LexBlog IP

AUGUST 22, 2022

In order to safely and effectively enjoy the economic benefits deriving from the use of their brands’ goodwill and product reputation in the Metaverse, businesses need to secure the appropriate IP rights. Are they protectable by design patents? In China, a GUI alone cannot be registered as a design patent.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 1, 2021

Further, as is with the case of most government offices, the patent office also faces several structural issues including being overburdened with their workload, having inadequate personnel capacity, and other issues which have been extensively covered on the blog here. Concluding Thoughts.

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Although no petitions have been granted, the Supreme Court has requested amicus briefs from the Federal Government in four particular cases. But, the real boost only happens if the government brief supports certiorari. 20-1394 (CVSG requested October 4, 2021); Undermining Jury Decisions : Olaf Sööt Design, LLC v. Patreon, Inc.,

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IP Blog

APRIL 21, 2021

On April 12, 2021, Part II of the Patent Regulations under the Eurasian Patent Convention (EPC) was brought into effect, together with related documents, to govern the legal protection of Eurasian industrial designs — a completely novel type of Intellectual Property (IP) right in the Eurasian patent system.

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

More and more loans are being supported by certain intellectual property assets, such as copyrights, designs, and patents, or revenue streams connected to these assets. Ownership of intellectual property (IP) used as collateral often belongs to the borrower. Applying for IP Financing.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 24, 2022

This Alicante-based Kat has been enjoying her sea view with a good book in paws: “ Once upon a time, the patent ” by Pascal Attali (2022, 304 p.). The first part of the book is devoted to the history of patent law. In pre-revolutionary France, similar royal privileges were granted under the name “patente”.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 29, 2021

This Kat is just hanging out While the summer winds down, why not while away the hours with news and views from around the IP blogs? Copyright The Kluwer Copyright Blog gave an update on EU copyright law developments for the second trimester of 2021, including insights into the cases and referrals coming up soon.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

I’ve seen enough stock graphic elements when doing trademark and copyright searches to know that the crown elements and scales of justice elements are likely to be highly similar to or identical to crown and scales designs owned by Getty Images or some other entity or artist. This isn’t limited to logo design.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 9, 2021

In this post, I will be analysing the recommendations pertaining to the amendment of patent laws in order to facilitate inventorship and ownership by AI. I will be restricting the discussion to the evaluation of the Indian patent regime, as the implications of AI on Indian copyright law has been previously dealt with here.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 19, 2021

The Report accordingly recommends amending Indian patent law, to make AI-generated works and AI solutions patentable. Trade marks Lindt’s bunnies are once again in the heart of trade mark case law [earlier instances were reported here and here by The IPKat]. Foss Blog pondered privacy concerns when using Apple apps.

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Intepat

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Notably, this featured recurrent discussions revolving around Intellectual Property (“IP”), underscoring the importance of the area in rising economies. This blog serves as an informative guide, shedding light on the deliberations that took place during the Summit and their prospective impact on the IP framework.

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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. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. While there are certain rights in common law trademarks, greater protection is afforded by registering the mark with the USPTO.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 2, 2021

A Parliamentary Standing Committee Report that Challenges the Fine Balances Within the IP System. Scaria points out that the Report lacks focused questions of enquiry and instead undertakes a superficial review of all IP laws in the country. Parliamentary Committee on IP Suggests Against Scrapping of IPAB. Part I and II.

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IP Intelligence

MAY 24, 2024

IPRs and PGRs were created by the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act as a more efficient and effective means for challenging the validity of patents and are also intended to reduce litigation costs. However, the breadth of that ability has been the subject of debate and legal action. One statute, 35 U.S.C. § Intri-Plex Techs., Fintiv, Inc.

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IP Whiteboard

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Countries and organisations around the world are paying greater attention to the intersection of artificial intelligence ( AI ) and intellectual property ( IP ). The UK Intellectual Property Office ( UK IPO ) recently put out a call for views on the implications of AI for IP policy and conversely, the impact of IP on AI.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Patents (including utility models) are protected through registration with the UAE Ministry of Economy, Intellectual Property Protection Department (IPPD) and/or through the Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) Patent which is administered by the GCC Patent Office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and governed by the GCC Patent Law.

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The Spanish government has approved a draft bill to reform the three main industrial property laws: the Trademark Law, the Industrial Design Law and the Patent Law. Industrial Design Law. This database will be maintained by the Patent and Trademark Office. Patent Law.

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IPilogue

JUNE 2, 2022

Thaler’s application for his AI, DABUS, to be the patent owner of an invention titled “ Food container and devices and methods for attracting enhanced attention ,” a product solely created by DABUS without any human interference. What Does This Mean in the Canadian Context? In Apotex Inc v Wellcome Foundation.,

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Patently-O

MARCH 26, 2024

I thought I would write a more complete discussion of this important historic patent case. Atlantic Works has had a profound impact on the development of patent law, particularly in shaping the doctrine of obviousness, but more generally providing theoretical frameworks for attacking “bad patents.”

