IEEE has amended its IP policy for Standard Essential Patents, requiring RAND licensing and setting limits on injunctions. The clarified definition of reasonable terms is expected to reduce litigation and encourage fair negotiations in the telecommunications industry.
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Copyright Blockbuster 2014
This article summarises notable copyright law developments and cases from 2014, both in India and internationally. It objectively analyses legislative changes, key court decisions, and major copyright disputes in a structured, legal-academic style.
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The post offers an analytical review of major copyright infringement suits in 2014, especially in the entertainment sector. Key cases and judicial outcomes are discussed with an emphasis on legal clarity and accurate reporting.
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The post discusses the persistent ambiguity in the legal criteria for determining obviousness in patent matters. It assesses recent judicial trends and the impact of landmark cases like KSR v Teleflex, noting the continued subjectivity in evaluating inventive step in India.
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The UK’s new copyright regulation enables personal copying of legally bought music, but the music industry is challenging it over compensation concerns. The regulation’s compliance with EU law and its impact on rights holders remain under judicial review.
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Louisiana State University has strengthened its commitment to technology transfer by doubling investment in the LIFT2 Fund. This initiative supports faculty innovations, facilitating the movement of research from laboratory to market with sustained funding and strategic programs.
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The new Intellectual Property Rights policy in India seeks to make patent filing more accessible to Indian innovators. The policy highlights the need for legal reforms and targeted initiatives to boost innovation and patent activity in the country.
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The USPTO’s PTAB has invalidated True Position Inc.’s device locator patent 7,783,299 on grounds of anticipation and obviousness based on prior art. Polaris Wireless successfully challenged the patent’s validity, highlighting the significance of robust prior art analysis in US patent law.
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Samsung’s reported interest in acquiring Blackberry highlights the value of Blackberry’s patent portfolio and strategic assets. The potential deal faces regulatory scrutiny in Canada and could impact competition in the smartphone industry.
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