The EPO has ruled that machines cannot be recognized as inventors, marking a significant stance in patent law. Toyota launches an IP Licensing Program, while Michelin pursues a design patent infringement suit. Key updates from the Indian Patent Office and international patent cooperation are also covered.
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A week of patent infringements in the US and more patent news
This week’s bulletin covers major patent infringement lawsuits in the US, including actions by SolarEdge and SharkNinja, and a settlement by Blackbird Technologies. Updates on IP academic initiatives and training programs are also included.
Read more about A week of patent infringements in the US and more patent newsPatent 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.
Read more about Patent Trolls – Threat to Innovation and its Users!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.
Read more about Patent Invalidation in the US: The Good, the Bad and the UglyBattle of Instant Photography
The Kodak versus Polaroid case marked a turning point in the instant photography sector. This post analyses the legal dispute, the resulting injunction, and its impact on both companies, reflecting on the broader significance for patent law in photography.
Read more about Battle of Instant PhotographyA Patently Generic Win
The US Supreme Court’s decision in Caraco vs. Novo Nordisk clarifies the rights of generic drug manufacturers to challenge overly broad patent claims. This case marks a significant development for generic competition and FDA approval processes.
Read more about A Patently Generic WinIndia up five spots in GII 2019, Vodafone joins LTE patent pool, Natco Pharma in Delhi High Court and more
This edition reports on Indian patent and design statistics, India’s progress in the Global Innovation Index, and legal updates such as Natco Pharma’s relief in the Delhi High Court. Additional coverage includes Vodafone’s participation in the LTE patent pool and global intellectual property news.
Read more about India up five spots in GII 2019, Vodafone joins LTE patent pool, Natco Pharma in Delhi High Court and moreRestricting ‘Pay-for-Delay’ Agreements
This post discusses recent fines imposed on pharmaceutical companies for pay-for-delay agreements and examines their impact on market competition and drug pricing. It analyses regulatory measures and the ongoing debate over the balance between innovation and consumer interests.
Read more about Restricting ‘Pay-for-Delay’ AgreementsAlice vs. CLS saga
The Alice vs. CLS case significantly influenced the landscape of software patent protection in the US, particularly for financial technologies. It raised critical questions about the patentability of abstract ideas and has shifted industry standards and legal strategies.
Read more about Alice vs. CLS sagaProsecution History E’stop’pel!
This post discusses prosecution history estoppel and its influence on the doctrine of equivalents, using the Felix v. Honda case to highlight key legal implications. It underscores the necessity for precise claim amendments during patent prosecution to avoid unintended limitations on enforcement rights.
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