Hedy Lamarr – Much more than what meets the eye
Hedy Lamarr, famed for her Hollywood career, was also a groundbreaking inventor. Her innovative work on wireless communication has had a lasting impact on modern technologies.
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European Patent Process – A Presentation by Nitin Nair
This presentation on the European patent process was delivered by Mr. Nitin Nair at the National Law School of India University, Bangalore, for Senior Officials of the Ministry…
US Patent Process – Presentation by Nitin Nair
This presentation on the US patent process was delivered by Mr. Nitin Nair at the National Law School of India University, Bangalore, for Senior Officials of the Ministry…
Presentation on Patent Infringement Analysis by Dr. Kalyan
This presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala examines the analysis of patent infringement, covering the principal methods by which infringement is assessed. It was delivered at the National…
IBM sues Priceline and subsidiaries for Patent Infringement
IBM has sued Priceline and its subsidiaries for allegedly infringing five patents related to online technologies. The case underscores IBM’s ongoing efforts to enforce its intellectual property rights…
InPASS: New Patent Full-Text Search Tool from IPO
InPASS, the Indian Patent Advanced Search System, was launched by the Indian Patent Office in February 2015 to provide full-text patent search functionality. This initiative aims to increase…
Patent Acquisition and Guess Work
This post analyses prominent patent acquisitions by Google and Apple in February 2015, including Odysee and Touch ID developments. It discusses the related speculation and potential impacts on…
FTC Gives Conditional Approval to the Microsoft-Nokia Deal
The South Korean FTC conditionally approved Microsoft’s acquisition of Nokia’s handset business, limiting patent royalties for local manufacturers. The deal mandates Microsoft to adhere to FRAND terms for…
Qualcomm Inc. to pay record fine of US$ 975 Mn
Qualcomm Inc. has agreed to pay a record antitrust fine and lower patent royalties in China, concluding a major investigation. The outcome may affect ongoing antitrust cases against…
Electronic Frontier Foundation to preserve Software
The Electronic Frontier Foundation is advancing efforts for DMCA exemptions to support software preservation and legitimate use. Their petitions aim to address legal uncertainties and ensure continued access…