Brazilian Patent Reform Report Launched 15/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment Infojustice.org reports: Last week, the report Brazilian Patent Reform: Innovation Towards Competitiveness was launched at an event at the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies.
US Copyright Reform Hearing Rescheduled To 12 December 11/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch 1 Comment A hearing to consider a United States government “green paper” as part of the ongoing reform of the US copyright system has been moved to 12 December due to the government shutdown.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
US Patent On Selection Of Genetic Traits For Babies Fires Controversy 04/10/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch 1 Comment A newly awarded patent on a process allowing parents to choose genetic traits from prospective donors for their children is creating a buzz in the United States and beyond.
Some Notes On Developing Policy And Law In Caribbean Intellectual Property 04/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment In recent years, the Caribbean has been placed under a considerable amount of pressure to comply with the international regimen on intellectual property rights writes Abiola Inniss.
WIPO Looks At Measuring Innovation; ITIF Sees Need For Policy Shift 04/10/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment The innovative capacities of countries cannot be measured with a simplistic matrix, taking only into account the number of patents or the research and development expenditures, said a World Intellectual Property Organization official. Meanwhile, WIPO’s views were buttressed by an expert from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation.