The post examines key IP updates related to COVID-19, including the Indian Patent Office’s procedural changes and Ireland’s royalty free IP license initiative. It highlights efforts to promote collaborative innovation during the pandemic through flexible licensing and policy measures.
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COVID concerns paralyze IPO, no new patent grants or design registration
COVID-19 has disrupted the Indian Patent Office, resulting in no new patent grants or design registrations last week. While publication numbers increased, examinations and grants remained paused.
Read more about COVID concerns paralyze IPO, no new patent grants or design registrationUSPTO 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 newsCoronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public – World Health Organization (WHO)
This post shares WHO’s latest COVID-19 advice, covering prevention, safety, and guidance for those in affected areas. It highlights hand and respiratory hygiene, social distancing, and the importance of following official health instructions.
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