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Managing IP Americas Awards 2023: shortlists announced

Managing IP

The winners of the awards will be revealed at a gala dinner in New York City on April 27 Copyright Free Trademarks IP Strategy Patents Managing IP Awards International North America Latin America and Caribbean

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IP creep by the IP creeps

Likelihood of Confusion

The post IP creep by the IP creeps appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™. IP OverreachingThe record industry moves in yet another way toward getting the law to treat your music purchase as a music license (via BoingBoing), writes Ken Fisher: New “pawn shop” laws.

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This Week in Washington IP: USPTO-FDA Listening Session, China’s IP Landscape, Women in Entrepreneurship

IP Watchdog

This week in Washington IP news, following the federal holiday to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Capitol Hill IP News IPWatchdog Articles USPTO intellectual property This Week in Washington IP

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Earning IP Protection for Your Software Applications

IP.com

The post Earning IP Protection for Your Software Applications appeared first on IP.com - IP Innovation and Analytics. IP Strategy

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Terms of Obligation in IP Licenses: Respecting Tradition While Enhancing Clarity

IP Watchdog

In teaching Intellectual Property (IP) licensing for the Licensing Executives Society (USA & Canada), Inc., In IP licensing, it is the difficult task of reducing to writing an idea from two or more minds such that it conveys to both what each conceived of as the agreement.

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Issa is Not a Fit for IP Subcommittee Chairman

IP Watchdog

The House of Representatives’ Judiciary Committee—Subcommittee on the Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet (IP Subcommittee) writes patent law and is responsible for other patent-related initiatives.

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IP Leaders Join Forces to Counter Anti-IP Narratives

IP Watchdog

A new intellectual property (IP) organization launched today will be headed by former vice president of U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC), Frank Cullen, and features a Board of Directors comprised of bipartisan frontrunners in the IP realm.

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Young People Know that Intellectual Property Exists but Lack Insight in How IP Rights Work

IP Close Up

Data News Places Research Transactions Uncategorized competition copyrights innovation intellectual property Intellectual Property Office of Singapore IP awareness IP education IP literacy IPOS patents Singapore survey Technology trademarks World IP Day youth

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Intellectual Property (IP) Challenges Faced in the Digital Economy

Kashishipr

Instead, it is they may not own the exclusive rights to the Intellectual Property (IP) assets that such technologies are built upon usually. So, let us now make ourselves aware of the different challenges manufacturing firms face around IP in the digital economy and ways of overcoming them.

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World IP Day 2022 Emphasizes Youth Contributions to IP

IP Watchdog

It is once again World IP Day, on which the global intellectual property (IP) community celebrates IP and innovation, as well as the day that the Convention establishing the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) came into force (April 26, 1970).

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New USPTO Tool Aims to Help IP Newbies Identify Their Rights

IP Watchdog

Copyright Inventors Information IP News IPWatchdog Articles Patents Trademark USPTO innovation intellectual property IP Identifier Kathi Vidal patent patent office patent prosecution Women's Entrepreneurship InitiativeAt the U.S.

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Managing IP Asia-Pacific Awards 2023: shortlists announced

Managing IP

The winners of the Managing IP Asia-Pacific Awards 2023 will be announced in Singapore on the week of May 15 Managing IP Awards International Free Patents Trademarks IP Strategy Copyright Asia-Pacific

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Blockchain’s Very Big (and Very Bad) IP Day

Plagiarism Today

The post Blockchain’s Very Big (and Very Bad) IP Day appeared first on Plagiarism Today. Yesterday, two major rulings came out that impact Bitcoin and other blockchain-based technologies. Here's what happened.

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Protection of Intellectual Property (IP) in the Metaverse

Kashishipr

The dramatic rise in e-commerce in the last two decades saw many brand and business owners struggling to safeguard their Intellectual Property (IP) assets in cyberspace, starting from domain names and then going onto social media handles. IP Challenges in the Metaverse.

