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In this week’s Patent News: ISRO’s patent generates buzz, Open Invention Network and more

This edition of patent news covers ISRO’s new patent, Sumitomo Mitsui’s entry into the Open Invention Network, and UKIPO’s operational updates. The bulletin also discusses BananaIP Counsels’ expertise in patent matters.

WIPO PROOF – a new service from WIPO, High Court orders withdrawal of IPOs public notice and other patent news

WIPO PROOF has been introduced as a digital evidence service for intellectual assets. The Delhi High Court has withdrawn a key IPO notice, impacting patent timelines. This update also covers patent litigation and international patent infrastructure developments.

India advocates TRIPs flexibility at the virtual WTO General Council Meeting, CNIPA publishes first patent application related to a vaccine for COVID-19 and more patent related news

India urges TRIPs flexibility at the WTO to aid access to COVID-19 medicines. CNIPA announces its first COVID-19 vaccine patent application, and key global patent office initiatives are highlighted. The bulletin also provides updates on CNIPA’s budget and IPOPHL’s new patent search services.

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.

IPO Postpones WIPO-Indian Summer School, WIPO Releases New e-PCT – version 4.7 And More

The Indian Patent Office has postponed the WIPO-Indian Summer School and IP Innovation Gallery due to COVID-19. WIPO introduces e-PCT version 4.7, and IBM offers free patent access for pandemic-related research.

Steelbird wins design infringement suit, Proposal to create special patent pool for COVID-19 related patents and more

Steelbird has secured a significant win in a design infringement suit, with the Delhi High Court awarding substantial damages. This bulletin also discusses updates on the Patent Agent Examination, CGPDTM office closures, and global patent initiatives in response to COVID-19.

Coordination Committee of WIPO nominates Mr. Daren Tang for post of Director General; WIPO Academy, RGNIIPM and NLU Nagpur to host WIPO-India Summer School and more

WIPO has nominated Mr. Daren Tang as its new Director General, while the WIPO Academy, RGNIIPM, and NLU Nagpur will host the WIPO-India Summer School in June 2020. Other updates include international patent filings and the 25th anniversary of the Community Plant Variety Office of Europe.

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.

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.