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Government Bats for US trained Patent Examiners

The Indian government’s plan to engage US trained patent examiners has sparked debate over efficiency and policy direction in the patent office. This post analyses the benefits, concerns, and broader implications for India’s patent examination system.

Court favors Core, leaves LG Electronics sore

The US court has ruled in favour of Core Wireless, ordering LG Electronics to pay 3.5 million dollars for patent infringement. This decision brings attention to standard essential patents and FRAND commitments, reflecting the broader global debate.

Standard Essential Patents : Fair? Reasonable? Non-Discriminatory? (II)

This post reviews FRAND litigation involving standard essential patents in courts across the US and Europe. It analyses judicial interpretation of FRAND obligations, patent injunctions, and the ongoing challenges in balancing innovation and competition law. The discussion highlights that the legal landscape on SEPs is still developing.

Standard Essential Patents : Fair? Reasonable? Non-Discriminatory? (I)

This article provides an in-depth analysis of standard essential patents and FRAND litigation in India, focusing on major cases involving Ericsson. It explores the interplay between SSOs, patent holders, and regulatory bodies, and examines the legal challenges surrounding SEP licensing practices.

Do Patents motivate Inventors? A TED Talk by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala

Dr Kalyan Kankanala’s TED Talk examines if patents genuinely encourage inventors or if passion drives innovation. Drawing on research and case studies, he argues that while patents attract investment, inventors are primarily motivated by intrinsic passion.

India Drives into Driver-Less Car Technology

India has made significant strides in driverless car technology with the creation of a low-cost autonomous Tata Nano by Roshy John and his team. This innovation uses advanced robotics and modular systems, presenting a promising future for self-driving vehicles in India.

Business of IP & Start-ups – A presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B)

The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B), for their workshop titled...

Patents: Modular Phones- The best of both worlds

This post explores the evolving landscape of modular phones, focusing on patent developments and industry advancements. It highlights Google’s acquisition of modular phone patents from Modu and the launch of Google Project Ara, as well as LG’s introduction of the G5 model with modular features. The analysis covers the implications of Google’s US design patents D750618 and D750619 and addresses the challenges faced in the commercialization of modular smartphones. The discussion remains objective, presenting both the progress and ongoing obstacles in achieving fully customizable mobile devices.

LG’s New Modular Phone: The future is Here

LG has launched the G5, a modular smartphone with removable components and innovative add-ons, setting a new benchmark in mobile technology. This post analyses LG’s advancements and compares them with other modular phone initiatives in the market.

DIPP Discusses Standard Essential Patents , Comments invited. (Part 1)

DIPP has published a discussion paper on standard essential patents and FRAND terms, seeking stakeholder input on key policy and legal issues. This post provides an overview of SEPs and highlights the main questions raised by the paper for public consultation.