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Wacky Patents 3: Earth Orbital Bombs as Nuclear Deterrents

Arthur Paul Pedrick’s patent for earth orbital bombs proposed an automatic nuclear deterrent system managed by an international agency. While intended to prevent nuclear war, the idea raises serious questions about global safety, ethics, and the risks of technological escalation.

From China with Love: The Xiaomi Story

This post discusses Xiaomi’s rapid growth in the smartphone industry and its legal dispute with Ericsson over standard essential patents in India. The Delhi High Court’s injunction and subsequent partial relief are analysed, providing insights into the legal and market impact for Xiaomi and its rivals.

Weekly Patent News Bulletin: Qualcomm and L.G Electronics sign patent license agreement, New Balance sues Nautica and more

This weekly bulletin reviews major patent news, including a new licensing agreement between Qualcomm and L.G Electronics and design infringement litigation by New Balance. The updates also feature recognition of Maker Village for IP excellence and ongoing US patent litigation involving Hytera.

Interesting Patents and Inventions of the week

The bulletin presents this week’s most interesting patents and inventions from the Indian Patent Journal, featuring expert curation by BananaIP Counsels’ patent attorneys. Highlights include innovative solutions in Braille technology and aquaculture management, reflecting the firm’s legal and technical expertise.

Patent News Bulletin: Indian Patent Statistics and Industrial Design Statistics

This bulletin examines current Indian patent and industrial design statistics, including publication and grant trends across major cities. The analysis is prepared by the patent division at BananaIP Counsels, reflecting recent updates from the patents and designs office.

Patent Trolls – Threat to Innovation and its Users!

Patent trolls increasingly target both manufacturers and end users, causing significant financial and operational challenges. This analysis explores a key US case, the effect on businesses, and the importance of regulatory safeguards to protect innovation.

Is it Legal to Reverse Engineer the Engineered?

This article discusses the legality of reverse engineering, focusing on fair use principles and landmark legal cases. It highlights when reverse engineering is permissible and the conditions under which the fair use defence applies.

Patent News Bulletin: Indian Patent Statistics, Interesting Inventions, 3-day training program on IP strategy and more IP news

This bulletin analyses Indian patent statistics, design registrations, and recent patent grants, alongside notable inventions and industry updates. It also reports on IP strategy training initiatives and international patent cooperation agreements in an objective and structured manner.

Intellectual Property Protection for Computer Programs – Part III

This post analyses the copyright protection of computer software, examining the challenges posed by the idea expression dichotomy. It highlights the limitations of copyright law in providing comprehensive protection for computer programs.

Sound CAPTCHA – Patents for the Blind 3

The post explores a patented sound CAPTCHA method intended to improve digital accessibility for blind users. It provides an analytical review of the technology’s legal and practical aspects, with a focus on real-world usability.