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Licensing of Software Does Not Give Rise to Patent Exhaustion

The Ninth Circuit held that software licenses do not give rise to patent exhaustion, restricting the first sale doctrine for licensed software. This judgment clarifies the limitations on resale rights for software consumers under US copyright law.

Why Don’t You Copyright Me? Copyrights and Writers (Part 4)

This post examines copyright registration for writers in India, detailing protections for literary and artistic works. It discusses the registration process, benefits for writers, and practical considerations in ensuring comprehensive copyright protection.

IP Licensing – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIM – Bangalore

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The Indian Patent Office and Secrecy Directions

The post provides an analytical overview of secrecy directions by the Indian Patent Office under the Patents Act, 1970. It explains the process, legal provisions, and implications for patent applicants, especially in the context of national interest and defence.

Bilski’s Invention Falls, Business Methods Survive

The Supreme Court’s Bilski decision clarified that business method patents are permissible under US law and not excluded by 35 USC 101. However, the Court declined to set clear guidelines, leaving the distinction between business methods and abstract ideas unresolved.

Indian Patent Statistics, Interesting inventions, New IP initiative by Indian Defence Ministry,Virtual market place for IP in Karnataka, USPTO unveils 2018-2022 strategic plan and more

This article analyses the latest Indian patent statistics, recent inventions, and significant IP initiatives such as Mission RakshaGyan Shakti and Karnataka’s virtual IP marketplace. It also reviews international patent news, including USPTO and China updates, with a focus on clarity and accuracy.

Patent Troll in India?

The post analyses whether the patent troll business model is viable in India, considering the legal requirements for working patents and enforcement hurdles. It highlights the key challenges posed by Indian patent law and offers an objective assessment of the prospects for patent trolls in the Indian context.

Another Patent Granted Over Medicinal Value of Cow’s Urine

CSIR has obtained a US patent for a composition derived from cow’s urine, aimed at protecting and repairing DNA from oxidative damage. This development showcases the integration of Indian traditional knowledge with modern scientific research.

Can a Method of Performing Yoga be Patented?

This post discusses whether methods of performing yoga can be patented in India, considering both legal and practical barriers. It highlights the interplay between traditional knowledge and patent law, with reference to recent efforts by CSIR and specific patent examples.

Copyright Infringement: Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa

In Bharat Law House vs. Wadhwa, the Supreme Court examined whether enlarging a law book by an assignee amounts to copyright infringement. The Court held that such enlargement was within the assigned rights and vacated the injunction against the defendants.