Trade secrets and software: secrecy over public right to exclude
As software systems become central to business innovation, trade secret law is crucial for protecting them. The need to protect software and algorithms presents unique challenges for businesses that have long relied on patent protection. The nature of software often...
Samsung’s $112M patent verdict: Maxell makes its mark in IP enforcement
In a significant setback for global tech giant Samsung, a Texas federal jury has handed down a USD 111.7 million verdict in favor of Maxell, ruling that Samsung infringed three patents covering user interface technology, multimedia processing, and smart networking....
Delhi High Court holds “algorithms” and “computer program” not patentable
This article discusses an appeal filed by Kroll Information Assurance, LLC (Appellant), against the order of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CG). The appeal concerns the refusal of an Indian Patent Application No. 8100/DELNP/2007 for a...
Optis v. Apple: what the Federal Circuit’s decision means for functional claiming
The Federal Circuit's June 16, 2025, decision in Optis Cellular Technology, LLC v. Apple Inc., 2025 US App. LEXIS 14745 shines a renewed spotlight on a recurring challenge in patent law: functional claiming. Specifically, it reaffirms the court's willingness to apply...
Perkins Coie adds two highly respected IP litigators in Palo Alto
PALO ALTO - March 10, 2025 – Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that Arpita Bhattacharyya and Robert McCauley have joined the firm’s national Intellectual Property (IP) and Patent Litigation practices as partners in the Palo Alto office. Bhattacharyya advises...
Fieldfisher strengthens IP practice with the hire of Victoria Bentley
European law firm Fieldfisher has announced the appointment of Victoria Bentley as a partner in its Intellectual Property practice, expanding the firm's unparalleled expertise in software and emerging technology litigation. Bentley joins the firm from Shoosmiths on...
Bird & Bird strengthens Stockholm IP team with new partner Wendela Hårdemark
International law firm Bird & Bird bolsters its international Intellectual Property (IP) practice in Sweden with the hire of patent litigator Wendela Hårdemark. With almost 20 years of specialized experience in IP rights and commercial disputes, Hårdemark’s...
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Payments company Worldline joins the Open Invention Network
According to a recent report from Macrotrends, global payments revenue for the quarter ending June 30, 2023, was $2.452B, a 7.52% increase year-over-year. Payments services play an increasingly important role in our economy. They enable seamless, near real-time...
Rouse appoints new Joint COO to support M&A ambitions
LONDON, 25 September 2023: Leading International IP services business Rouse today announces the appointment of Paolo Tavolato to the position of Joint Chief Operating Officer (COO), as Rouse continues to expand its leadership team as part of its growth and development...
Anaqua builds on its momentum in Japan with new leadership, clients, solutions and country HQ
Futoshi Saito Joins as President & General Manager, Japan BOSTON, September 26, 2023 – Anaqua, the leading global innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology provider, today announced changes to its executive leadership team in Japan as the...
Innovation in plastic has more than tripled globally, report reveals
European nations must evolve faster, as nearly half of all plastic patents have been developed in Asia over the last two decades. A new report reveals innovation in plastic technology has more than tripled since 2015, following legislative action and policy...
Open Invention Network takes measures to protect AI / ML in Open Source
According to a report by Contrive Datum Research, the market for machine learning (ML) is expected to reach $209 billion by 2030. When companies and organizations speak of deploying artificial intelligence (AI), they are almost certainly using machine learning. ML is...
Clarivate launches AI-powered tool to simplify IP budgets and forecasts
New tool tracks and predicts IP costs more accurately and efficiently Clarivate, a global leader in connecting people and organizations to intelligence they can trust to transform their world, today launched Forecast, the next generation artificial intelligence...
Mewburn Ellis praised for achievements in sustainability
EcoVadis ratings highlight environmental policies and sustainable procurement practices as firm launches annual in-depth sustainable communities report European IP firm Mewburn Ellis has for the second year running, been awarded the prestigious silver medal award by...
