Relevance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
This article examines the legal and practical relevance of Intellectual Property Rights in India. It discusses how IPR protects innovation and creativity while fostering economic and societal growth…
Patents
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Wacky Patents 1 – Method of Presenting Beer
This post analyses a US patent for a method of presenting beer by chilling the glass below -5 degrees to form beer crystals. It examines the patent’s claims…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…