The IPKat

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

On 8 November 2021, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) published its annual World Intellectual Property Indicators Report ( WIPI ), reviewing global IP activity in 2020. WIPI compiles data from around 150 IP authorities (both national and regional) and WIPO concerning filing, registration and renewals on IP rights.

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SpicyIP

JULY 22, 2023

With a plethora of developments and discussions on AI and AI based innovations, almost everyone has an opinion on how it should develop! In this post, developed along the lines of a literature review cum blogpost, Yashna Walia has looked through the various government policy documents on AI to see what they have to say about IP!

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IP Tech Blog

JULY 31, 2023

The American IDEA (IP Defense and Enforcement Advancement) Act would provide resources in defending against actors in countries on the United States Trade Representative (USTR) Special 301 Priority Watch List , including China, Russia, India, Indonesia and Venezuela.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 25, 2023

Their session, “Protecting Your Company’s IP in China: Manufacturers, Suppliers, and Competitors and the Pitfalls to Avoid”, covered how to avoid or mitigate issues that arise when competitors, manufacturers, opportunists, or even JV partners file patents on your company’s inventions.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 31, 2023

The American IDEA (IP Defense and Enforcement Advancement) Act would provide resources in defending against actors in countries on the United States Trade Representative (USTR) Special 301 Priority Watch List , including China, Russia, India, Indonesia and Venezuela.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 2, 2022

What is the status of the China utility model process? For US filers seeking patent protection in China, the utility model is an attractive alternative to filing regular utility patent applications. Understandably, companies seek cost-effective ways to gain utility patent protection without spending so much.

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 28, 2023

Action in China can be an important tool for combating these problems. Head of the firm’s China Intellectual Property team, Paolo Beconcini covers the complex challenges of fighting global counterfeiting for INDICAM (Italian Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property), with focus on the “offline” counterfeiting issues in China.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The US has started a worldwide complaint about China’s new legal strategy against intellectual property (IP) theft claims. Since the beginning of 2020, four claims of IP theft have gone to Chinese courts. Three of these claims were against some of China’s largest telecom companies: Huawei Technologies Co. Xiaomi Inc. ,

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IP Watchdog

MAY 23, 2023

Previously, we wrote about how alleged concerns of “hold-up” and a lack of “transparency”, two non-legal terms without accepted definitions, are being used to advocate for special rules applicable to patents subject to declarations regarding Fair, Reasonable and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) licensing.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 4, 2023

Securing the right IP protection for an NFT will be key to its successful commercialization and exploitation by the creator and its owner. In this blog post we examine how copyright is leveraged to protect NFTs, both in the US and China, with a comparative approach that elucidates both the challenges and potential solutions.

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Over two years have passed since the SARS-CoV-2 virus, better known today as COVID-19, made its first appearance in the city of Wuhan, China. In response, some countries are asking the World Trade Organization (WTO) to waive the intellectual property (IP) laws that cover the COVID-19 vaccines and treatments. The Risk of Omicron.

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SpicyIP

JULY 25, 2021

A Parliamentary Standing Committee Report that Challenges the Fine Balances Within the IP System. As some of our readers may have noted, a Parliamentary Standing Committee Report, titled ‘ Review of the Intellectual Property Rights Regime in India’ was released on July 23, 2021. Dr. Arul George Scaria. What to study?

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Patent Trademark Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In the world of patents and trademarks, filing dates matter. Call US patent and trademark attorney Vic Lin at (949) 223-9623 or email vlin@icaplaw.com to explore how we can protect your trademark in foreign countries. Why does a trademark priority claim matter? The earlier the filing date, the better.

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The IPKat

MARCH 2, 2022

While personalized medicine seems to be an essential of modern healthcare, it is also rather unclear how innovations that are developed for its purposes align with patentability requirements and, in general, the way the patent system operates. Join us and discuss this very interesting subject! He teaches European, U.S

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2021

On 29 October 2021, the UK Intellectual Property Office launched a public consultation looking at how the copyright and patent regimes should deal with artificial intelligence. This is not the first time the UKIPO has engaged with a public call for views on the topic of AI and IP. IP plays a fundamental role in this.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 19, 2023

New Developments in China Trade Secret Litigation by Founders Legal China’s Growing Focus on Intellectual Property: The Beijing IP Court Steps Up Protections Trade secrets have become increasingly important in today’s globalized business environment, serving as vital intangible assets for many companies.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 14, 2023

Understanding Patent Evaluation Reports in China by Founders Legal Understanding Patent Evaluation Reports: A Crucial Tool for Patent Owners in China An in-depth look at the Patent Evaluation Report (PER) system in China, its applications, and the critical considerations for patent owners, parties of interest, and accused infringers.

