SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

underscored that there is a need to supervise or govern patent and trademark agents. This post discusses the case and argues that there already exists a mechanism under the Patent and trademark laws that govern and supervise such agents.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 20, 2022

This week in Other Barks & Bites: the European Commission sent notice to several EU member states directing them to codify recent rule changes to EU copyright law; a WIPO report shows that China has a significant lead in global patent application filings for hydrogen fuel cell vehicle technologies; Judge O’Grady is removed from the criminal copyright (..)

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

Fashion brands, for example, are filing trademark applications in the US, Japan and the EU to secure protection for the use of their brands on digital projections of their apparel, shoes and accessories that are transacted in the Metaverse. Are they protectable by design patents? Other countries are lagging behind.

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Garrigues Blog

APRIL 27, 2021

Today, April 27, is International Design Day, an event, which seeks to recognize the value of design in society and business. On this significant date, we take the opportunity to look at a recent judgment by the General Court of the European Union (EGC) that will allow companies to extend the protection of a design by twelve months.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 22, 2022

Fashion brands, for example, are filing trademark applications in the US, Japan and the EU to secure protection for the use of their brands on digital projections of their apparel, shoes and accessories that are transacted in the Metaverse. Are they protectable by design patents? Other countries are lagging behind.

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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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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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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 19, 2022

Trademark enables such companies to accomplish some major goals which lead to becoming successful organizations and instituting their name. Under this scheme, startups will receive an 80% discount on patent filing when compared to other businesses. This blog will explain all of such advantages.

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SpicyIP

JULY 31, 2023

Gaurangi writes on the recent DPIIT public notice restraining Copyright Societies from violating Section 52(1)(za), remarking how it falls short in clarifying the present situation and may be susceptible to further litigation. Elon Musk’s Obsession with Letter ‘X’- A Possible Trademark Issue for T witter in India? Hollow Victory?

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Glaxosmithkline Biologicals Sa vs Human Biolife India Private Limited & Ors on 12 February, 2024 (Delhi HC) The Plaintiff filed a trademark infringement case against the Defendant for using deceptively similar mark to its “Rix” formative trademarks. Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd. vs Dabur India Ltd. &

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SpicyIP

MAY 6, 2024

The MHC in Microsoft Technology Licensing LLC vs Assistant Controller of Patents and Designs clarified the role of the ‘person skilled in the art’ (PSITA) in determining non-obviousness. Case Summaries Rich Products Corporation vs The Controller Of Patents & Anr. Bulgari S.P.A

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Look no further as we present to you the SpicyIP Weekly Review, highlighting the discussions that took place on the blog along with other IP news. Calcutta High Court resolves the 23 year old trademark battle between KitKat and KitKat, using a seemingly wrong precedent by the IPAB. Wondering what IP developments took place last week?

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SpicyIP

MAY 20, 2024

Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments including summaries of posts on the Law Commission’s Report on Trade Secrets and Economic Espionage, DHC’s decisions on working examples, writ jurisdiction of the pre-grant oppositions, and the Viagra-Vigoura trademark dispute. This and much more in last week’s SpicyIP Weekly Review.

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently published examination guidance and a request for comments on the treatment of inventorship for inventions created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. patents and patent applications. by Dennis Crouch The U.S. Vidal , 43 F.4th 4th 1207 (Fed.

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Patently-O

DECEMBER 20, 2022

I think of these generally as “smart wallets” but I learned today that the company Storus has a registered trademark for that term. In 2020, Storus (AKA “Mosaic Brands”) sued Ridge Wallet for both patent infringement (US7334616) and product-design trade dress misappropriation. What should I call them now?

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 23, 2023

Highlights of the Week Examining Oppositions: Time for a Deeper Look Recently a monograph on patent oppositions was published by HNLU, Raipur and was presented to the DPIIT with suggestions on streamlining patent opposition process and enabling ease of doing business in India. Please let us know so we can include them!

