This update provides an analysis of recent legal developments, including the GI tag for Manipur black rice, trademark and domain disputes, and brand licensing agreements. The content presents objective insights on case outcomes and registration updates in the intellectual property domain.
Read more about GI Tag to Manipur Black Rice, Crosley Radio Renews License with Beatles and morePatent office extends all deadlines to 18th May 2020, WIPO launches COVID-19 IP Policy Tracker and more patent news
The Indian Patent Office has extended all deadlines for IP filings to 18th May 2020 due to the ongoing lockdown. WIPO has launched a COVID-19 IP Policy Tracker, and the USPTO now allows plant patent applications via electronic systems. This post highlights key patent and IP news updates from India and abroad.
Read more about Patent office extends all deadlines to 18th May 2020, WIPO launches COVID-19 IP Policy Tracker and more patent news25000+ patent applications examined till date, general decrease in activity at IPO
This week’s Indian patent statistics reveal a general decrease in activity at the IPO, with reductions in publications and grants. Over 25000 patent applications have been examined to date, while design registrations show a moderate increase. Data is compiled and presented by BananaIP Counsels.
Read more about 25000+ patent applications examined till date, general decrease in activity at IPOTrademark Registry Gearing up to Resume its Operations
The Indian Trademark Registry is accelerating its operations, with a noted 16 percent increase in examined applications amid lockdown relaxations. Weekly and yearly statistics highlight ongoing trends in filings, examinations, and office activity.
Read more about Trademark Registry Gearing up to Resume its OperationsAdvisory & Consultations for Artists During Lockdown
With the shift to online platforms during lockdown, artists face new intellectual property challenges and risks. BananaIP Counsels offers free legal consultation to help artists protect and monetise their creative works online. Contact us for expert advice on safeguarding your rights.
Read more about Advisory & Consultations for Artists During LockdownDream11 Defends its Mark Against Slavish Copying, Blackberry Producer Loses Domain Dispute and more
This bulletin discusses key trademark, domain dispute, and IP law developments in India and abroad. It includes Dream11’s legal victory, GI updates, and recent brand licensing news with an objective legal analysis.
Read more about Dream11 Defends its Mark Against Slavish Copying, Blackberry Producer Loses Domain Dispute and moreAI cannot be an inventor rules USPTO, IPO extends SIPP Scheme and other patent news
The USPTO has ruled that AI cannot be named as a patent inventor, aligning with recent decisions by UKIPO and EPO. The Indian Patent Office has extended the SIPP Scheme, while CSIR allows deferred payments for COVID-19 related IP. Key updates also include Gilead’s global access strategy for Remdesivir and new developments from IPOS Singapore and USTR.
Read more about AI cannot be an inventor rules USPTO, IPO extends SIPP Scheme and other patent newsPartial activity resumes at IPO amidst extended national lockdown
The Indian Patent Office has resumed partial operations amid the extended national lockdown, resulting in a marked increase in patent publications, grants, and design registrations. This update provides an objective overview of key statistics and city-wise contributions to intellectual property filings.
Read more about Partial activity resumes at IPO amidst extended national lockdownFord Faces USD 8.1 million Infringement Lawsuit, Jennifer Lopez Sued over Infringing Photograph and US Copyright and Patent Offices Asked to Study Infringement by States
Ford faces a major copyright infringement lawsuit for alleged unauthorised use of music in advertisements. Jennifer Lopez is sued over sharing a photographer’s image on Instagram. The US Copyright and Patent Offices have been asked to study state government infringement after a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Read more about Ford Faces USD 8.1 million Infringement Lawsuit, Jennifer Lopez Sued over Infringing Photograph and US Copyright and Patent Offices Asked to Study Infringement by StatesFree Patent Filings for Open COVID Pledge Adopters
BananaIP is offering free patent and design filings in India for eligible COVID-19 related inventions if applicants adopt the Open COVID Pledge. This initiative aims to encourage innovation and open access to intellectual property in the fight against COVID-19.
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