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COVID-19 patent pool opposed as Pfizer and AstraZeneca see no incentive and other patent news

This bulletin provides updates on the COVID-19 patent pool, opposition from leading pharmaceutical companies, and key patent law changes in India and abroad. It includes IPO e-filing developments, WHO C-TAP news, and significant international patent infringement cases.

China ousts USA as top patent filer, WHO supports COVID-19 patent pool

China has surpassed the USA as the world’s top PCT patent filer, as reported by WIPO. This bulletin also covers major patent litigation and the WHO’s endorsement of a COVID-19 patent pool, reflecting important international IP trends.

All hearings at Patent Office cancelled amid COVID19 outbreak, EUIPO extends deadlines and more

The Indian Patent Office has cancelled all hearings amid the COVID19 outbreak, with proceedings moving to video conferencing and design hearings adjourned. EUIPO and EPO have extended deadlines, and significant international patent disputes are underway.

Office of CGPDTM invites applications for Patent Agent Examination 2020; IPO to re-open acceptance of requests under Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) Pilot Project and more

The Office of CGPDTM has invited applications for the Patent Agent Examination 2020, while the IPO has re-opened acceptance of PPH Pilot Project requests. This update also covers key developments in IP awards, patent disputes, and changes in international patent laws.

Summary of Indian Patent Cases of 2019

This post offers a detailed summary of important Indian patent cases decided in 2019, including interim and final court orders. It provides insights into judicial reasoning on patent validity, infringement, and procedural matters, serving as a valuable reference for IP professionals.

India and U.S.A sign MoU to strengthen Intellectual Property Rights, Office of CGPDTM publishes list of new facilitators under SIPP Scheme and other news updates

India and the U.S.A have signed an MoU to enhance intellectual property rights cooperation. The CGPDTM has released updated lists of SIPP Scheme facilitators, while significant patent infringement cases and growth in Indian startup IP filings are also discussed.

Indian Patent Agent Examination likely in June 2020, VMware, Apple and Broadcom found guilty of patent infringement and other patent news

This bulletin covers the likely schedule for the Indian Patent Agent Examination 2020 and major patent infringement verdicts involving VMware, Apple, and Broadcom. It also examines the implications of Brexit on the UK IP system and recent EPO decisions on AI inventorship.

National Startup Advisory Council to be set up by Central Government, EPO publishes six search reports and more

The Central Government is set to establish the National Startup Advisory Council to enhance India’s startup ecosystem and support IP protection. This week’s bulletin also covers major patent news from India and abroad, including updates from HCL, EPO, and ongoing patent disputes.

WIPO gears up to appoint its 5th Director General, IP5 discuss New Emerging Technologies and Artificial Intelligence and other patent news

The article presents key patent news, including WIPO’s forthcoming Director General appointment and IP5’s focus on emerging technologies and AI. It also reviews major patent disputes, industry collaborations, and recent developments in global patent activity.

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.