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Upcoming Changes in Korean Patent Law for 2024
Two significant amendments to the Patent Law are slated to come into effect on January 1, 2024. These amendments are…
Understanding Patent Evaluation Reports in China
An in-depth look at the Patent Evaluation Report (PER) system in China, its applications, and the critical considerations for patent…
New Developments in China Trade Secret Litigation
Explore the transformation of trade secret protection in China with a focus on the Beijing Intellectual Property (IP) Court’s proactive…
Proposed Changes to U.S. Patent Practice: Creation of a Design Patent Practitioner Bar
Discover how the USPTO plans to reshape patent practice with the proposed design patent practitioner bar. Find out who benefits,…
USPTO Officially Transitions to Issuing Electronic Patent Grants on April 18, 2023
The USPTO’s transition to electronic patent grants signifies a major step towards modernization and increased efficiency in the patent application…
New Developments in Korean Patent Law
The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) has introduced a series of important changes to the country’s patent examination process, aimed…
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Understanding the Difference Between Actual Use (1(a)) and Intent to Use (1(b)) Trademark Applications
Learn the the differences between Section 1(a) Actual Use and Section 1(b) Intent to Use trademark registration applications, emphasizing the…
Your Intellectual Property Attorney Can be Located in a Different State
Did you know that your intellectual property attorney can be located anywhere in the United States? This is because most…
Protecting Your Brand: Don’t Trust Your Trademark To Just Anyone
Safeguard Your Brand: How Choosing the Wrong Trademark Lawyer Can Kill Your Brand.
Navigating Brand Protection and Trademarks for Social Media Influencers
In this article, we share best practices for social media influencers to protect their brand, reputation, and business through trademark…
Trademark Alert: Fraudulent Low-cost trademark design & filing sites
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced a number of show-cause orders and exclusion orders issued by…
What is the process of getting a trademark? A step-by-step timeline.
Discover the trademark process timeline with our comprehensive guide to obtaining a trademark. Learn the essential steps to protect your…
Copyright Resources
Google v. Oracle – Overview of Software Copyright Law in View of Google v. Oracle
On April 5, 2021, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided GOOGLE LLC v. ORACLE AMERICA, INC. …
Interesting Patents: Spotify’s Use of Natural Language Processing
This patent discloses a method of leveraging machine learning models to recommend media content based on user media interaction.
Interesting Patents: Facebook Using Machine Learning to Recommend Music
This patent discloses a method of leveraging machine learning models to recommend media content based on user media interaction.
Interesting Patents: IBM’s Copy and Paste Enhancement
The system is set up to work between multiple cloud-based computerized environments as a third party processor to process software…
Interesting Patents: Ford’s Anxiety Reducing System
Today’s Ford patent application seeks to address autonomous anxiety. Here’s the full scoop.
Interesting Patents: Sony’s Gaming System
This week Boeing was issued a patent for a new type of Hybrid Turbine Engines. Traditionally Electric engines are not…
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Electronic Signatures: Key Aspects for E-Signature Enforceability
With the growing adoption of e-signatures, questions and concerns have arisen regarding their legality, admissibility, and security
Combining Multiple Inventions into a Single Patent Application: Risks vs. Cost Savings
What are the potential cost savings and risks associated with combining multiple related inventions into a single patent application? While…
My New Invention Has Many Uses – Do I Need Multiple Patents?
A single invention (for example – an automated cleaning robot) may have many different innovations (let’s call them ‘components’) making…
USPTO Extends Combined Patent Search Pilot Program with Japanese Patent Office and Korean Intellectual Property Office
The United States Patent Office has announced an expansion of the Collaborative Search Pilot Program beginning November 1, 2022. This…
Why intellectual property rights are important for startups seeking funding from investors
When seeking funding from investors, it is important for startups to have a strong intellectual property strategy in place.
Free Online Tools and Resources for Inventors
Full access to our list of free tools and resources available for inventors seeking to patent and commercialize their ideas.
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My New Invention Has Many Uses – Do I Need Multiple Patents?
A single invention (for example – an automated cleaning robot) may have many different innovations (let’s call them ‘components’) making…
USPTO Extends Combined Patent Search Pilot Program with Japanese Patent Office and Korean Intellectual Property Office
The United States Patent Office has announced an expansion of the Collaborative Search Pilot Program beginning November 1, 2022. This…
Why intellectual property rights are important for startups seeking funding from investors
When seeking funding from investors, it is important for startups to have a strong intellectual property strategy in place.
Free Online Tools and Resources for Inventors
Full access to our list of free tools and resources available for inventors seeking to patent and commercialize their ideas.
How Incubator and Accelerator Programs Can Help Startups Succeed
If you’re a startup, incubator and accelerator programs can be an invaluable resource.
USPTO Extends Combined Patent Search Pilot Program with Japanese Patent Office
The United States Patent Office has announced an expansion of the Collaborative Search Pilot Program beginning November 1, 2022. This…