her brand-new handbag business, which were made from fish skin. So just how important is branding to your customer?

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 16, 2023

Doing the due diligence If you’re the proud inventor of something you believe may be new, it’s well worth spending time on doing some research to see if your innovation is indeed unique, before applying for a patent. Chique Sport is now the largest figure skating clothing brand in the UK, she told the Dragons.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Panel discussion: AI and copyright UCL's Institute of Brand and Innovation Law will hold a panel discussion tackling the complexities of copyright law in the context of AI-generated content. A total of 213 persons responded, including inventors IP lawyers, educators and policymakers.

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Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog

JULY 29, 2020

Texas inventors should take a look into getting patents for their discoveries and inventions. A patent is for the design of a brand-new invention. People who are creating brand-new products should get patents as soon as they can. A patent gives the creator of a product the property rights to that invention.

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Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog

JULY 29, 2020

Texas inventors should take a look into getting patents for their discoveries and inventions. A patent is for the design of a brand-new invention. People who are creating brand-new products should get patents as soon as they can. A patent gives the creator of a product the property rights to that invention.

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IPilogue

JANUARY 14, 2022

Continued Debates over AI as an Inventor. Around the world, patent registrars grappled with patent applications that credit artificial intelligence software as the inventor. The Supreme Court of Canada last considered the definition of “inventor” in 2002, but has yet to consider whether it would include non-human entities.

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TorrentFreak

APRIL 6, 2023

Others still in operation today are keeping the ‘ZT’ brand alive Judgment in France The men finally went on trial in France on March 13, 2023. They are seen as the inventors and initiators of a fraud system. They have benefited from the flaws in the system: is this reprehensible?

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Dragons' Den

JANUARY 11, 2024

They were presenting NINI Organics, their award-winning eco-luxury brand of skincare products. Between them, Alex and Nicole have grown NINI Organics to a stage where they need a Dragon on board to help open doors for them to build their brand further.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 12, 2024

At the close of 2023, the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom handed down its eagerly awaited and widely publicized judgment in Thaler v Comptroller-General confirming that a patent application may not name an AI machine as an inventor. before the date of the event).

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Buzzfeed’s use of screenshots, which include all the elements of the Post, such as the Instagram branding and Ms. August 5, 2022): “the Patent Act requires an ‘inventor’ to be a natural person…only a natural person can be an inventor, so AI cannot be.” UMG Recordings, Inc. Vidal, 2021-2347 (Fed.

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Dragons' Den

MARCH 21, 2024

You can view the patent through this link If you’re the proud inventor of something you believe may be new, it’s well worth spending time on doing some research to see if your innovation is indeed unique before applying for a patent. Amelia is on a mission to make beans the star of the show, and not just a side dish.

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Dragons' Den

JANUARY 4, 2024

Sensibly, the team has registered their trade mark which can help the business to protect its brand identity against competitors. A registered trade mark could also help in developing the brand further. Patents for a rainy day It’s inventors like Colin O’Brien of PeggyRain that solve the world's problems.

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IPilogue

JUNE 23, 2022

Though not directly related to this case, his decision may be relevant to broader branding issues associated with his name. These contracts can be contentious if they give off the impression that those with money can exploit resource-strapped inventors.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) states, ” a trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services. This is the tradeoff an inventor makes with the public.

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