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Archives for October 2013

USTR Support Of USITC Ban On Samsung Imports Contrasts With Earlier Position

09/10/2013 by William New, Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) yesterday approved the US International Trade Commission’s ban on imports of certain electronics from Samsung, based in part on the fact that the patents in the case do not involve standard essential patents (SEPs). By contrast, concern over SEPs was a big reason for the recent White House decision to overturn a USITC finding that Apple had violated Samsung’s patents.

Filed Under: IP Policies, Language, News, Subscribers, Themes, Venues, Enforcement, English, IP Law, Innovation/ R&D, North America, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets

As US Government Shutdown Continues, Effects On IP System Grow

09/10/2013 by Steven Seidenberg for Intellectual Property Watch 1 Comment

The US government shutdown is now in its second week, causing more and more of the country’s intellectual property regime to grind to a halt. The shutdown’s effects also are rippling overseas, hindering US efforts to negotiate two major international trade deals containing significant IP provisions.

Filed Under: Features, IP Policies, Language, Subscribers, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Copyright Policy, English, North America, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, Perspectives on the US, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains

IP Law Europe Summit To Address Patent Policy, Secrecy, Know-How, M&As, Brands Online

09/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment

IP Law Summit
November 17-19, 2013| Grande Real Villa Itália| Cascais, Lisbon, Portugal

The IP Law Europe Summit is the premium forum bringing together leading in-house IP counsel with specialist international law firms, IP attorneys and legal services providers. As an invitation-only event taking place behind closed doors, the summit offers regional IP executives an intimate environment for a focused discussion of key new drivers shaping the IP industry.

Distinguished speakers include:

Tommi Lehtinen, Head of IPR, Product Differentiation Portfolio, Nokia Siemens Networks
Peter Schøtt Knudsen, VP, Global Head of Legal & IPR, ECCO
Cheree Johnson, Chief Innovation Counsel, HJ Heinz
Jean Luc Chalhoub, GC, New Business & Strategic Partnerships, Orange
Jan Strzebniok, VP & GC, EMEAI, Honeywell Aerospace
Vincent Pickering, CLO & Secretary, WABCO
Mark Lágler, GC, Supply Chain and Global Services, Unilever

Key issues for 2013 include:

Ahead of the Game – Keeping pace with the latest developments in patent legislation in the EU and US
Dynamic Exchange – Leveraging know-how and technology transfer to stimulate cost-efficient innovation
Positive-Sum Game – Informing the M&A strategy to unlock valuable transactions
Secrecy Status – Exploring trade secrets protection to keep expenditure under control and defend IP in fast-moving markets
A Taxing Issue – Orchestrating IP and R&D activities to reap the benefits of favourable tax regimes
Designing Value – Shielding design and packaging elements to boost brand recognition
Diversity Powerhouse – Mastering the art of orchestrating diversity to excel as a team
Social Media Palooza – Riding the digital wave while guarding your brand and reputation

To gain a view of the event brochure, click here: http://www.marcusevans-conferences-northamerican.com/IPLawEU_eaag_IPW

For speaking, sponsoring or attending, please contact Laurel Zevitz at +1 312-540-3000 ext 6683 or email l.zevitz@marcusevansch.com

Filed Under: IP-Watch Briefs, IP Policies, Language, Themes, Venues, Copyright Policy, Enforcement, English, Europe, Finance, Lobbying, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains

Perplexed About International Policy On GR, TK and TCEs? Here’s A Book

08/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch 3 Comments

Two scientists with a connection to Geneva have published an unorthodox e-book entitled, Guide for the perplexed entering the Maze of Genetic Resources Traditional Knowledge and Folklore.

Filed Under: IP-Watch Briefs, IP Policies, Language, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Biodiversity/Genetic Resources/Biotech, Copyright Policy, English, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge, WIPO, WTO/TRIPS

US Lays Out Process For Public Input To Copyright Policy Reform

08/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch 2 Comments

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has helped to outline the process for public comments and participation in the ongoing reform to the US copyright system. The focal point for discussion is a “green” paper issued in July, on which a hearing is scheduled this month.

Filed Under: IP-Watch Briefs, IP Policies, Language, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Copyright Policy, English, North America

Right To Science: More Publicly Funded Research, Less IP, Panellists Say

08/10/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch 4 Comments

The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) last week held a mandated seminar on the right of everyone to enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications. In some cases, intellectual property rights may not be helping, according to speakers.

Filed Under: Features, IP Policies, Language, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Copyright Policy, Development, English, Human Rights, Innovation/ R&D, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, United Nations - other

Experts Envision Bringing Trade, Internet Communities Closer Together

08/10/2013 by Alessandro Marongiu for Intellectual Property Watch 2 Comments

Mutual understanding between the international trade community and internet stakeholders would be of great benefit to help adjust the multilateral trade regime to the rapidly changing landscape of the digital economy.

Filed Under: Features, IP Policies, Language, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Copyright Policy, English, ITU/ICANN, Information and Communications Technology/ Broadcasting, Lobbying, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, WTO/TRIPS

At WTO, Online Pharmacy Watchdog, Tobacco Industry Explain Anti-Counterfeiting Efforts

07/10/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment

The US Chamber of Commerce’s Global Intellectual Property Center organised a panel during the World Trade Organization Public Forum last week to explore what industry sees as challenges of trade in the digital age. Three panellists presented concerns – mainly counterfeiting – and solutions they have put in place to address such challenges.

Filed Under: Features, IP Policies, Language, Subscribers, Themes, Venues, Copyright Policy, Enforcement, English, Health & IP, Lobbying, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains, WHO, WTO/TRIPS

ITU Stats Show 40 Percent Of World Online In 2013, Billions Still Not Connected

07/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment

The UN International Telecommunication Union today released global statistics on information and communications technology, showing great advances in speed, reach and mobile connectivity, but with the reality that billions of humans are still not connected to the internet.

Filed Under: IP-Watch Briefs, IP Policies, Language, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Copyright Policy, Development, English, ITU/ICANN, Information and Communications Technology/ Broadcasting, Trademarks/Geographical Indications/Domains

Industry Says IP Key In Technology Dissemination; Others Call For More African Innovation

07/10/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment

A panel of industry representatives presented their views at the World Trade Organization on the diffusion of innovation, calling intellectual property rights key to the process. Meanwhile, another panel looked at innovation as a growth strategy for the global South.

Filed Under: Features, IP Policies, Language, Subscribers, Themes, Venues, Access to Knowledge/ Education, Africa, Biodiversity/Genetic Resources/Biotech, Development, English, Environment, Innovation/ R&D, Lobbying, Patents/Designs/Trade Secrets, Regional Policy, Technical Cooperation/ Technology Transfer, WTO/TRIPS

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