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Patent Wish List – 2017

This post outlines key improvements desired for the Indian patent system in 2017, including efficient examination, clearer amendment rules, and greater transparency. It also recommends provisions for reviving abandoned applications and implementing the Patent Prosecution Highway.

PayPal and Paytm Trademark Dispute

The PayPal and Paytm trademark dispute centres on alleged similarities in their logos and the potential for consumer confusion under Indian trademark law. This analysis explores the legal arguments and key judicial precedents that inform the case.

A Presentation on “Basics of Specification Drafting” by Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna delivered at NLSIU

The following presentation titled “Basics of Specification Drafting”, was delivered on 18th December, 2016 by Mr. Somashekar Ramakrishna, Senior Partner, BananaIP Counsels, at National Law...

Improved IPO process, their impact and the way forward

The Indian Patent Office has implemented significant reforms to enhance process efficiency and reduce pendency in patent and trademark matters. This analysis examines the impact of these improvements and the future direction of IPO reforms.

Patenting Software-related Inventions

This post analyses recent US legal decisions shaping software patent eligibility, focusing on the Alice test and key Federal Circuit rulings. It offers practical insights into how software inventions can meet patent requirements under evolving judicial standards.

Fallacies Synonymous with Intellectual Property Law

This article addresses prevalent misconceptions about intellectual property law, focusing on differences between patents, trademarks, and copyrights. It clarifies the broad relevance of IP across businesses and highlights the complexities involved in IP registration and management.

Open Spaces and Closed Minds

A senior IP attorney shares a memorable visit to the Chennai Patent Office, challenging the strict professional etiquette expected in the Indian legal field. The narrative offers a candid reflection on balancing tradition with individual authenticity.

Instagram opposes Microsoft over the use of the suffix ‘gram’

Instagram has challenged Microsoft’s attempt to register ‘Actiongram’ as a trademark, citing potential consumer confusion due to the use of the ‘gram’ suffix. The dispute raises key issues about brand identity and trademark protection in the tech sector.

Patent News

This weekly update examines major patent developments in India, including Dyson’s upcoming market entry, the rejection of the Xtandi patent, and the ongoing Dolby litigation involving Vivo and OPPO. The analysis highlights the legal and commercial impact of these events.

Rubik’s Cube loses EU trademark battle

The European Court of Justice has annulled the EU trademark on Rubik’s Cube, stating its shape does not warrant trademark protection. This decision clarifies the boundary between technical solutions and trademarks in European intellectual property law.