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Such AI-assisted inventions present a new set of legal issues under patent law. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a long-anticipated Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions. On February 13, 2024, the U.S. 101 and 115. 2 in the Guidance. Principle No.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

MAY 4, 2022

Fish Principals Craig Deutsch , Jennifer Huang , and Grace Kim , discuss challenging design patents at the PTAB in their Law360 Expert Analysis article. Challenging design patents at the Patent Trial and Appeal Board is difficult — nearly two-thirds of petitions directed to design patents have been denied institution.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) directed patent practitioners to current case law and sections of the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure (MPEP) as reminders as the patent practitioners continue to work in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology space. On September 22, 2022, the U.S. In In re Appl.

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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. CCI , the Delhi High Court held that Chapter XVI of the Patents Act is a complete code in itself and overrides the Competition Act, 2002.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Court precedent and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) guidelines have taken the place of written law to guide the USPTO in matters relating to AI. Vidal , a Federal Court of Appeals case that determined whether AI can be listed as an inventor on a patent application.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 6, 2023

on 24 February, 2023 (Delhi High Court) In the present case, the plaintiff alleged infringement of its device “Royal” and passing off by the defendant’s adoption of “Zabreen Royal” device. The present order concerns the appeal filed against the order of the trial court in the infringement suit.

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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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Kashishipr

MARCH 16, 2022

One way in which the real estate owners designate the boundaries of their assets, which is the land, is by putting a fence around it. In this article, we will be throwing light on the 03 most common forms of IP, including trademarks, copyright, and patents, along with the different and varying levels of protection that they offer.

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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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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

On 12 February 2024, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced with a press release the publication of its Inventorship Guidance for AI-Assisted Inventions (Guidance). The Guidance has been published and will be effective from 13 February 2024.

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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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LexBlog IP

MAY 4, 2023

In our Interesting Patents series, we highlight exciting US patent applications and patents recently issued by the USPTO. The patent system enables the protection of innovative ideas, and newly published patent applications provide a glimpse into the future of technology and innovation.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The guidance also notes that even though patentability may be allowed even where the AI system is “instrumental” in the creation of the claimed invention, the requirement for a significant contribution from a human inventor applies to each and every claim of the patent application. The firm also ranks No.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 14, 2023

Praharsh wrote on the Delhi High Court’s Division Bench order staying the operation of the Single Judge’s direction in Vifor “Product by Process Claims” case and on the Oppositions Status Report filed by the Trademark Registry before the Delhi High Court. Modern Foods v. Case: Google v. DRS Logistics (P) Ltd. &

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Patent Trademark Blog

APRIL 27, 2023

Nowadays, you do not necessarily need to have a trademark registered in order to apply for the Brand Registry. A pending trademark application filed with the USPTO may suffice. What types of patents are eligible for Amazon APEX? The APEX program works for utility patents only. Where do you start?

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Delhi High Court on Non-filing of Written Submission to Delay Patent Application Process. The Controller of Patents where it rebuked the Plaintiff for not filing written submissions in time and thereby delaying the patent application process. Image from here. Silvermaple Healthcare Services Pvt.

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SpicyIP

JULY 23, 2023

Case Summaries Delhi High Court grants a permanent injunction to Allied Blenders in a trademark infringement case concerning ‘Officers Choice’ Image from here Allied Blenders and Distillers Pvt. The court held that the plaintiff has made an exceptional circumstance, required the grant of interim injunction, and passed the present order.

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 29, 2023

Interesting Patents | Spotify’s Groundbreaking Descriptive Search and Personalized Playlist System by Founders Legal The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing developments in technology and innovation. Looking for more information on patents ?

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

While many Congress attendees from around the world lined up for the Unified Patent Court boot camp and mock trial panels, this Katfriend opted to sample the day’s selection of soft IP offerings. a of the Design Directive. a of the Design Directive. On the US side, the metaverse fluent Ms.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 9, 2023

Interesting Patents | Spotify: Unleashing the Power of Bluetooth Low Energy in Your Car by Founders Legal Interesting Patents | Tuesday, May 9, 2023 The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing developments in technology and innovation.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 27, 2023

Smartphone Case Creates Illusion of Embedded Gems and Crystals by Founders Legal Interesting Patents | Thursday, April 27, 2023 The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing developments in technology and innovation.

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