European Plant Patent
The European Patent Office’s policy shift on patenting natural plant properties could reshape innovation in plant breeding. This post examines the legal and practical implications for breeders, innovation,…
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Ford Patents Autonomous Vehicle for Charging
Ford has been granted a US patent for an autonomous plug-in hybrid electric vehicle that can self-drive to connect to a charging source. This innovation aims to ensure…
Intellectual Property and Licensing- A presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIM-B
This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala to PGP-Enterprise Management students at IIM-Bangalore, as a part of their Business Law curriculum. The presentation entitles Intellectual property…
Ignition, Gear and Lift-off!
Toyota's patent application introduces a flying car with a unique stackable wing system for both driving and flight. The design promises compactness, style, and practicality, but specific lift-off…
Extension of Waiver for Pharma Patents until 2033 A.D.
The WTO has extended the waiver on pharmaceutical patent enforcement for least developed countries until 2033. This move ensures continued access to affordable generics from India and highlights…
Access to Copyrighted Works for Persons with Disability- Conference at NLSIU
The NLSIU conference examines the Marrakesh Treaty and Indian copyright law, focusing on improving access to works for persons with disabilities. Experts and stakeholders discuss legal provisions, implications,…
Samsung and Huawei Lose Patent Fight against Unwired Planet
Unwired Planet has won the first round in a UK patent dispute against Samsung and Huawei over LTE standard essential patents. The ruling addresses both technical infringement and…
Exceptions for Access to the Blind
The Indian Copyright Act provides specific exceptions for making works accessible to the blind and disabled, including fair dealing and compulsory licensing provisions. These enable permitted adaptations and…
Patent Trolls – Lesson No. 2
This article discusses how broad software patents, especially in cloud computing, make the sector vulnerable to patent trolls in India. The complexities of divided and joint infringement are…
Pidilite Industries vs. Vilas Nemichand Jain.
The Bombay High Court examined the requirements for passing off a descriptive trademark in Pidilite Industries vs Vilas Nemichand Jain. The Court held that plaintiffs must prove both…