Patently-O

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

A bipartisan pair of Senators have proposed the “ Pride in Patent Ownership Act.” ” The premise is that if you own a patent, you should be proud to own the patent — and actually record your ownership interest. Senator Tillis: “ The public has a right to know who is a patent’s true owner.

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IP Watchdog

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The Pride in Patent Ownership Act, S.2774, Attaching the Pride in Patent Ownership Act to the NDAA means it will certainly become law. Attaching the Pride in Patent Ownership Act to the NDAA means it will certainly become law. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) within 120 days.

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IP Watchdog

DECEMBER 7, 2022

2774, the Pride in Patent Ownership Act, co-sponsored by Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Patrick Leahy (D-VT), a number of patent advocacy organizations have sent a joint letter to the committee asking it to oppose the bill.

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Intepat

JUNE 19, 2023

Introduction Intellectual Property refers to those intangible assets which are created by virtue of the human intellect. The various forms of intellectual property are already well known- trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs, trade secrets, domain names and geographical indications.

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Kashishipr

APRIL 13, 2022

With the Metaverse and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) being the common buzzwords as of late, the USPTO (US Patent & Trademark Office) has been experiencing a significant rise in the number of Trademark Applications filed in the virtual sphere to safeguard the products and services. Taking a Step Ahead: Points of Consideration.

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Sander Law

MARCH 29, 2023

What are Intellectual Property (IP) Rights? Ownership Just as you can own physical property, like a house, you can be the legal owner of IP (e.g. a form of intangible property). patents, industrial designs), other forms of IP rights may be acquired without registration (e.g. trademarks, copyright).

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Kashishipr

JUNE 3, 2021

Today, companies are increasingly placing a huge amount of enterprise value on Intellectual Property (IP). As embodied in the Internal Revenue Code, IRS regulations, and case laws, IP includes patents, trademarks, copyright, trade secrets, know-how, and computer software. have attracted taxation on IP as a global issue.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Ramalho’s structure is simple and clear, two main parts, in two chapters – the first covering AI and copyright, and the second AI and patents – with one agenda, are AI-generated creations protectable? She then analyses relevant parts of copyright and patent protection for AI-generated content under European, US, Australian and Japanese law.

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Intepat

JUNE 22, 2023

Commercialization Through Franchising Franchising is essentially a subset of licensing whereby the owner of an intellectual property grants the franchisee to replicate the entire business concept in a different location. Explicitly outline the extent of access to the rights of background intellectual property of all the parties.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Professor of Law at Harvard Law School, where she teaches contracts, international IP, patents, copyright, and courses on Biblical Law. Individuals and companies commonly engage in the strategic purchasing of critical blocking patent portfolios. Professor Ruth L. Okediji is the Jeremiah Smith Jr.

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IP Watchdog

OCTOBER 19, 2021

During a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee’s IP Subcommittee today, Senators Chris Coons (D-DE) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) were the only senators present to question the Pride in Patent Ownership Act’s (PPOA’s) approach to penalizing patent owners who fail to record accurate ownership information within 90 days after the issuance date.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) and the United States Copyright Office (“USCO”) delivered a report to Congress entitled Non-Fungible Tokens and Intellectual Property on March 12, 2024 (“Report”). While the Report is comprehensive, it does not recommend any new action to address IP issues with NFTs.

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Nelligan Law

AUGUST 8, 2022

It may be a common belief that what you create is your own work and intellectual property (IP), but if you have a day job there is the possibility that your employer could lay claim to the intellectual property flowing from your outside endeavors. Why is IP important? So, why does any of this matter? v Electec Ltd.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 18, 2022

What is an intellectual property right? Intellectual property (IP) can seem abstract. At its core, intellectual property is a legal right. Unlike patents, the role of a trademark is not to signify something new, but rather to indicate the source of the product or service. So what is IP exactly?

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Larson & Larson

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

The term intellectual property sounds a little intimidating as though reserved for the elite or Fortune 500 companies. But, anyone with a brain, especially a creative brain, may possess intellectual property. What is Intellectual Property? . Protecting Intellectual Property: .

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IP Watchdog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Last September, a bipartisan pair of Senators introduced the Pride in Patent Ownership Act, which, if passed, would add greatly-needed transparency to our patent system. The legislation would require patent owners to disclose their identity to the U.S.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JULY 18, 2022

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Intellectual Property (IP) have historically been two separate legal disciplines, seemingly separated by impenetrable walls. Every sort of intellectual property has a unique set of rights that can only be used by the owner of that type of property. I ntroduction.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This book review of Intellectual Property Law in Nigeria: Emerging Trends, Theories And Practice by Desmond Oriakhogba (University of the Western Cape, South Africa) and Ifeoluwa Olubiyi (Afe Babaloloa University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria) is kindly provided by Kasim Waziri , Professor of Law at the University of Abuja, Nigeria.

