Industry Questions Canadian Courts’ Overturning Of Patents 31/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment In a new blog post, Michelle Wein, research analyst with the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, criticises a series of decisions by the Canadian courts overturning certain patents based on a re-evaluation of the usefulness criterion that a patent must meet. She argues that this trend reduces the effectiveness of the international patent system, inhibits innovation and reduces the distribution of life-saving medications.
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.
Green Innovations, Owned By Developed Countries, Tied Up In Patents, Expert Says 14/10/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch 2 Comments Climate change calls for new technologies to face its consequences, governments agree. But research and development efforts are mainly conducted by the private sector in developed countries and are patent-protected, which is doing little to diffuse the technologies in developing countries, said a lecturer in Geneva this week.
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 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.
What The US Government Shutdown Means For Patents 01/10/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch 1 Comment The United States Congress’ failure to pass a budget for the government by the end of the fiscal year on 30 September, which led to today’s shutdown, will have a variety of effects on the patent process, according to a new article.
At WIPO, Differences Remain On Global Priorities In Patent Law 28/09/2013 by Catherine Saez, Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment Differences on how nations view patent law and the need for more international harmonisation became apparent this week at the World Intellectual Property Organization annual General Assembly.
Study: Patent Trolls In US Use Business Method Patents To Target More Firms 20/09/2013 by Steven Seidenberg for Intellectual Property Watch 1 Comment Patent assertion entities in the United States have done well from software patents. These companies, which some call “patent trolls,” have garnered a clear majority of their revenues by licensing software patents and suing those who refuse to purchase licences. But these companies’ reliance on software patents may be coming to an end. In recent years, these companies are increasingly exploiting business method patents, and by doing so are targeting a much larger range of businesses, according to a recently released study.
Nearly Half Of All US Patent Cases Filed In Delaware Or Eastern Texas 19/09/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch Leave a Comment More than 45 percent of all patent lawsuits in the United States in 2013 have been filed in two locations, with Delaware taking top spot over the Eastern District of Texas, according to a mid-year analysis.
Patent Troll Nemesis Files For Review Of Troublesome ‘799 Patent 18/09/2013 by Intellectual Property Watch 1 Comment On the anniversary of the patent reform legislation in the United States, a US service that uses patent pools to help companies fight litigation by patent assertion entities (PAEs or patent trolls) today (17 September) announced an inter-partes review of a patent used widely in litigation by a leading PAE.