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1 Legal framework 1.1 What legislative and regulatory provisions govern copyright in your jurisdiction? The main rules governing copyright in the United Kingdom are contained in the Copyright Designs and [...]

In Steuben Foods, Inc. v. Shibuya Hoppmann Corp., No. 2023-1790 (Fed. Cir. Jan. 24, 2025), the Federal Circuit partially reversed a district court's judgment of noninfringement as a matter of [...]

Patent protection is prohibited for inventions which have been (1) in public use; or (2) published more than a year before the patent application filing date. 35 U.S.C. § 102. [...]

Unity of invention and double patenting law and practice in Canada can create challenges for patent applicants. For example, applicants may not expect a unity of invention objection to be [...]

The Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement is a cornerstone of international intellectual property (IP) law. Administered by the World Trade Organization (WTO), it establishes minimum standards for [...]

In a notice signed by the Director General of ARIPO, Bemanya Twebaze dated 31 January 2025, ARIPO announced that amendments to the Harare Protocol and Regulations will come into effect [...]

A patent application having a filing date earlier than the filing date of another application in a same jurisdiction yet published on or thereafter may be considered as prior art. [...]

In Bearbox LLC v. Lancium LLC, No. 2023-1922 (Fed. Cir. January 13, 2025), the Federal Circuit affirmed, among other things, the district court's (1) determination that BearBox had not met [...]

Summary: Indian law excludes from patentability 'essentially biological processes' under Section 3(j) of the Patents Act, but does not explain what degree of human intervention can shift an invention away [...]

A Standard Essential Patent (SEP) is a patent that claims an invention that is necessary to comply with a particular technical standard. These types of patents are in a variety [...]

Oral proceedings before the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBoA) of the European Patent Office (EPO) in the case G 1/24, have now been scheduled for 28 March 2025. G 1/24 [...]

Sergio Olivares and Mauricio Samano of OLIVARES explore the evolving landscape of patent law in Mexico, with a focus on the complexities of divisional applications and the challenges faced by [...]

The new Implementation Rules of the Patent Law (hereinafter referred to as the new Rules) were promulgated on December 21, 2023, and are set to come into effect on January [...]

Proposed amendments to the Patent Rules implementing patent term adjustment are scheduled to come into force on 1 January 2025. These amendments were first published for consultation in the Canada [...]

With the rapid rise of AI and other innovative technologies, patent offices worldwide are grappling with clear and actionable guidelines for patenting software inventions. For foreign-owned companies looking to expand [...]

What are the procedures for filing a patent application in India? The patent filing procedure in India involves several steps, starting from conducting a comprehensive patent search to ensure the [...]

In today's dynamic and innovation-driven economy, intellectual property rights (ôIPRsö) like patents play a pivotal role in fostering innovation and protecting investments. However, the interplay between patents and competition law [...]

Imagine that for years, you have been using a secret process to create the best widgets in the world. No other widgets compare to yours in quality or durability. But [...]

Agricultural innovation, often termed agri-tech or agtech is critical to the future of farming. From genetically modified plants and foods to sensors and robots, new technologies will drive improved productivity [...]

The Swedish Riksdag has approved the government's proposal for a new patent law, including related amendments to other legislation. The changes address what types of inventions may be patented and [...]

On October 31, 2024, Myanmar's Intellectual Property Department (IPD) announced that it would officially start accepting applications for patent and utility model registration under the Patent Law, effective immediately. Contained [...]

Since 2023, there has been a rapid and accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) systems by companies worldwide, with a particularly dramatic increase in the adoption of generative AI systems.1 [...]

A recent blog post focused on the potentially negative implications of the proposed Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA) for manufacturers of generic drugs and biosimilar products. The concerns raised by [...]

Since at least 2009, Canada has consistently ranked among the top ten countries for patent filings related to climate change mitigation and adaptation technologies.1 This is no surprise given Canada's [...]

The UK energy sector is undergoing a transformative shift, with innovations in renewable energy, carbon capture, and advanced drilling technologies driving progress. Patent Box, a tax relief scheme introduced in [...]