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More Than Your Mark

AUGUST 20, 2021

the past decade, the use of 3-D printing has expanded rapidly, in part because the original intellectual property protections on the technology, first invented in the 1980s, expired, making it less expensive to produce the hardware and software involved in the 3-D printing process. 3-D Printing and Copyrights, Patents, or Trademarks.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 13, 2022

While the tokenization of IP, namely for anti-counterfeiting purposes , was already outlined by the European Intellectual Property Office several years ago, WIPO sees potential applications of blockchain technology in IP ecosystems for "[a]ll types of IP assets: Registered and Unregistered Rights".

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Intellectual Property Rights and Federally Funded Research. Under typical Phase 1 contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD), such as the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL), default ownership of domestic and international intellectual property rights belong to the Contractor. media screen and (max-width: 1023px) {.thegem-vc-text.thegem-custom-635795071433f3800{display:

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Kashishipr

JUNE 23, 2021

Big data is a relatively new concept that has created a greater conundrum in the realm of Intellectual Property (IP) laws. IP comes into the picture considering the patented hardware used to access, collect, and store data and the copyrighted software that helps to make deduction possible. Big Data and Patents.

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IAM Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

Employees are not necessarily always renumerated for their patented or patentable inventions. Therefore, employers are advised to take a number of steps to avoid disruptive issues over the ownership of intellectual property created by their employees.

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IAM Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

Employees are not necessarily always renumerated for their patented or patentable inventions. Therefore, employers are advised to take a number of steps to avoid disruptive issues over the ownership of intellectual property created by their employees.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 31, 2022

Here's what Marianna writes: Ownership of IP rights by DAOs – the future is nigh? Ownership of IP In a recent curious example, Spice DAO paid $3 million for an original 1975 copy of the Dune bible by Alejandro Jodorowsky. Such ownership sometimes arises “automatically” when a work has been created in the course of employment.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 3, 2023

But there’s another side to the Red Headed Stranger that few know about: his deeply impressive intellectual property. Armed with a trove of patents, trademarks, and copyrights, Willie has proven that he can not only strum the strings of our hearts but also create inventions that could very well change the world.

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Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

When people find out that I am an Intellectual Property attorney, I am often battered with questions about the topic. Unfortunately, Intellectual Property law has gotten so complicated that many people aren’t even sure which type of Intellectual Property (copyright, trademarks, or patents) protects their creative work.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

If a secret is stolen, or the ownership or its proper apportionment are disputed, or if a third party is trying to copy software containing AI algorithms, the right holders must not shy away from taking proper enforcement measures. This will help avoid surprises from the application of unfamiliar Chinese laws and regulations.

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Intepat

MAY 24, 2024

In today’s highly competitive business environment, safeguarding intellectual property (IP) is of paramount importance. Two key methods for the same are patents and trade secrets, offering different approaches, advantages, and risks. Patents offer strong legal protection but come with high costs and public disclosure.

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IP Watchdog

JANUARY 11, 2022

Today, patent data analytics firm IFI CLAIMS released its annual report of the top U.S. patent recipients and active patent family owners, providing the IP world with a look at the patent ownership landscape that developed throughout the course of 2021.

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IPilogue

AUGUST 17, 2022

The fantastical and mind-blowing virtual worlds of Ready Player One and Sword Art Online may soon be within reach as the patent race for virtual reality technology heats up between major companies like Disney , Microsoft , and Sony. Companies are racing to patent the most comfortable options for VR hardware. .

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 6, 2021

A comprehensive guide to intellectual property and legal protections for software technology. When considering how to secure your software product from potential theft or infringement, it is essential to understand the key forms of legal protection offered under Intellectual Property (IP) law.

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IP Law 360

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

While leveraging generative AI presents potential problems such as loss of ownership of patents and other intellectual properties, a series of practice tips, including ensuring that the technology is used as a supplementary tool and is not contributing to invention conception, can help mitigate those concerns, say Mackenzie Martin and Bryce Bailey (..)

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IIPRD

APRIL 4, 2023

Introduction Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) are essential legal mechanisms that protect the rights of inventors and creators of original works. In addition to the PVFR Act, farmers are also protected under other IPRs, such as trademarks, patents, and geographical indications. Potato Growers.

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IIPRD

MARCH 23, 2022

It should not consist of basic dance movements but have some level of uniqueness in order to prove the ownership. Other forms of Intellectual Property. The methods can be protected under the Patents Laws and the dance costumes can be protected under the Design Laws. Dance in itself encompasses various elements.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

APRIL 26, 2024

Global Trademarks, operating under the umbrella of Swim USA , claims ownership of swimwear designs and brands like MIRACLESUIT ® and SWIM SOLUTIONS ®. Swim USA asserts that it has diligently pursued protection for its intellectual property through design patents and trademark registrations. Continue reading

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 27, 2021

After months (or, perhaps, years) of diligent legal work, your business has finally secured its intellectual property rights through a patent , a trademark registration, a copyright registration or some combination thereof. Patent Maintenance. Patents are subject to periodic maintenance fee payments.

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