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No single leader in 5G tech, finds USPTO; DHC sets up IPR Bench, notifies final rules and more patent news.

This week’s bulletin highlights the absence of a single leader in 5G technology as found by the USPTO and the notification of key IPR rules by the Delhi High Court. It also covers major international patent disputes and recent legal updates relevant to patent enforcement and policy.

Purdue University accuses Google of patent infringement, India triples number of patent grants and more

India has significantly increased its patent grants, while Purdue University has filed a patent infringement suit against Google. Other updates include Gilead’s settlement on HIV drug patents, BlackBerry’s patent sale, and a new trial in the Apple-WiLAN case.

SC extends limitation period again, Natco Pharma obtains patent license from Medicines Patent Pool and other patent news

This week’s patent news highlights the Supreme Court’s extension of limitation periods and Natco Pharma’s new license for Molnupiravir. Updates also include important patent litigation developments in India and globally.

Free Masterclass on IP; Nokia and Daimler settle SEP patent dispute; EU submits alternative proposal to WTO against IP waiver and more

This week’s patent news features a free masterclass on patent filing, Nokia and Daimler’s settlement of a SEP dispute, and the EU’s alternative proposal to the WTO on IP waivers. Also covered are updates on the USPTO’s move to structured text filing for patent applications.

Natco files compulsory license request; USA approves temporary patent waiver; Ericsson and Samsung settle dispute and more

Natco seeks a compulsory license for Baricitinib, while the USA backs a temporary COVID-19 vaccine patent waiver. The EU critiques the US approach, and Ericsson and Samsung resolve their ongoing patent dispute. WIPO also releases a new guide on industrial design registration.

China top patent filer in 2020, India ranks 13th; IPAB’s future in limbo and more

China led in global patent filings for 2020, with India ranking 13th. Industry groups have raised concerns over the possible abolition of the IPAB. The post also covers recent patent disputes and Ricoh’s entry into WIPO GREEN.

Massive increase in publication percentage this week

This week’s patent and design data reflect a marked increase in Indian patent publications, especially in ordinary publications across major cities. The bulletin provides a structured analysis of these trends, along with design registration and grant statistics, compiled by BananaIP Counsels.

IPO to start accepting applications under PPH Pilot Program from next month, Amazon launches IP Accelerator and more

The Indian Patent Office will start accepting PPH Pilot Program applications from 7 December 2020. Amazon has introduced its IP Accelerator in major European markets, while the EU has published new studies and action plans on intellectual property rights.

Patent grant decrease by 46% this week

This week’s Indian patent statistics indicate a significant 46 percent drop in patent grants, accompanied by decreases in publication numbers. The report also covers FER issuance and design registration data, providing a structured overview of activity at the Indian Patent Office.

Patent Rules amended again, major changes in fee structure for small enterprises; WIPO launches new patent information tool – WIPO INSPIRE and more

The Patent Rules in India have been amended again, introducing major fee reductions for small enterprises. WIPO has launched INSPIRE, a new tool for patent information, alongside key industry and international patent news. This update is compiled by BananaIP Counsels, providing clear and factual insights.