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For patent holders fighting infringement, a recent court decision has thrown a curveball. It turns out, a few lines of code might be all it takes to sidestep a federal ban on imported goods.
The USPTO’s archaic design patent rules for GUIs are dead. Good riddance. The latest guidance throws a lifeline to innovators in VR, AR, and beyond.
The annual IPWatchdog LIVE conference has announced its 2026 dates and venue. While the logistics are set, the enduring value proposition for attendees remains the key question.
The USPTO's commitment to transparency is once again under fire as allegations surface regarding secret review programs that mirror the infamous SAWS system. Applicants are being kept in the dark, their patent applications allegedly sidelined without proper notification.
The race for AI dominance isn't won by patents alone. It's a whole new game, and the winning strategy starts with understanding value itself.
Collaborative innovation often overlooks IP's long-term strategic implications, creating hidden risks years down the line. Emily Teesdale offers a stark warning about overlooking post-project confidential information handling.
DraftKings' attempt to invalidate a gaming patent claim has hit a brick wall at the Federal Circuit. The decision underscores the tightrope walk companies face when challenging existing intellectual property.
The Supreme Court's oral arguments in *Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA v. Amarin Pharma, Inc.* have thrown a wrench into expectations for the generic drug industry, hinting at a potential reinforcement of existing patent law rather than a radical overhaul.
The Federal Circuit tossed a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) obviousness ruling this week, but threw a curveball by declaring challenges to 'real parties in interest' off-limits for review. This move significantly impacts how patent disputes, particularly those involving entities like Qualcomm and Federal Express, will be handled going forward.
The race for AI dominance isn't won solely through patents. A sophisticated IP strategy must now integrate data rights, licensing, and commercialization from the ground up.
Filing a patent application isn't a business plan. Over 50 pages of text can yield less than 5 pages of truly useful information if inventors don't grasp the core purpose of a patent.
The days of drowning in patent filings are over. Today, it's about quality over quantity, and Section 112 is the gatekeeper. Get the insights you need to draft patents that stand up to scrutiny.