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ERA IP-focused events and courses return with 25% discount for IPKat readers

The IPKat

The European Patent Litigation Certificate (EPLC) is designed specifically for European patent attorneys in light of the particular needs of the profession. As an added bonus, participants will have the exclusive opportunity to attend a hearing at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg.

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Instead of Shining a Light on Dark Patterns, New FTC Report Leaves Many Questions Unanswered

LexBlog IP

For some time now, dark patterns have been quite the trending topic for both marketers and privacy professionals. Back in April 2021, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or Commission) conducted a workshop on dark patterns. Late last week, the FTC issued its report following up on the workshop. Scope and magnitude matter.

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The 14th Public Commission Meeting – Dark Patterns, Imposter Rulemaking and Yet Another Policy Statement

LexBlog IP

For those of us with long memories, you may recall that back in April 2021, the FTC conducted a workshop on dark patterns , exploring “ways in which user interfaces can have the effect, intentionally or unintentionally, of obscuring, subverting, or impairing consumer autonomy, decision-making, or choice.”

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The Danger of Dark Patterns

LexBlog IP

This action follows the FTC’s September publication of “ Bringing Dark Patterns to Light ,” a report demonstrating companies’ increased use of design practices known as “dark patterns” to influence consumers buying behavior (the “Staff Report”). The FTC’s latest enforcement action confirms that message. What are dark patterns?

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PRESS RELEASE: Atlanta Wins USPTO Southeast Regional Office: A Leap in Innovation and Growth

LexBlog IP

These programs are designed to meet varied needs, offering invaluable insights into the complexities of intellectual property law. Industry Associations: Engaging with groups like the Technology Association of Georgia to connect with tech companies for workshops, seminars, and other engagement activities.

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OM Weekly Digest 07/08/22

Olartemoure Blog

As Public PAIR’s successor, the Patent Center will include several enhanced features allowing users to search publicly available information by application, patent, Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), publication, and/or international design registration number. 07/08/22 – Data Privacy. Original source in Spanish.

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NIST: Reflecting Back on 2022

U.S. Department of Commerce

NIST announced the first four quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms that will be incorporated into a post-quantum cryptographic standard designed to resist attack from future quantum computers. The experiments suggest how to make atomic clocks 50 times more precise than today’s best designs. In other science news ….