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Ivan’s IP

Likelihood of Confusion

The post Ivan’s IP appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™. IP Institutions RussiaBoing Boing reports on a chilling development: The Kremlin is using Russia’s new anti-software-piracy laws to target dissident media outlets and shut them down. This is an eerie echo of.

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U.S. Chamber Warns Global Wave of Anti-IP Policy Proposals May Be Slowing IP Progress

IP Watchdog

Chamber of Commerce issued its 11th annual International IP Index today, striking what seems like a more dismal tone than usual compared with past reports. The Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC) of the U.S.

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World IP Day: IP and Youth-Innovating for a Better Future (Kidovate as an Example)?

Hugh Stephens Blog

This year the theme of World Intellectual Property (IP) Day, April 26, is “IP and Youth: Innovating for a Better Future”.

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The Impact of Weaker IP Rights and IP Monetization will be Examined at Two Fall Conferences

IP Close Up

Understanding the meaning of weaker IP rights and commercializing innovation are the focus of major intellectual property events in September and October.

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WIPO Report: China Sees Massive Surge in IP Filings Across the Board

IP Watchdog

Worldwide IP filings increased by 3.6% China Europe International IP News IPWatchdog Articles Patents Trademark WIPO innovation intellectual property IP filings patent office patent prosecution patents trademark trademarks USPTO World Intellectual Property Indicators

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Meet the New Republican Membership of the House IP Subcommittee

IP Watchdog

The House IP Subcommittee during the 118th Congress also contains several incoming Representatives, including a few that have had some engagement with IP matters prior to joining the subcommittee.

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Etsy Launches New IP Portal

Plagiarism Today

The post Etsy Launches New IP Portal appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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IPBasics.org is Launched: Less is More When it Comes to Understanding IP Rights

IP Close Up

When it comes to understanding intellectual property rights at least one organization has come to believe that less is more. A fresh approach to learning Continue reading.

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ElevateIP aims to aid SMEs with IP

IPilogue

In 2018, the Government of Canada introduced an Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy to aid “Canadian businesses, creators, entrepreneurs and innovators” to “understand, protect and access IP”. Thus, the overall goal of ElevateIP is to help Canadian SMEs overcome their lack of IP.

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IP Valuation

Olartemoure Blog

Through this agreement, both organizations will be able to exchange information and expertise and collaborate on research, development, capacity building, and the promotion of best valuation practices for IP and other intangible assets worldwide.

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Exploring the Top 5 IP Challenges that Brands & Businesses Face

Kashishipr

Having a robust Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio and strategizing well to maintain it can do wonders in enhancing your brand value and market share. Coming Up With Valuable IP Assets. All IP assets don’t generate value. Managing the IP Portfolio Well.

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2023 IP Resolutions Start with a Review of IP Assets

The IP Law Blog

Understanding the extent of a company’s IP holdings usually starts with what’s known to the company, such as all registered copyrights, trademarks, or patents, domestic and foreign. After looking at all known IP assets, look into what may be unknown.

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Announcing the 15th Annual Canada’s IP Writing Challenge

IPilogue

The Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC) and IP Osgoode are delighted to announce the 2023 edition of Canada’s IP Writing Challenge. More details on Canada’s IP Writing Challenge are available here.

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This Week in Washington IP: Celebrating Black Invention with Invent Together, USPTO Begins Symposium Series on Women’s Entrepreneurship, and House Committee Holds Hearing on U.S. Innovation

IP Watchdog

This week in Washington IP news, the House Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, And Commerce holds a hearing on promoting innovation and protecting data privacy, and the Senate Judiciary Committee holds a meeting about a handful of judicial appointments.

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Nutraceutical Industry & Associated IP Rights

IIPRD

Intellectual Property Rights in Nutraceuticals Protecting intellectual property (IP) originating from the sector’s research and development can assist enterprises in maintaining their competitive advantage by preventing others from exploiting the rewards of their labor.

