Evolving scope of patent claim amendment
The recent orders from the Delhi High court clarify that the claims can be amended by including the features from the description, thus redefining the permissibility of the claim amendments by the Indian Patent Act. The Delhi High Court, Intellectual Property Division...
Is ChatGPT for patent lawyers?
When I was young, Steve Jobs famously called computers “bicycles for the mind,” and the metaphor helped explain why computers are so useful to human beings. Bicycles help humans conserve energy from one step to the next, which is why they are the best walkers in the...
Innovation stays strong: patent applications in Europe continue to grow in 2022
Patent applications at the European Patent Office (EPO) up 2.5% despite global uncertainties Record demand for patents reflects attractiveness of European market Digital and clean-energy technologies on the rise China and US are main engines of growth in patent...
Alice Motions at the pleading stage in patent infringement litigations in the United States
Defendants in patent infringement cases filed in the United States by non-practicing entities (commonly known as “patent trolls”) typically move to dismiss such cases pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12 on patent eligibility grounds. The recent decision...
Held on the week of World IP Day, the IP Leadership Executive 2023 (April 24-25, The Westin San Jose) is the elite gathering of global IP professionals, with all discussions being held under Chatham House rules. Share best practices and determine what world-class IP leadership looks like, and how to achieve it, through a unique blend of closed-door exchanges, extended networking, one-to-one face-time and high-level discussion.
Ojam Bullrich Flanzbaum is now a certified B Corporation
Ojam Bullrich Flanzbaum is the leading company in intellectual and industrial property and intangible asset management in Argentina, and has been certified as a B Corporation by B Lab, the global non-profit organization. As highlighted by Juan Carlos Ojam, managing...
MoU between IPO and CMA
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has agreed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) today. This MoU reiterates the commitment of the IPO and CMA to furthering their strong co-operation, and work closely in areas...
Clarivate announces Gordon Samson as President of Intellectual Property
Naming the first of three business leaders for its newly created market segments Clarivate Plc (NYSE: CLVT), a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust, today announced that Gordon Samson, currently Chief Product Officer, has...
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Ojam Bullrich Flanzbaum is now a certified B Corporation
Ojam Bullrich Flanzbaum is the leading company in intellectual and industrial property and intangible asset management in Argentina, and has been certified as a B Corporation by B Lab, the global non-profit organization. As highlighted by Juan Carlos Ojam, managing...
MoU between IPO and CMA
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has agreed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) today. This MoU reiterates the commitment of the IPO and CMA to furthering their strong co-operation, and work closely in areas...
Clarivate announces Gordon Samson as President of Intellectual Property
Naming the first of three business leaders for its newly created market segments Clarivate Plc (NYSE: CLVT), a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust, today announced that Gordon Samson, currently Chief Product Officer, has...
Evolving scope of patent claim amendment
The recent orders from the Delhi High court clarify that the claims can be amended by including the features from the description, thus redefining the permissibility of the claim amendments by the Indian Patent Act. The Delhi High Court, Intellectual Property Division...
Innovation stays strong: patent applications in Europe continue to grow in 2022
Patent applications at the European Patent Office (EPO) up 2.5% despite global uncertainties Record demand for patents reflects attractiveness of European market Digital and clean-energy technologies on the rise China and US are main engines of growth in patent...
Anaqua provides platform for intellectual property management to Fujitsu
BOSTON, March 28, 2023 – Anaqua, the leading innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology provider, today announced that information and communications technology company Fujitsu has adopted Anaqua’s AQX platform to optimize the digital management...
Circle joins LOT Network to protect digital asset products from patent litigation
BOSTON, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Circle Internet Financial, a global digital financial technology firm and the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), today announced it has joined LOT Network, a non-profit global community of companies that protects its members against...
SoftSmile honored as 2023 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award Winner
SoftSmile’s first product, VISION, ranks as a top AI-driven solution that is democratizing orthodontics NEW YORK - March 23, 2023 - SoftSmile, a technology company focused on delivering best in class software to the dental and orthodontic industry, today was named a...
Is ChatGPT for patent lawyers?
When I was young, Steve Jobs famously called computers “bicycles for the mind,” and the metaphor helped explain why computers are so useful to human beings. Bicycles help humans conserve energy from one step to the next, which is why they are the best walkers in the...
A surge in innovation in the Femtech sector is set to revolutionise healthcare for women
And this is just the beginning says Mewburn Ellis report LONDON – International IP firm Mewburn Ellis today publishes its latest report which explores some of the exciting new technologies that have entered the Femtech market in recent years, as well as analyzing the...
Alice Motions at the pleading stage in patent infringement litigations in the United States
Defendants in patent infringement cases filed in the United States by non-practicing entities (commonly known as “patent trolls”) typically move to dismiss such cases pursuant to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12 on patent eligibility grounds. The recent decision...
Mewburn Ellis backs up strong growth with four partner promotions
Leading European Intellectual Property firm announces the promotion of two equity partners, two new partners along with a new IP Director whilst strengthening its legal team in Munich with new Senior Associate LONDON – Intellectual Property firm Mewburn Ellis today...
Avanci Broadcast launched as one-stop licensing platform for ATSC 3.0 standard
New platform includes more than 70% of ATSC 3.0 essential patent families and licensees responsible for vast majority of ATSC 3.0 televisions sold to date DALLAS, Texas, March 7, 2023 – Avanci, a leader in simplifying the sharing of advanced technologies, has launched...
The wonder materials driving battery innovation
Every aspect of the battery lifecycle is experiencing innovation which is pushing batteries towards being arguably the most important technology of the 21st century. For this reason, our recently published Battery Insights & IP Trends special report analyses...
A killer comma (,) that crashed Boeings’ patent
Boeing the US aerospace giant ended up losing a very crucial patent due to a misplaced comma in the patent claim. Background: The patent under question was EP1798 872 dealing with the method of handling aircraft communication. The method discloses the use of different...
Third largest semiconductor production equipment manufacturer joins Open Invention Network
Across the globe, governments are in a race to bring semiconductor manufacturing within their borders. The United States is providing an unprecedented $39 billion in government support to build new semi factories and to expand production. Why? Because chips are the...
Robert A. Matthews joins Leverage IP as its patent-law expert
Newest leader brings three decades of legal experience to IP consultancy Bridgewater, NJ (March 6, 2023) – Leverage IP, a global consultancy providing holistic IP strategy, unparalleled advising, and creative solutions to help companies benefit financially from their...
Cybin announces positive data from its CYB003 phase 1/2a trial and provides update on its CYB004 development program
- CYB003 Phase 1/2a interim data demonstrate rapid and short-acting effects; robust psychedelic effects at low doses; positive safety and tolerability profile; top-line efficacy data expected late Q3 2023 - - Initial findings from Phase 1 CYB004-E study suggest IV DMT...
Quarles expands Western US presence through combination with Adsero IP in Denver
February 27, 2023 (Denver) – The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced today its combination with Adsero IP, a leading intellectual property (IP) law firm in Denver, effective March 1, 2023. The opening of a Denver office marks Quarles’ second recent...
Turbulent times: Nike v Lululemon over FlyKnit patent portfolio
While trademark/trade dress and design patents are often used by sneaker brands to protect against similar sneaker designs released by competitors, utility patents have also been used to protect features of sneakers for over a hundred years. From Reebok’s patent for...
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