LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

PatentNext Summary: In some instances, software-based patent applications can fail to include a sufficient algorithm describing “how” the software interacts with the underlying hardware of the invention. Therefore, as a general rule, software-related patents should include an algorithm.

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SpicyIP

JULY 22, 2023

While there are a number of aspects covered by “Artificial Intelligence”, ranging from definitions to scope, from life-saving to life-threatening, there has been surprisingly limited public policy discussion on the intersection of AI and IP in India. Her area of interest lies in IP and corporate law. Arul Scaria).

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Madelaine Lynch is an IP Intensive student and a 3L JD candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School. This was an amazing opportunity since the IP realities of start-ups are quite different than the IP we learn from a textbook, or even the IP experienced from a law firm perspective. I then created a second “Deep Dive” series.

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IPilogue

MARCH 29, 2022

This article is part of a series covering the 5th Annual IP Data & Research Conference, hosted by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office and the Centre for International Governance Innovation. Trends and Challenges in Canada’s IP Ownership and a Collective’s Role in Addressing these Challenges.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 16, 2021

With IP forming a major role in the company wealth generation, the company must ensure that such IP issues are met perfectly so that the company can have maximum output and wealth generation. Enforcing your IP. The IP is recognized in different forms under each jurisdiction. Image Source: gettyimages].

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IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The IP principle that abstract ideas cannot be patented has often been misapplied to the development of software, often boiling down to concluding software to be unpatentable. However, which parts of software are patentable, and which parts are not?

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) states, ” a trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 16, 2023

But any company preparing to sell within the next five years should consider the more common IP issues that arise during the legal due diligence process. IP Ownership Nearly all purchase agreements require the seller to warrant that it owns or licenses the intellectual property necessary for operation of the business.

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Patent Trademark Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

What makes an invention eligible for patent protection? Not every new thing is patentable. A concept might be unique, and yet ineligible for patent protection. Subject matter eligibility refers to whether an invention is qualified for patent protection. 35 USC 101 – Inventions patentable. What is Section 101?

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

This is the latest in the series titled “NPE Showcase,” where we discuss high-volume non-practicing entities (or as some call them, “patent trolls”). This installment will focus on a company named Ridgeview IP. Ridgeview IP is an IP Edge entity responsible for 14 total lawsuits, six of which are still active.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 24, 2022

The word “protect” is curious in the context of IP. If you think of IP as an asset, then it makes sense. Along those lines, the concept of protecting your IP would have a similar meaning of stopping others from taking or using your intangible assets. How to protect your innovation with patents.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 18, 2023

Part I of this two-part post focused on new challenges in IP procurement for businesses using AI for innovation. This second and final post will identify potential risks of IP infringement, and some additional considerations. AI-generated content may create risks of infringement of IP owned by third parties.

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IIPRD

JANUARY 24, 2023

Software being a Grey area can be provided protection under two heads, while trade secrets plays a major role in protection of innovation including patent. A robust and substantive IP portfolio does not only protect inventions but, also demonstrates the strength of the innovative business models of companies.

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

There are, however, several challenges related to obtaining IP protection for algorithms in China. There are, however, several challenges related to obtaining IP protection for algorithms in China. Additional software and technical measures are also encouraged to track and monitor flow of information and data.

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IP Watchdog

MAY 16, 2024

Juristat is seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join its data team as IDS Patent Specialist. This group provides a personalized human level of input to Juristat's AI software and is a critical component of its team. This role is 100% remote with optional office space for in-person meetings/gatherings at the St.

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IP Watchdog

MARCH 15, 2024

one of America’s oldest continuously-operated patent practices founded and operated by a woman patent attorney, is seeking a registered U.S. patent attorney, preferably with a proven track record in patenting software, artificial intelligence (AI), convolutional network, medical devices, and other electrical technologies.

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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

JUNE 13, 2022

Patent protection is perhaps the most contentious form of IP protection for software. By: Kidon IP

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 13, 2022

Are you or your company expecting to spend a considerable sum anytime soon on computer software? Companies often acquire computer software without much concern — other than the price/cost of the product. You may even be required to offer your expensive new software to others for free. IP infringement risks.

