Historical Patents: To Pin or Not to Pin
This article examines the history and impact of the safety pin patent, invented by Walter Hunt in 1849. It considers the invention’s practical, cultural, and commercial significance with…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
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Dr. Kalyan Kankanala is a practicing intellectual property (IP) attorney and author. He is a senior partner at BananaIP Counsels, a well-known IP firm based in Bangalore, India. His writings cover a range of topics relating to IP law, business, and policy, and he has authored several books and articles in the field. He has been contributing to this blog since 2007.
The views expressed here are his own and do not represent those of BananaIP Counsels or its members.
Valentine’s Day Gifts ( Love Patents II) :Tie The Lovers Knot
An interesting patent application filed in China describes a lover’s knot. This can be your first step before tying the final wedding knot if you do decide to…
Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies – IP Audits XII
This post explores how IP audits can help companies identify and unlock value from their intellectual property. It emphasises the critical role of organisational commitment and clear strategic…
IP Audits/Mining and Business Value- A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at CII
The following presentation titled “IP Audits/Mining and Business Value”, was delivered Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala (Managing Partner, BananaIP Counsels) at a conference on intellectual property management organised by…
Patent and Other Government Policy for Start-Ups
The Indian government’s Start-Up policy introduces major incentives such as tax cuts, simplified compliance, and patent benefits to foster innovation. These measures are expected to enhance IP filings…
Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies – IP Audits VII
This analysis presents findings from IP audits of Indian SMEs conducted under the UNIDO project. It details audit methodologies, results, and common challenges, providing actionable recommendations for effective…
Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies: IP Audits VI
This case study explores an IP audit conducted for a creative startup in India, focusing on identifying IP assets, assessing risks, and framing strategic policy. The findings and…
Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies – IP Audits V
This case study examines an IP audit at a Kerala-based manufacturing company, revealing significant untapped intellectual property assets. The analysis highlights the audit process, key findings, and the…
Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies: IP Audits IV
This article analyses an IP audit at a major multi-national company in India, focusing on how the process led to a sharp increase in invention disclosures and patent…
Finding Ideas, Inventions and Creations in Companies – IP Audits III
This article examines how companies can systematically uncover ideas and inventions through structured IP audits. It details the steps involved in identifying, classifying, and inventorying intellectual assets to…