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Nokia and Lenovo settle patent dispute, Apple wins $506 Million patent-damages appeal and more

This post provides an analytical overview of recent patent disputes and policy developments. It discusses the Nokia-Lenovo settlement, Apple’s patent damages appeal, and new USPTO initiatives related to COVID-19, offering a legal perspective on each event.

Lull in activity at Patent office, patent publications and grants decrease

Patent publications and grants in India have shown a significant decrease this week, as detailed in the latest statistics from the Patent Office. The analysis highlights city-wise changes and provides an objective overview of recent trends in Indian patent activity.

France Obtains ‘France.com’, Nike To Fight US Postal Service and more

This post summarises key trademark and intellectual property updates, including major litigation, domain disputes, and geographical indication news. It provides an analytical perspective on recent court decisions and brand developments.

Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – Changes to the Indian Patents Act

The abolition of the IPAB has shifted appellate and adjudicatory functions under the Indian Patents Act to the High Courts. This post analyses the significant legal changes, outlining the expanded role of Indian High Courts in patent matters after the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021.

Google wins against Oracle’s Code Theft Claim, Youtube introduces ‘Checks’ for Copyright violations, Marshmello wins ‘Happier’ Copyright case against ARTY and more.

This bulletin reviews recent legal developments in copyright infringement, including major verdicts involving Google, Youtube, Marshmello, and Bitcoin’s white paper. It provides factual, structured insights into the legal reasoning and broader implications for the entertainment and technology sectors.

PPVFR Act and Powers of High Court following the end of IPAB

The abolition of the IPAB has transferred appellate powers under the PPVFR Act to the High Courts. High Courts now adjudicate on appeals concerning plant variety protection, replacing the previous tribunal system.

‘Project Bernanke’ – Google’s Secret Project Revealed, Jack Ma’s Networth Rises among Anti-Trust concerns, Anti-Trust Concerns Amid Whatsapp Privacy Policy Update and more.

The article offers an objective overview of recent legal developments in antitrust and privacy law, highlighting global trends and regulatory responses. Key topics include Google’s Project Bernanke, WhatsApp’s privacy policy changes, and the evolution of data security laws.

Netflix and Sony Strike Groundbreaking Licensing deal, Benetton India and Timex ink Licensing deal, WhatsApp announces eCommerce Friendly Business Features and more.

This bulletin discusses major licensing deals such as Netflix and Sony’s exclusive agreement and Benetton India’s partnership with Timex. It also reviews WhatsApp’s eCommerce business features and the growing integration of social media and online marketplaces.

Vitiation of IPAB – Changes under the Trade Marks Act

The abolition of IPAB under the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has transferred its powers under the Trade Marks Act to the Registrar and High Courts. This post analyses the resulting legal changes and their implications for trademark registration, dispute resolution, and appellate processes.

Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – Geographical Indications

The abolition of the IPAB has shifted appellate and rectification authority for geographical indications to the High Courts and Registrars in India. This post analyses the legal and procedural implications of these changes under the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021, focusing on the Geographical Indications Act.