This week’s patent news highlights notable patent filings, litigations, and policy updates in India. Key stories include MSF’s challenge to Pfizer’s pneumonia vaccine patent, Apple’s foldable iPhone application, and USPTO’s fee hike. The post also reviews patent opposition mechanisms and recent Indian Patent Office statistics.
Read more about Collar patents for snakes, Foldable iPhone Patent, SIPP Stakeholders meeting, USPTO hikes fees, MSF v. Pfizer, Pneumonia vaccine patent, Roche V Pfizer, Microsoft patent infringement, Patent opposition in India, Patent Tip of the Week and other Weekly Patent NewsTag: USPTO
Harry Potter Trade Marks, Amazon’s legal battle, Hotstar’s agreement with CBS Corp., and more
This bulletin summarises Indian and global trademark updates, including Harry Potter emblem filings, Amazon’s ongoing legal battle, and Hotstar’s agreement with CBS Corp. It also provides Indian trademark statistics and practical guidance on trademark clearance searches.
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This post provides a comparative analysis of trademark protection for movie titles in the US and India. It examines USPTO registration criteria and explores how single film titles are treated under both legal frameworks.
Read more about INDIAN TRADEMARK LAW ON PROTECTION OF MOVIE TITLE – PART 3Understanding Software Inventions in India and US
The post examines software patentability in India and the US, focusing on statutory exclusions, recent guidelines, and case law. It discusses current standards and the ongoing evolution of legal interpretations for computer-related inventions.
Read more about Understanding Software Inventions in India and USInstagram opposes Microsoft over the use of the suffix ‘gram’
Instagram has challenged Microsoft’s attempt to register ‘Actiongram’ as a trademark, citing potential consumer confusion due to the use of the ‘gram’ suffix. The dispute raises key issues about brand identity and trademark protection in the tech sector.
Read more about Instagram opposes Microsoft over the use of the suffix ‘gram’USPTO Announces Post-Prosecution Pilot Program (P3)
The USPTO has launched the Post-Prosecution Pilot (P3) program to provide an alternative to appeals after a final rejection. This initiative enables applicants to present arguments directly to a panel of examiners, aiming to reduce appeals and improve prosecution efficiency.
Read more about USPTO Announces Post-Prosecution Pilot Program (P3)Ignition, Gear and Lift-off!
Toyota’s patent application introduces a flying car with a unique stackable wing system for both driving and flight. The design promises compactness, style, and practicality, but specific lift-off details remain undisclosed.
Read more about Ignition, Gear and Lift-off!Can Patents Be Extensible Beyond 20 Years?
This article explores whether patents may be extended beyond 20 years, focusing on the USPTO’s Patent Term Adjustment provisions. It outlines how certain delays can lengthen the effective monopoly period and discusses key legal requirements.
Read more about Can Patents Be Extensible Beyond 20 Years?USPTO’s Novel Initiative – EQPI
The USPTO has introduced initiatives under the Enhanced Patent Quality Initiative to enhance patent prosecution clarity and consistency. These programmes are designed to improve transparency, ensure fair treatment for inventors, and reduce litigation related to claim construction.
Read more about USPTO’s Novel Initiative – EQPINew Patent Fee Schedule proposed by USPTO
The USPTO proposes a revised patent fee schedule under the America Invents Act. Key changes include adjustments to filing, RCE, and appeal fees, with objectives to improve cost alignment and administrative efficiency. Stakeholder feedback is invited on the proposed structure.
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