Lupton Fawcett to offer onboarding bonus to key hires
Yorkshire law firm Lupton Fawcett is to offer an onboarding bonus to key hires as part of its strategy for continued growth. The firm, which has offices in Leeds, Sheffield and York, is seeking experienced, commercially-minded legal professionals to join its...
Border patrol: D.C. Circuit confirms boundary between the legitimate exercise of patent rights and antitrust enforcement
Antitrust law and patent law can at times appear in conflict. The principal goals of the antitrust laws are to enhance competition and prevent exclusionary conduct. Patents, on the other hand, provide a right to exclude others, including competitors, from the...
Evidence of copying by IPR petitioner may be enough for secondary considerations to overcome showing of obviousness
In Volvo Penta v. Brunswick (2022-1765), evidence of copying overcame the showing that all claim limitations were obvious in light of the prior art. The goal for petitioners in an inter partes review is pretty straightforward: find prior art that teaches all of the...
BMW Group joins Avanci 5G Connected Vehicle Licensing Program
Independent, market-led global solution includes 61 licensors, collectively responsible for the vast majority of essential cellular technologies. World leading manufacturer BMW Group expands pioneering relationship with Avanci to cover 5G connected vehicles. DUBLIN,...
Lewis Silkin continues to strengthen IP offering with partner hire
Lewis Silkin has today announced the appointment of specialist patent partner Jonathan Hewett to its market leading, full-service IP practice. With more than 20 years of experience working with a range of clients including start-ups, universities and multinational...
Arkus Consulting hires Clare Palmer as Executive Assistant
Arkus Consulting is pleased to announce the hiring of Clare Palmer as Executive Assistant to support the management team. Clare has over 16 years’ experience of working within large international law firms supporting senior partners and management teams. The...
Fintech NatWest Group joins Open Invention Network community to reduce patent risk
In this dynamic environment, patent protection plays a crucial role in safeguarding fintech innovations that improve user experiences, enhance payment systems, and streamline financial processes. The number of fintech patents and applications continues to grow...
Dykema expands its IP depth with the addition of Michael J. Word in Chicago
Chicago – September 7, 2023 – Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced the addition of Michael Word as a Member of its Intellectual Property Department resident in the firm’s Chicago office. Word joins Dykema after practicing at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago and...
A shift in gears sees Zwift and Wahoo back in collaboration
Following on from a lawsuit filed by Wahoo against Zwift back in October 2022, alleging that Zwift’s new Hub trainer infringed Wahoo’s patents, it has been confirmed that the lawsuit has been dropped. Zwift, a brand known for its indoor cycling equipment, had limited...
Shoosmiths adds strategic bench strength to IP team with partner hire
Shoosmiths has added bench strength to its intellectual property (IP) team with the strategic appointment of new partner, Antony Craggs. Antony, who joins Shoosmiths’ London office from Lewis Silkin, is a highly experienced intellectual property lawyer, primarily...
Mewburn Ellis marks International Day of Charity with £219,000 commitment to charity partnerships
Charitable support since 2020 in excess of £790,000 LONDON –To mark the International Day of Charity (September 5th), Mewburn Ellis LLP has announced a commitment of £219,000 to its charity partnerships for 2023/2024 through its Forward Community Program Charity Fund,...
Powerful new search tool will help IPO maintain patent quality
Office (IPO) performs patent searches. ‘SEARCH’ is based on the state-of-the art patent search tool developed and used by the European Patent Office (EPO), widely regarded as the best such tool in the world. The IPO has worked with the EPO to develop ‘SEARCH’ as the...
Protecting organoleptics in food IP: a problem to sink your teeth into!
Recently, plant-based protein manufacturer “Juicy Marbles” announced their newest product: vegan pork ribs, with edible bones. The soy-based ribs will join the brand’s roster of plant-based “whole cuts”, filet steaks, and joints. The USP of the Juicy Marbles range is...
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