Let’s keep that a secret, shall we?
This article explores the differences between trade secrets and patents, with a focus on legal strategies in India. It provides insights into when maintaining confidentiality may be more…
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Social Media and Intellectual Property (IP): Part I- Protection and Ownership
The post explores intellectual property protection and ownership on social media, analysing how legal principles apply to content created online. It provides insights into copyright, trademark, and patent…
Cracker these Patents and have a Happy Diwali!
The post reviews significant firecracker patents linked to Diwali, focusing on safety and environmental advancements. It provides analytical insights into how these inventions address current legal and practical…
VPATAPP – An Android based app for patent professionals
VPATAPP is a free Android app for patent professionals, offering consolidated patent resources, links to IP blogs, journals, and legal materials from over 50 countries. Developed by an…
Simple Strategies to Fight your Filing Blues
This article analyses key considerations for international patent filing, including cost, market presence, and competitor locations. It offers practical, objective guidance to help patent applicants make informed decisions…
Erotic Patents – Sex Patents II
This post provides a legal analysis of erotic patents, including consent devices, sexual games, and innovations for safety and stimulation. The discussion offers an objective overview of each…
The times, they are a-changin’
This post analyses recent changes in patent rules in India and the United States, focusing on foreign priority claim procedures and electronic file sharing. It highlights the implications…
DIPP Draft Patent Rules
The DIPP Draft Patent Rules aim to address delays in patent examination and grant in India. Proposed measures include expedited examination for applicants with local manufacturing and improved…
DIPP Draft Patent Rules – Salient Features
The DIPP Draft Patent Rules introduce notable amendments to the Patents Rules, 2003, focusing on electronic communication, expedited examination, and revised timelines. The new rules seek to improve…
Automobile Patents: Moment-cancelling Four Stroke Engine
This article explores Dan Gurney’s patented moment cancelling four stroke engine, focusing on its dual crankshaft design to reduce torsional vibration. The analysis also considers its improved intake…