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Patent Trolls – Threat to Innovation and its Users!

Patent trolls increasingly target both manufacturers and end users, causing significant financial and operational challenges. This analysis explores a key US case, the effect on businesses, and the importance of regulatory safeguards to protect innovation.

Is it Legal to Reverse Engineer the Engineered?

This article discusses the legality of reverse engineering, focusing on fair use principles and landmark legal cases. It highlights when reverse engineering is permissible and the conditions under which the fair use defence applies.

Patent News Bulletin: Indian Patent Statistics, Interesting Inventions, 3-day training program on IP strategy and more IP news

This bulletin analyses Indian patent statistics, design registrations, and recent patent grants, alongside notable inventions and industry updates. It also reports on IP strategy training initiatives and international patent cooperation agreements in an objective and structured manner.

Trademarking the name of God? Huh! – Part 2

This post examines key Indian court decisions on trademarking god’s names, analysing issues of distinctiveness and monopoly. The discussion highlights why courts have restricted exclusive rights over common religious names in trademark law.

Intellectual Property Protection for Computer Programs – Part III

This post analyses the copyright protection of computer software, examining the challenges posed by the idea expression dichotomy. It highlights the limitations of copyright law in providing comprehensive protection for computer programs.

Part I: Descriptive Marks – Can They be Protected?

This post discusses the eligibility of descriptive marks for trademark protection under Indian law. It explores statutory requirements and outlines the broader legal context, setting the stage for a comparative analysis with other jurisdictions.

Palani Panchamirtham Gets GI Tag, Chupa Chups Travels to Japan, Durian Trademark Infringement and Other News

The post summarises major trademark news from India, including statistical trends, the GI tag for Palani Panchamirtham, and a notable infringement case involving Durian Industries. It also covers international brand licensing developments and updates on celebrity trademark filings.

James Cameron: Revolution of Underwater Cinematography

James Cameron’s advancements in underwater cinematography extend beyond filmmaking into technological innovation. His patented apparatus has introduced novel filming techniques, potentially transforming underwater movie production.

Patent Invalidation in the US: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

The post examines how patent invalidation influences innovation in the US, particularly within the technology industry. It discusses the challenges faced by start-ups and advocates for policy reforms to benefit technological progress.

Patent: Stem Cell Patent Debate Never Dies

This post examines the legal and ethical debate over stem cell patents, contrasting recent European developments with the Indian approach. The analysis highlights the lack of statutory restrictions in India and anticipates future judicial scrutiny of embryonic stem cell patents.