The invention of the PIN turns 50
This article examines the 50-year legacy of the Personal Identification Number, invented by James Goodfellow in 1966. It explores the patent history and technological impact of the PIN…
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Sipping on IP
Sipping on IP by BananaIP offers informal yet insightful discussions on intellectual property, covering patent landscaping, IP strategy, and recent legal cases. The initiative creates a collaborative space…
Patents: Modular Phones- The best of both worlds
This post explores the evolving landscape of modular phones, focusing on patent developments and industry advancements. It highlights Google’s acquisition of modular phone patents from Modu and the…
Women’s Day (Patent) Series- The women behind the invention of Kevlar
Stephanie Kwolek's innovation of Kevlar marked a turning point in material science and personal protection. Her patented discovery not only transformed safety gear but also underscored the vital…
Women’s Day Series: The woman behind the syringe patent
Letitia Mumford Geer's 1899 syringe patent marked a pivotal moment in the development of medical devices. Her innovative one-handed design continues to inspire modern syringes, enhancing both usability…
Keeping your eyes on the prize: Weight Loss Patents V
This article explores a patented analogue device designed to graphically demonstrate the effects of diet and exercise on body weight. It highlights how such innovations can motivate and…
An Introduction to Patent Law – A presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Acharya Institute of Technology
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Acharya Institute of Technology, Bangalore. The presentation is titled “Patent Law – An…
Wine, Exercise and Health: Patents on Health Benefits of Wine
This article examines the health benefits of wine with a focus on resveratrol and its potential to mimic exercise effects. It provides an analytical review of patents related…
Adding Some Fun to the Equation-Weight Loss Patents II
This post examines inventive patents that combine technology and gamification to support weight loss. By analysing unique approaches such as exercise games and smart devices, it highlights how…
Patent Law- Patent Infringement Analysis- A PPT by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at NLSIU
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at National Law School of India University, Bangalore (NLSIU), as a part of the…