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USA AI & IP Update Puts John Wiley Ends Lobbying and Relationship With Access Partnership S…
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USA AI & IP Update Puts John Wiley Ends Lobbying and Relationship With Access Partnership S…

Practical ai & ip context for IP teams tracking AI & IP, John Wiley Ends Lobbying, Relationship With Access Partnership.

IIPLA reviews the ai & ip implications of AI & IP, John Wiley Ends Lobbying, Relationship With Access Partnership, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Thursday, September 17, 2026
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South Korea Sees Record Surge in Domestic Patent and Trademark Filings Driven by AI and Semiconductor Innovations
AI & IPGlobal

South Korea Sees Record Surge in Domestic Patent and Trademark Filings Driven by AI and Semiconductor Innovations

Generative AI lowers patent application barriers, fueling a sharp rise in individual filings and expanding Korean IP presence overseas

In the first half of 2024, South Korea experienced unprecedented growth in domestic patent and trademark applications, propelled by advances in artificial intelligence and semiconductor industries. The Ministry of Intellectual Property reported a 29.2% increase in patent filings and an 18.6% rise in trademark applicat…

Thursday, September 17, 2026
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U.S. Officials Accuse Chinese AI Firms of Systematic Theft of American AI Technologies
AI & IPUSA

U.S. Officials Accuse Chinese AI Firms of Systematic Theft of American AI Technologies

Washington alleges Chinese companies exploited proprietary AI models through distillation, raising national security concerns ahead of high-level bilateral talks

U.S. intelligence and law enforcement agencies have publicly accused several Chinese artificial intelligence companies, including DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, and Alibaba, of illicitly replicating proprietary AI technologies developed by leading American firms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and SpaceX. The method cited,…

Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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China Denies US Allegations That Moonshot AI Misappropriated Anthropic Technology Amid Rising AI Rivalry
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China Denies US Allegations That Moonshot AI Misappropriated Anthropic Technology Amid Rising AI Rivalry

Beijing rejects claims of intellectual property theft by Moonshot AI, emphasizing independent AI advancements and condemning politically motivated accusations from the US

Tensions between the US and China have escalated following allegations from the Trump administration that Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI illicitly used Anthropic’s proprietary technology. China has firmly denied these claims, asserting its AI sector’s independent progress and adherence to intellectual property laws. T…

Friday, July 24, 2026
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Chinese AI Models Narrow Gap with US Counterparts Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
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Chinese AI Models Narrow Gap with US Counterparts Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

China’s AI advancements challenge US dominance as Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 rivals leading American models, sparking Washington’s regulatory backlash

China has rapidly closed the artificial intelligence gap with the United States, moving from years behind to just months away in technological parity. Chinese firms have leveraged open-source AI models to circumvent US export restrictions on advanced chips, enabling widespread deployment across sectors. Moonshot AI’s…

Thursday, July 23, 2026
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USA AI & IP Update Puts China and U.S. AI Strategy in Focus
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USA AI & IP Update Puts China and U.S. AI Strategy in Focus

Practical ai & ip context for IP teams tracking AI & IP, China, U.S. AI.

IIPLA reviews the ai & ip implications of AI & IP, China, U.S. AI, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Saturday, July 11, 2026
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Navigating Complexities in Technology Deals Across Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S. Amid Regulatory and Sovereignty Shifts
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Navigating Complexities in Technology Deals Across Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S. Amid Regulatory and Sovereignty Shifts

Multinational technology transactions increasingly reflect geopolitical strategies and regulatory demands as digital transformation accelerates across key global regions.

As digital transformation surges across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States, technology transactions have evolved beyond traditional procurement to become critical instruments of compliance, sovereignty, and market access. Heightened regulatory frameworks—including the EU AI Act and Middle Eastern data loca…

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
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USPTO Reschedules IT and Innovation Webinar Featuring CIO Leadership
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USPTO Reschedules IT and Innovation Webinar Featuring CIO Leadership

The United States Patent and Trademark Office postpones its May 6 session on IT modernization and AI integration, promising updates on the new date.