In the Chinese patent framework, a service invention is an invention created by employees while performing their regular duties or primarily utilizing the material and technical resources provided by their [...]

The recent Federal Circuit Court of Appeals decision in Sanho Corp. v. Kaijet Technology International Limited, Inc., No. 2023-1336 (Fed. Cir. July 31, 2024), has clarified an important aspect of [...]

Final rejections are inevitable in patent prosecution, often requiring patent practitioners and applicants to carefully consider their next steps. While a Request for Continued Examination (RCE) is a common option, [...]

The issue of the dormancy of divisional applications has recently cropped up on the IP scene in Russia. Ever since the adoption of Russian IP laws in the 1990s, hundreds [...]

A patent can be a very effective way to protect an invention. Machines, processes, compositions of matter and manufactures can all be protected by a patent. Having a strong patent [...]

Introduction Critical to the attainment of sustainable development and combatting climate change is innovation in the form of green technology. With green technology comes intellectual property (IP) concerns. Patents, a [...]

The importance of green technology to society has seen the implementation a number of fast-track patent programmes for green technology by patent offices around the globe. When considering international patent [...]

With the advent of space tourism and a booming space economy predicted to reach $1.8 trillion by the 2030s, the intersection of patent law and space law reveals significant loopholes. [...]

Consequences of a Lack of a Proper Linkage System in Mexico More than 20 years ago, as a result of innumerable and uncontainable violations of pharmaceutical patents, and in order [...]

The pictures on Instagram show bowls of fresh-looking caprese salad, with hunks of mozzarella, green basil, and vibrant tomatoes; red, yellow, and vivid purple. One of these tomatoes is not [...]

Companies in the food and beverage industry might overlook significant advantages by not patenting their innovations. While there's a common belief that 'recipes' cannot be patented, unique formulations and other [...]

Introduction The right to repair emerged as a crucial issue in U.S. patent law, as manufacturers increasingly leverage patents to control post-sale repairs. This analysis delves into the legal framework, [...]

US law provides that only a new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter, or a new and useful improvement thereof is eligible for patent protection. The invention [...]

Abstract The non-disclosed disclaimer (referred to as 'disclaimer' here below) discussed in this article refers to a manner of claim amendment to exclude a technical feature(s) not disclosed in the [...]

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has opened up exciting possibilities for innovation, but also uncertainty around who gets credit for inventions developed with the assistance of an AI [...]

Graphical User Interface (GUI) is a way of displaying function keys and functional components of equipment, facilitating interaction between humans and the equipment. Since GUI was first introduced in 2014 [...]

I am starting a new article series here. It is about patenting software. All my articles are written for a very specific person. And this one is written for you. [...]

A strategically-implemented intellectual property (IP) strategy, including a well-managed patent filing program, serves as an enabler for next-generation defence capabilities. A strategic approach can maximise the value of defence technology [...]

Law At national level, the main sources of patent law are the: Industrial Property Code No. 6769 (IP Code); Regulation on the Implementation of the IP Code; Regulation on Employees' [...]

Patent filing provides protection and adds value to asset portfolios. When looking to grow your company, a strong economy, varied demographics, and developed intellectual property laws make Canada an ideal [...]

In the world of innovation, design patents play a crucial role. They protect the unique visual aspects of a product, giving inventors and businesses a competitive edge. But what does [...]

Extraterrestrial innovation is underway, as evidenced by patent filings for delivering and using 3D printing technology for additive manufacturing of structures on the moon. Marshall Gerstein partner, Kate Nuehring Su, [...]

Myanmar's Patent Law 2019-the country's first legislation specifically addressing patent protection-took effect on May 31, 2024. The announcement that the law had taken effect came when the State Administration Council [...]

Under the Unified Patent Court (UPC) Agreement, a claimant seeking provisional measures based on a non-opted out European patent or a European patent with unitary effect ('unitary patent') may file [...]

This article was first published in the 2023 Pharmaceutical Patent Review. Patent term extensions (PTEs) can be of great commercial importance, and in recent years have become of particular interest [...]