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This post examines Artifex's enforcement action against Palm for alleged violation of open source license terms regarding muPDF. It discusses the legal trends in OSS license compliance and…
The SIP-EIT scheme from the Department of IT supports Indian SMEs and startups with financial assistance for international patent protection in electronics and IT. Eligible applicants can receive…
This article discusses the conditions under which using a patented invention in a movie may constitute patent infringement under Indian law. It differentiates between actual use and depiction,…
This article explores the essential requirements for patentability and their function in shaping the boundary between patent protection and the public domain. It discusses the influence of the…
This article explores the relationship between exclusive patent rights and the public domain under Indian patent law. It discusses how incentives and access impact innovation and technological progress,…
The post examines if the President of Senegal can claim royalties from the African Renaissance statue as its designer. Analysing copyright laws and government work provisions, it concludes…
Intellectual property is vital for startups to secure business advantages and attract investment. This article provides a practical guide to patents, trademarks, copyright, and risk mitigation for entrepreneurs…
This analysis reviews the filing and registration trends of GI applications in India since 2003. It highlights regional distribution, predominant product categories, and presents a factual summary of…
The post discusses whether patent claim amendments should be permitted during litigation, highlighting the Delhi High Court’s approach in the AGC Flat Glass case. It critically evaluates the…
This article analyses the patent risks associated with open source software, focusing on legal challenges, real-world cases, and mitigation strategies. It provides practical guidance for developers and companies…
This update summarises Indian trademark statistics, Apple’s recent trademark filings, and the IPAB’s decision on the iPhone trademark. It also reviews Wrangler’s anti-counterfeiting action and highlights the GI…
This case review analyses the Garware v Techfeb patent, focusing on the specification's drafting and the relevance of prior art. The post raises questions about the invention's novelty…