The USPTO has announced the postponement of its upcoming 'USPTO Hour' webinar originally set for May 6, which was to highlight the agency's ongoing IT modernization efforts and AI-driven innovations. Hosted by the Office of the Chief Information Officer, the session will feature insights from Acting CIO Debbie Stephen…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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U.S. Issues Global Alert Accusing Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek of Intellectual Property Theft
AI & IPUSA

U.S. Issues Global Alert Accusing Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek of Intellectual Property Theft

Washington warns international partners about unauthorized use of American AI models by Chinese firms amid rising tech tensions

The U.S. State Department has circulated a diplomatic cable urging global officials to caution foreign counterparts regarding Chinese companies, including AI startup DeepSeek, allegedly engaging in unauthorized extraction and replication of U.S. artificial intelligence models. The warning highlights risks associated w…

Saturday, April 25, 2026
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Michelle K. Lee Highlights AI’s Dual Impact on Intellectual Property Innovation and Protection
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Michelle K. Lee Highlights AI’s Dual Impact on Intellectual Property Innovation and Protection

Former USPTO Director and Patlytics Adviser Discusses Balancing Incentives and Risks in AI-Driven IP Landscape

Michelle K. Lee, former director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and current senior strategic adviser at Patlytics, addresses the transformative effects of artificial intelligence on intellectual property. Drawing from her extensive experience in government, tech, and AI sectors, Lee emphasizes the critical ne…

Monday, August 18, 2025
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U.S. Patent Data Reveals Expanding Footprint of Artificial Intelligence Across Inventors and Industries
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U.S. Patent Data Reveals Expanding Footprint of Artificial Intelligence Across Inventors and Industries

Analysis shows significant growth in AI patenting activity among U.S. inventors and organizations from 1980 to 2018, highlighting AI’s broad diffusion across technology sectors an…

A recent report by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) traces the diffusion of artificial intelligence (AI) through U.S. patent filings, revealing a marked increase in the share of inventors and organizations patenting AI technologies. From under 5% in 1980 to over 20% in 2018, AI’s growing presence…

Wednesday, May 22, 2024
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USPTO Schedules Public Symposium on AI’s Role in Intellectual Property Authorship and Inventorship
AI & IPUSA

USPTO Schedules Public Symposium on AI’s Role in Intellectual Property Authorship and Inventorship

Experts to Debate Generative AI as Author or Inventor in Upcoming USPTO Event

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a public symposium on March 27, 2024, addressing the evolving role of generative artificial intelligence in intellectual property law. The event will feature panels comparing copyright and patent perspectives on AI as an author or inventor, supporting dir…

Monday, March 25, 2024
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Saudi Arabia and UAE Aim to Build AI Chip Design Hubs Amid Global Tech Rivalries
AI & IPMiddle East

Saudi Arabia and UAE Aim to Build AI Chip Design Hubs Amid Global Tech Rivalries

Gulf states seek to leverage energy resources and strategic investments to develop homegrown AI capabilities, navigating geopolitical chip restrictions and talent shortages

Saudi Arabia and the UAE are positioning themselves as emerging artificial intelligence hubs by focusing on chip design and data infrastructure. Despite challenges such as US export controls and limited local talent, the Gulf nations are investing billions and courting global AI leaders like OpenAI's Sam Altman and So…

Saturday, March 23, 2024
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University of Montana to Host Seventh Annual IP Day Featuring AI and Innovation Law Discussions
AI & IPUSA

University of Montana to Host Seventh Annual IP Day Featuring AI and Innovation Law Discussions

The 2026 IP Day in Montana spotlights AI regulation, USPTO outreach, and ethical AI use in legal practice

The Blewett School of Law at the University of Montana and the Intellectual Property Law Section of the Montana Bar will convene the seventh annual IP Day in Montana on March 27, 2026. This event will focus on emerging issues in artificial intelligence and intellectual property law, featuring keynote insights from Pro…

Friday, March 2, 2018
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