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Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2022

What is the filing deadline for a US design patent based on a foreign priority application? When it comes to filing related patent applications across different countries, filing dates are critical. A US design patent application must be filed within six months of your foreign priority date.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 28, 2023

Action in China can be an important tool for combating these problems. Paolo shares his first-hand experience with raids and enforcement in China over the years and how brands can find the right strategy to enforce their brand in China. In brief, “China has dual enforcement structure.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JULY 28, 2022

Can you file a single patent application for all countries? Wouldn’t it be great if you could get a single patent to cover all countries? Is there such a thing as a worldwide utility patent? Notice I said “patent-pending” and not patented. Can you obtain a worldwide utility patent?

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The IPKat

MARCH 8, 2022

A Kat taking care of a flower blooming in adversity GuestKat Sophie Corke reported on the recent complaint against China before the World Trade Organisation (WTO) prompted by telecommunication patents. Although IP lawyers may avoid tax law matters, some just can't be avoided.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 7, 2023

Discussing the key amendments within the 2023 Act, Lokesh highlights the contentious issues within the law and how they may warrant clarification in the future. Case Summaries Patents Delhi High Court clarifies that ‘revocation petitions’ are not ‘suits’ for the purpose of Section 10 CPC. The Controller of Patents and Ors.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As outlined in our previous post , securing a partial design claim in China is akin to hitting a moving target, as the interpretation of partial design claims in China has varied among cases and examiners. ” While it is unclear just how “connected” the parts must be, we offer the example of FIG.

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Intepat

APRIL 18, 2022

The report discusses how certain causes have shaped innovation and creation in the recent past. The report observes how this decision-driven allocation of resources is what sets the direction of innovation in communities and countries. The report calls the period from 2000-to 2020 that of digital technologies.

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

. In June 2021 the Shenzhen Administration for Market Regulation (Shenzhen AMR) issued the first ever provisions on administrative injunctions against the infringement of a design patents, including online infringements. Given the recent implementation, we will need to wait to see if and how such tool will be used. on April 19, 2021.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 6, 2024

What is a smarter way to patent a medical device? Medical device patents can make a direct impact on sales as well as create licensing opportunities. Even pending patent applications may help startups raise capital. Let’s look at some smart ways to patent a medical device. Need to patent a medical device?

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

On February 1, 2023 the Zero Draft of the WHO’s proposed Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response Accord was published by the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body. Bringing us up to date with the key aspects of the accord and the current stage of negotiations, we are pleased to bring to you a guest post by SpicyIP intern Arnav Laroria.

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

The conference was organized (in hybrid format) in partnership with the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI) with the support of AIPPI and constituted the 2023 edition of the annual international IP conference organized at the Faculty of Law of the University of Geneva ( j ournée de droit de la propriété intellectuelle - JDPI ).

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IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 22, 2022

In order to safely and effectively enjoy the economic benefits deriving from the use of their brands’ goodwill and product reputation in the Metaverse, businesses need to secure the appropriate IP rights. Are they protectable by design patents? Overview of current legislation in China. Other countries are lagging behind.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

On 22 September 2021, China released a 15-year plan to develop intellectual property rights (IPR): ‘The Outline of Building a Powerful Intellectual Property Nation’ (2021–2035). See here a Wikipedia page of the five-year plans in China). Invention patents in strategic emerging industries. This post serves as a quick briefing.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

As outlined in our previous post , on June 1, 2021 the Fourth Amendment to the Chinese Patent Law came into effect, allowing partial claiming in design patent applications. Therefore, for the time being, it is very important for patent practitioners to be thoughtful when filing partial design patent applications in China.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JUNE 15, 2022

Does our firm recommend PCT patent applications? If foreign utility patent protection is desired, filing a PCT patent application makes sense for many applicants. However, such late patent filings will not have the benefit of a priority claim to your earlier filing date. When is a PCT application not recommended?

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Intellectual Property such as patents, trademarks, brand value, copyright, etc have become foundational assets for several businesses, seeking greater importance and attention. Businesses are turning towards their intangible assets, specifically their IP to finance their growth and further innovation.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JANUARY 26, 2022

Why Does Web3 matter for Copyright and IP Lawyers? Blockchain and decentralized ledger technologies offer some powerful functionalities that could be relevant to the functioning of IP rights. The Rift Over Web3. The week before Christmas was disrupted by a controversy in Silicon Valley over the future of the internet.

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The IPKat

MAY 4, 2023

With only a few minor tweaks to the various leaked versions we saw beforehand, the European Commission went forward with its Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) Regulation Proposal. In this spirit, the proposal is eager to establish further clarity as to what is and what is not a standard essential patent.

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SpicyIP

APRIL 7, 2024

Significantly, the agreement requires India to make substantive changes to its provision obligating a patent applicant to furnish information about their foreign applications corresponding to their application in India. She has been working in the field of access to medicines, patents and IP for more than a decade.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 31, 2023

Desmond Tan is a patent attorney registered to practice in Singapore and has a background in engineering. Desmond Tan is a patent attorney registered to practice in Singapore and has a background in engineering. Mr. Tan is a partner at FPA Patent Attorneys IP ([link] and may be reached at desmond.tan@fpapatents.com.sg

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