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SpicyIP

APRIL 24, 2022

IP Reveries: Class I – “IPR” – A Tantalising Term or Troubling Terminology? To start with, let’s think a little about what IP and IPR mean. Mindy: I think it is just copyright, patent, trademark, and stuff like that, right? Swaraj Barooah & Lokesh Vyas. Hands over the class to the Professor ). Akira: Yes.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

However, it does recognize that IP issues exist and mandates actions by various agencies to address these issues. The White House Executive Order on AI (“EO”) is comprehensive and covers a wide range of topics. We provided a summary here. It addresses many of the risks and problems that can arise with AI.

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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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The IPKat

JANUARY 16, 2022

Take shelter in this post and check what was published last week around the IP blogs. Patents The IPWatchdog posted an article about the changing risks – in the economic and legal sense – over time and the implications of these changes for patent licensing dynamics. Jamaica is the 110th Member State to join the Madrid Protocol.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 13, 2022

Julia Hugendubel, describes recent developments concerning tokenization of IP rights to manage IP. Interest in blockchain technology, tokens, and IP, continues apace. Tokenization of IP In a nutshell, "tokenization" means using a smart contract (i.e.,

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IPilogue

JANUARY 14, 2022

Pina D’Agostino is the Founder and Director of IP Osgoode, the IP Intensive Program, and the IP Innovation Clinic, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the IPilogue, the Deputy Editor of the Intellectual Property Journal, and an Associate Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School. 2021 was an exciting year for the IPilogue.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 17, 2021

This post is the third and final installment in the “Africa IP Highlights 2021 series” of posts highlighting some of the key developments in IP in Africa in 2021. This post is about patents and reforms in IP policy, legislation and administration. The first 2 posts covered copyright and trade marks.

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Dragons' Den

APRIL 4, 2024

They have turned over £7,000 to date and have a UK, US and EU patent and they have registered their design and also have a UK trade mark. It’s great that Tori and Carrie already thought about overseas protection because IP rights are territorial. Creating Art First up are Grant and Charlotte who are cofounders of Yard Art UK Ltd.

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Kashishipr

MARCH 16, 2022

The term ‘ Intellectual Property (IP) ‘ is like the term ‘Organic’ to some extent, i.e., people across the globe possess some knowledge as to what it means but aren’t crystal clear on its specific details. In the same way round, IP puts a virtual fence around the property or assets that it safeguards.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Stephen Thaler’s AI DABUS, holding that an AI software cannot be listed as an inventor. Image of Dr. Thaler taken from here On December 20, 2023, the UK Supreme Court ruled against granting patent protection to two inventions whose investor was listed as DABUS (Device for the Autonomous Bootstrapping of Unified Sentience).

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Intepat

OCTOBER 18, 2023

To this effect, the WIPO IP Diagnostics Tool stands as a pivotal achievement at the intersection of technology and intellectual property (IP). India’s adoption of this tool marks a significant stride in the evolution of its IP landscape. Who is it for? How to use it?

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 3, 2023

The recent proliferation of useful Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) tools for tasks like text, image, music, and software code generation is all the rage. copyright and patent laws are currently written in a way that require human creation to be eligible for protection. This question is of critical importance because the U.S.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Industrial companies displayed scalable lighting solutions, temperature and humidity control technologies, extraction systems, packaging systems, and software and artificial intelligence growing systems, among the vast array of capital equipment involved in scaling up operations in the cannabis industry. An IP Lawyer’s Takeaways.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

IPR primarily include patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and designs, each serving a specific purpose in protecting various forms of intellectual creations. Novel innovations are protected by patents, but software codes, designs, or artistic components are protected by copyrights.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Patents PatentLyO discussed the SAS Institute, Inc. The basic question in the case is whether a programming language used in SAS software is copyrightable. Together with the Mannheim court, which, according to Juve Patent, is popular for SEP litigation, they are the largest patent courts in Germany.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Even though the focus of these activities involves, among others, accounting, financial, and the legal standing of the entity, there are also a number of tasks that involve the status of IP matters and rights held by the company.

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Selvam & Selvam Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

In what appears to be an almost exasperated tone, the Hon’ble Judge prefaced the order by stating that the Court never “ceases to be surprised” at the kind of orders which come before it, from the office of the Registry of Trade Marks/Controller General of Patents. In April this year, the Delhi HC in Blackberry Ltd v.

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IP Watchdog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Our client, a respected IP boutique law firm with a focus on patent prosecution excellence, is actively seeking an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science Patent Attorney to join their growing team in Nothern Virginia. This is a full-time, permanent, and remote position.

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