AICTE and CIPAM spar over invention guidelines, USPTO invites comments on patenting inventions developed by AI and more

This bulletin addresses AICTE’s differing stance from CIPAM on institutional invention guidelines and recent high-profile patent disputes. It further examines international patent policy updates and major IP conferences, offering a comprehensive overview for legal and academic professionals.

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Increased activity at IPO this week, publications and examinations see jump in numbers

The Indian Patent Office has witnessed a significant jump in publications, grants, and examinations this week, as detailed by BananaIP Counsels. This update offers an analytical overview of current trends in Indian patent and design filings.

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Reduction in Patent fees, Faster patent grants now? New WIPO IP Portal and more

The Indian government proposes to cut patent fees for MSMEs and has amended rules to broaden the availability of expedited patent examination. This bulletin also covers global patent initiatives, recent patent disputes, and the launch of WIPO’s new IP Portal.

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IPR policy guidelines published, Heads of UKIPO, EPO and USPTO discuss global patent system and more

DPIIT has published draft guidelines for implementing IPR policy in academic institutions, addressing ownership and benefit sharing. The post also covers major patent infringement cases and the ongoing global cooperation among leading patent offices.

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