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In 2022 the IP CloseUp Blog Surpassed 250,000 Visits; 360,000 Page Views

IP Close Up

2022 was a breakthrough year for IP CloseUp, a leading independent blog that follows intellectual property developments, trends and people. The no-fee publication has generated Continue reading.

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Celebrating British IP Day with great success stories 

Intellectual Property Office Blog

British IP Day, however, gives us that extra excuse for sharing some great IP success stories. Working with Innovate UK Edge , an IP Audit highlighted areas where the company could use their IP to develop more profitably. . IP for Business tools .

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Africa IP Highlights #3: Patents, other IPRs and reforms in IP policy, legislation and administration

The IPKat

This post is the third and final instalment in the “Africa IP Highlights 2022" series of posts highlighting some of the key developments in IP in Africa in 2022. This post is about patents, other IPRs and reforms in IP policy, legislation and administration.

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IP Leaders Tell Congress, AI Masters Attendees, It’s Past Time for a Solid U.S. Innovation Strategy

IP Watchdog

House of Representatives’ Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet held a hearing Wednesday that was part one of a series it will be running on IP and “Strategic Competition with China.” The U.S.

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IP Financing in Indonesia

IP and Legal Filings

Ownership of intellectual property (IP) used as collateral often belongs to the borrower. A lender may, however, impose restrictions on how the IP may be used in the future. The ability to licence the IP or transfer it to others may be impacted by this. Applying for IP Financing.

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People’s Vaccine Alliance: WHO Must Ensure Members Commit to Waive IP Rights in Pandemic Accord

IP Watchdog

Government International IP News IPWatchdog Articles Patents Technology & Innovation COVID IP waiver innovation intellectual property IP rights multilateral agreements pandemic Pandemic Accord patent People's Vaccine Alliance technology TRIPS World Health Organization

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Faegre Drinker is Seeking an IP Litigation Associate

IP Watchdog

IP News IPWatchdog Articles JobOrtunities Job BoardFaegre Drinker is actively recruiting a litigation associate to join the firm's thriving Intellectual Property practice. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive compensation and unlimited potential for professional growth.

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Troutman Pepper is Seeking an IP Services Assistant

IP Watchdog

Troutman Pepper is Seeking an IP Services Assistant. The IP Services Assistant is a full-time, regular position with an annual billable requirement. IP News IPWatchdog Articles JobOrtunities Job Board

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IP Licensing for Business Companies & Organizations – How to Do it Right?

Kashishipr

Any form of Intellectual Property (IP) , be it a trademark, patent, or copyright, can be licensed to third parties. Through IP licensing, IP rights holders grant third parties the exclusive right to use their IP while retaining their ownership.

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mRNA IP 2022 Year in Review: Pioneers Clash in Major Patent Litigations

IP Watchdog

Since this is the most significant happening in this space with respect to IP in 2022, this post will provide an overview of that activity as well as a summary exposure analysis.

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Six-Part Podcast Series from CIPU, ‘Understanding IP Matters,’ is set to Debut on December 7th

IP Close Up

A new podcast series, ‘Understanding IP Matters – From creator to entrepreneur’ is set to launch from the Center for Intellectual Property Understanding. ‘Understanding IP Continue reading.

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IP Rights Awareness is Being Taught to Students of All Ages ‘to Build China into an IP Powerhouse’

IP Close Up

News Bilibili China Daily China Intellectual Property Training Center entrepreneurship global center innovation IP education IP literacy IP professionals IP rights patents protection science students trade secrets trademarks

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The IP News that Mattered Most in 2022, According to You

IP Watchdog

Below, some of our readers weigh in on what IP news mattered most to them in 2022—add your thoughts in the comments below! Holiday Posts IP News IPWatchdog Articles 2022 Holiday posts innovation intellectual property What Mattered year in review

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How Technology is Reshaping the IP Management Industry

IP Watchdog

There’s hardly any area in entrepreneurship today that deals with innovation more than intellectual property rights protection – in fact, cutting edge technology and inventions are at the core of the IP industry.