IP valuation is essential for startups seeking funding, partnerships, or planning exit strategies. This article details key valuation methods and stresses the importance of expert assessment for informed decision-making.
Read more about Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part XI): IP Valuation for Start-upsMSF Initiates Legal Action Against ‘Phantom’
Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is pursuing legal action against the film Phantom, alleging misrepresentation and violations of neutrality principles. The dispute includes claims of defamation, trademark, and copyright infringement, highlighting legal challenges for filmmakers depicting real-world organizations.
Read more about MSF Initiates Legal Action Against ‘Phantom’Intellectual Property (IP) in India: A Decade of Progress Part 11
This post presents a statistical overview of pharmaceutical patents in India over the past decade, focusing on trends and key contributors. It objectively discusses the impact of legal changes and regulatory measures on patent filings in the pharmaceutical sector.
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This post examines the Airbus patent for an ultra-rapid air vehicle, offering commercial supersonic travel at unprecedented speeds. It analyses the key technical innovations and potential applications outlined in the official patent.
Read more about When Patents and Planes Travel Faster than SoundImportance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part X): Checklist for Start-ups
This post provides an essential IP checklist for startups, focusing on portfolio strength, ownership, and risk management. It covers patents, trademarks, and copyrights, offering practical guidance for investment and compliance.
Read more about Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part X): Checklist for Start-upsImportance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs(Part IX): IP Risk Clearance Checklist
This post outlines key IP risk clearance procedures vital for start-ups and entrepreneurs. It provides a practical checklist covering patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets to help new businesses manage intellectual property risks effectively.
Read more about Importance of IP For Start-ups and Entrepreneurs(Part IX): IP Risk Clearance ChecklistChangalikodan banana variety gets GI Protection
Changalikodan banana, a culturally significant variety from Thrissur, Kerala, has been granted GI protection. This status acknowledges its unique qualities and is expected to support both local farmers and the region’s agricultural heritage.
Read more about Changalikodan banana variety gets GI ProtectionIP for Start-ups: An NSRCEL-IIMB event
NSRCEL at IIM Bangalore hosted a panel on intellectual property for startups, focusing on practical IP management and business strategies. The event brought together leading experts to discuss IP risks, best practices, and the importance of IP for entrepreneurs.
Read more about IP for Start-ups: An NSRCEL-IIMB eventIP, Patents for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part VIII): IP Protection Checklist
This checklist details the fundamental IP protection steps every Indian start-up should consider, from patents to trade secrets and legal agreements. Start-ups are advised to treat this as a baseline and consult experts for comprehensive IP strategies.
Read more about IP, Patents for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs (Part VIII): IP Protection ChecklistNew Computer Related Inventions Guidelines
The Indian Patent Office has replaced earlier provisions with new Guidelines for Computer Related Inventions, clarifying patentability criteria under section 3k of the Patents Act. The Guidelines provide definitions and practical examples, offering more clarity and a nuanced approach to software-related patent applications.
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