International patent news

IPO & JPO to be competent ISA & IPEA to each other under PCT, EPO publishes patent index 2020 and more

India and Japan will act as competent ISA and IPEA for each other’s PCT filings from July 2021. Apple faces a $308.5 million patent infringement fine, while the EPO’s 2020 patent index shows strong innovation in healthcare and medical technology.

IP waiver on Covid-19 vaccine, AI lacks ‘legal personality’ says USPTO to Court and more

This post analyses the IP waiver proposal for Covid-19 vaccines and the USPTO’s stance on AI inventorship, focusing on their legal implications. It also covers recent international patent settlements and policy updates with an objective, legal-academic perspective.

BananaIP launches ‘Strategic Inventor’ – a free DIY platform for patent drafting, WIPO publishes Intellectual Property Indicators 2020 and more

BananaIP introduces Strategic Inventor, a free online platform for patent drafting tailored to inventors and innovators. The post also covers major international patent updates, including WIPO’s latest IP Indicators report and recent high-profile patent litigation.

Government reviewing IP laws ahead of Trump’s visit to India and other patent news updates

The Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry is reviewing India’s IP laws to address contemporary needs and stakeholder concerns. This update also covers India’s significant contribution to IBM’s patent portfolio, recent global patent disputes, and upcoming USPTO recruitment events.

Fitbit and Garmin to be investigated for alleged patent violation, Tata’s patent application on water purifier rejected and more patent news

This update examines major recent events in patent law, including the USITC’s investigation of Fitbit and Garmin and the rejection of Tata’s water purifier patent. It also covers critical intellectual property news from India and global jurisdictions, presented with analytical clarity.

Amazon launches Project Zero in India, DRDO offers royalty free patents and other patent updates

This week’s bulletin highlights Amazon’s Project Zero launch in India, DRDO’s royalty free patent initiative, and significant updates on IP rights and patent disputes. The post offers structured analysis of key developments in Indian and international patent law.

AI named as inventor in patent, AI to be inducted in Patent Office’s operations, 3M versus Saint-Gobain and more

The bulletin examines Indian patent data, the induction of AI in patent processes, and global legal updates including AI as an inventor. It includes notable cases and legislative changes, providing a structured legal overview. Insights are curated by the patent team at BananaIP Counsels.

National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (AI), Flash Electronics India sues Royal Enfield, Hague Agreement and more

This edition covers India’s proposed national AI strategy, a major patent infringement suit by Flash Electronics against Royal Enfield, and key international developments including China’s discussions on the Hague Agreement. It presents recent patent statistics and analyses the role of intellectual property in SME growth.

Indian Patent Statistics, Interesting Inventions, Withdrawal of patent applications, 120 startups receive patents in 101 days and more.

This post examines recent Indian patent statistics, highlights notable inventions, and discusses the withdrawal of over 500 patent applications. It also covers achievements by Indian startups, international patent news, and key legal updates with an objective and structured analysis.

Indian patent statistics, Interesting Inventions, SIPP Scheme, EPO signs MOU for SEP’s and more

This article examines recent Indian patent statistics, significant inventions, and updates on the SIPP Scheme. It also reviews global trends in intellectual property and recent legal developments, offering a scholarly perspective on current patent issues.