Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at a seminar organized by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The presentation was given to an audience consisting of participants from...
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This article discusses key methods and challenges in intellectual property valuation, focusing on its role in business and investment decisions. It analyses how market factors and negotiation dynamics impact IP value, emphasising the need for structured valuation exercises.
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The Australian High Court has narrowed the eligibility of gene patents, particularly concerning isolated DNA sequences in the BRCA1 case. This analysis explores the legal reasoning, statutory interpretation, and global impact on biotechnology patent law, following similar US Supreme Court decisions.
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A federal jury found Apple liable for infringing WARF’s patented CPU technology, resulting in $234 million in damages. The case underscores the importance of patented innovations in current processor designs and the legal challenges faced by technology companies.
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Dussehra is celebrated with unique traditions across India, with Gujarati folk dances like Dandiya and Garba taking centre stage during Navaratri. This post explores their significance and discusses a patented illuminated Dandiya stick that enhances traditional dance performances.
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The Indian National IPR Policy is under review, with its draft raising debates on IP enforcement and access to generic medicines. This update provides an analytical overview of the policy’s objectives and the issues under consideration.
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The Batmobile copyright lawsuit clarified the scope of character protection under US copyright law. The court held that DC Comics’ Batmobile is sufficiently distinctive for copyright, setting a key precedent for intellectual property rights in entertainment.
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