The latest Indian patent statistics reveal 290 publications and no examinations or grants for the week ending 10th April 2020. This analysis, compiled by BananaIP Counsels, provides a factual breakdown of patent and design activity across major Indian cities.
Read more about 290 patent publications, no examinations and no grants in the last weekAmidst National Lockdown 1997 Trademark Applications Filed Last Week.
Despite the ongoing national lockdown, 1997 trademark applications were filed in India last week, with Delhi leading in filings. This post presents an objective summary of the latest trademark statistics compiled from official sources.
Read more about Amidst National Lockdown 1997 Trademark Applications Filed Last Week.Trademark Battle for Social Distancing, Tripura Jackfruit Loses GI Battle and more
This bulletin reviews major trademark and GI updates, including Starbucks’ Frappuccino injunction and the Tripura Jackfruit GI rejection. It also covers recent domain name disputes, new brand licensing collaborations, and franchising events.
Read more about Trademark Battle for Social Distancing, Tripura Jackfruit Loses GI Battle and moreUSPTO extends patent deadlines while UKIPO declares interrupted days and other patent news
The USPTO has extended several patent deadlines under the CARES Act due to the COVID-19 pandemic, while the UKIPO has announced “interrupted days” affecting statutory deadlines. The bulletin also covers Huawei’s entry into the Open Invention Network.
Read more about USPTO extends patent deadlines while UKIPO declares interrupted days and other patent newsSXSW 2020 to be Launched on Amazon Prime Video, WMG and Spotify Sign New Deal
SXSW 2020 will be launched virtually on Amazon Prime Video following its cancellation due to COVID-19. Warner Music Group and Spotify have signed a new international deal, and Tencent has acquired a stake in Universal Music Group, marking notable changes in the entertainment sector.
Read more about SXSW 2020 to be Launched on Amazon Prime Video, WMG and Spotify Sign New Deal416 patent applications published, 406 grants and 312 FERs issued by IPO last week
The Indian Patent Office published 416 patent applications, granted 406 patents, and issued 312 FERs last week. This report gives a detailed breakdown of city-wise statistics and design registrations across India, based on official data compiled by BananaIP Counsels.
Read more about 416 patent applications published, 406 grants and 312 FERs issued by IPO last weekUS District Court Rules in Favour of Videogame Developer,School Lessons on Harry Potter in Britain, Kickstarter Campaign Infringes Nintendo’s Copyright and more
This bulletin discusses recent US and UK legal developments in copyright infringement, including court decisions on videogame depiction, educational use of Harry Potter, Nintendo’s campaign dispute, and sovereign immunity. The analysis reflects current trends in intellectual property law.
Read more about US District Court Rules in Favour of Videogame Developer,School Lessons on Harry Potter in Britain, Kickstarter Campaign Infringes Nintendo’s Copyright and moreAmidst National Lock-down, Trademark Registry comes to a Standstill
The national lockdown has brought the Indian Trademark Registry to a standstill, leading to a notable decrease in registrations. Despite office closures, online filing persists, but the number of registrations granted has dropped sharply.
Read more about Amidst National Lock-down, Trademark Registry comes to a StandstillSteelbird wins design infringement suit, Proposal to create special patent pool for COVID-19 related patents and more
Steelbird has secured a significant win in a design infringement suit, with the Delhi High Court awarding substantial damages. This bulletin also discusses updates on the Patent Agent Examination, CGPDTM office closures, and global patent initiatives in response to COVID-19.
Read more about Steelbird wins design infringement suit, Proposal to create special patent pool for COVID-19 related patents and moreAmidst national lock-down, IPO comes to a grinding halt
The Indian Patent and Design Office experienced a sharp decline in activity during the national lockdown, with patent publications and design registrations dropping considerably. The report highlights the absence of patent grants and a significant decrease in overall filings.
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