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. Startups can protect both the source code and object code through copyright registration.

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Patently-O

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

After proposing the idea in May 2023 and receiving positive feedback, the USPTO implemented the design patent practitioner bar through its rulemaking authority under 35 U.S.C. Currently, a single patent bar governs registration for anyone seeking to practice before the USPTO in utility, plant, and design patent matters.

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 18, 2023

Key implications of this change include: Those already registered to practice in patent matters, including design patent matters, will not be affected by the creation of a design patent practitioner bar. Supporters of the proposal believe it would: Improve the quality of design patent practitioners and representation.

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