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BananaIP’s Managing Partner, Dr. Kalyan, delivers keynote address at Mahindra Research Valley’s Intellectual Property and Knowledge Management Day.

Dr. Kalyan delivered a talk on the role of patents in fuelling the fire of innovation at the “Intellectual Property and Knowledge Management Day” organized...

Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 1

This post examines a decade of trademark statistics in India, revealing significant growth in applications and registrations. It provides an analytical overview of global and national trends impacting intellectual property protection in India.

Kumbh Mela gets a Modern Touch

The Kumbh Mela in Nashik is adopting technology-driven innovations through the Kumbhathon initiative to enhance event safety and management. These solutions range from mobile apps for lost persons and transport logistics to public health monitoring, marking a significant shift in organising large religious gatherings.

Apple Pay taking the banking sector by storm

Apple Pay aims to transform the banking sector through secure, person-to-person mobile payments using NFC and robust encryption. Its exclusivity to Apple devices and anticipated market impact raise significant questions for both competitors and the future of digital transactions.

Lionsgate sues Ameritrade for using ‘Dirty Dancing’ dialogue

Lionsgate initiated legal action against Ameritrade over the use of a famous Dirty Dancing dialogue in an advertisement. The case examines whether the ad’s parodic reference constitutes trademark infringement or falls under permissible parody in advertising.

Fumbling Flights and Patent Rights!

This post examines the legal and practical aspects of a new airline seat patent filed by Zodiac Seats France. It discusses the implications for passenger comfort, safety regulations, and the potential impact on airline business practices.

Intellectual Property/Patents for Hospitals and Hospital Management

This post discusses the importance of intellectual property and patent protection in hospital management, with reference to Indian law. Key steps for safeguarding inventions and the necessity of IP harvesting in healthcare institutions are analysed.

Ready to Pa(y)tent in France?

The INPI has revised its patent procedure fees in France, increasing the overall cost of obtaining and maintaining patents from July 2015. This post analyses the legal and economic implications of the tariff revision, particularly for small and foreign applicants.

Patent Infringement Claim on Cancer Treatment Drug

The UK Court of Appeal ruled that Actavis’s alternative salt forms of pemetrexed would indirectly infringe Eli Lilly’s cancer drug patent. The decision provides insights into patent claim construction and the approach to pharmaceutical patent disputes across multiple European jurisdictions.

YouTube ordered to take down copyright infringing material

The German regional court has clarified YouTube’s responsibility to remove infringing material once notified, following a dispute with GEMA. This decision highlights the obligations of online platforms regarding copyright infringement and the expectations for preventive measures.