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IP Intelligence

MARCH 31, 2022

31, 2022, with each intellectual property (IP) partner office granting only 400 petitions per year. In contrast with the original petition option, applicants need file the petition only with the USPTO or its IP partner office – the JPO or the KIPO – under the new combined petition option. Details of the Expanded CSP Program.

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Kashishipr

JULY 7, 2021

The secret can be technical, like manufacturing processes, pharmaceutical test data, designs, and drawings of computer programs, or it can be commercial, like distribution methods, a list of suppliers and clients, and advertising strategies. Since the same has not been patented, it has never been revealed publicly. Google Inc.’s

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 27, 2022

Section 171 of title 35 United States Code provides “whoever invents any new, original and ornamental design for an article of manufacture may obtain a patent thereof”. Because of the emerging technologies such as projections, virtual and augmented reality, the USPTO is exploring the arena of protection of digital design patents.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 14, 2023

With the surge in utility model and design patent applications in China, the role of Patent Evaluation Reports (PER) has become increasingly significant. The Double-Edged Sword of PER While PER can be a valuable asset for enforcing utility model or design patents, it also carries risks. Who Can Request a PER?

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Investors are more likely to support companies that possess protected IP as it represents a tangible asset that can be monetized or licensed in the future. Additionally, copyrights can also extend to website content, graphic designs, logos, videos, and other digital assets.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 15, 2021

They discuss the best potential route for a compulsory license under the Indian Patents Act, and the ways in which the government can make the best use of it. Another factor that inhibits the government from using these levers is the fear of facing backlash from the Global North, especially the USTR’s 301 process.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. And with patents, the only protection arises when the USPTO issues a patent on an invention.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 31, 2023

This work therefore excludes any questions relating to copyright, trade mark law, design law or business secrecy that may arise. A Kat studying new IP fields The first part deals with the means of protecting biological material. The structure is conventional. It consists of an introduction and four main parts.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

This time, ‘The Outline’ (2021–2035) put forth the 15-year plan of China becoming a powerful intellectual property nation by 2035 with deeper participation in the global intellectual property governance: To attain these development goals, ‘The Outline’ (2021-2035) clarifies seven key tasks: 1. Organisational safeguards should be provided.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The Spanish government has approved a draft bill to reform the three main industrial property laws: the Trademark Law, the Industrial Design Law and the Patent Law. Industrial Design Law. This database will be maintained by the Patent and Trademark Office. Patent Law.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 16, 2021

In each of these jurisdictions, the question was whether the relevant patent laws may be interpreted as permitting an AI system (i.e. a machine/device) to be named as the inventor in a patent application. Such applications are primarily governed by sections 43A to 43F of the Patent Act. See Rule 4.1(a)(iv).

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 18, 2023

The owner gets an exclusive right to use or sell for a specific time period as a legal right under the document which we refer throughout this paper as ‘patent’ The patent system is designed to encourage innovation by protecting the rights of inventors to their inventions. 3] In the case of V.B. 7] Way ahead?

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The IP Law Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2022

In SSMiller IP LLC v. This case is a strong reminder to pay close attention to all procedural rules governing a case, including specifically all Local Rules of the District and any Scheduling Orders and/or Standing Orders issued by the Judge. Sugar Beets LLC, 2-22-cv-02576 (CDCA Oct. 21, 2022) District Judge George H.

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Intepat

AUGUST 25, 2023

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry on the 22nd August, 2023 published “The Draft Patents (Amendment), Rules, 2023” (Draft Rules). Patent applications and prosecution thereof is currently governed under the Patents Rules 2003 (2003 Rules). and ipr-patents@gov.in.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 4, 2022

Intellectual property (IP) is a legal term that encompasses a wide range of creations of the mind. This can include inventions, designs, artwork, and even brand names and slogans. The purpose of intellectual property law is to provide a legal framework to protect these creations from being copied or stolen. important;}.thegem-template-wrapper.wpb_wrapper.thegem-custom-6223477ae46604440{flex-wrap:

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Garrigues Blog

JANUARY 12, 2022

All of us at the Garrigues IP Blog would like to wish you a very happy new year. This seems like the perfect time, then, to talk about one of the scenarios in which (IP wise) the past can prove to be extremely important when facing the future: the right of prior use to counter infringement of patents or utility models.

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Kashishipr

DECEMBER 8, 2021

It is very important to assess the same, morally, ethically, and legally, in the light of accepted norms laid by the Patent Laws in different major jurisdictions. By such a decision, it was established that now even animals could be brought within the purview of Patent law. ’ Conclusion.

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Kashishipr

OCTOBER 27, 2021

There has been a long-standing debate about the different modes of safeguarding an API through the laws on patents, copyright, and trade secrets. Patents and APIs. Patents do not govern computer programs, per se. We shall now examine each of them separately. It has no shape or structure as such.

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