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PatentsSoutheast Asia

Hong Kong Trails Singapore in Establishing Itself as an Intellectual Property Trading Hub

While Singapore advances with a detailed master plan, Hong Kong’s IP trading development remains in preliminary discussions, though local officials express confidence in the city’…

Singapore has taken a significant step forward in positioning itself as a regional intellectual property (IP) trading hub by releasing an 80-page master plan in April. In contrast, Hong Kong’s efforts remain at the discussion stage, with its working group on IP trading actively preparing recommendations for government…

Monday, January 27, 2014

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PatentsMiddle East

Andrews Kurth and Murgitroyd Collaborate to Present Seminar on IP Protection for Middle East Energy Technologies

Seminar in Aberdeen to address opportunities and risks for UK energy firms leveraging advanced technology in the Middle East

Andrews Kurth, a law firm specializing in energy sector legalities across the Middle East, North America, and the Far East, has partnered with intellectual property experts Murgitroyd to host a seminar focused on protecting and exploiting advanced energy technology and know-how in the Middle East. The event, scheduled…

Friday, January 24, 2014

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PatentsEurope

UK Lenders’ Limited Understanding of Intellectual Property Risks Hampering SME Growth, UKIPO Report Finds

Government-backed study reveals urgent need for banks to update lending criteria to recognise IP as a key business asset amid economic recovery

A recent UK Intellectual Property Office report highlights that traditional lenders’ unfamiliarity with intellectual property valuation is restricting access to finance for IP-rich SMEs. The report calls for urgent reforms in lending practices to better support innovation-driven growth in the UK economy.

Friday, December 6, 2013

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PatentsMiddle East

Rethinking Patent Systems: Challenges and Opportunities for Intellectual Property in Kenya and Developing Nations

Kenya’s low patent grants highlight systemic barriers in IP protection, prompting calls for tailored innovation frameworks beyond Western models

Kenya’s patent office has issued fewer than 600 patents since 1991, with local inventors receiving only a fraction annually. This disparity stems from limited patent expertise and high drafting costs rather than lack of innovation. Experts question whether Western-style patent regimes effectively serve developing coun…

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

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PatentsUSA

Honeywell Initiates Patent Infringement Suit Against Nest Labs Over Thermostat Technologies

The Minnesota-based tech giant alleges Nest Labs and retailer Best Buy violate seven patents covering innovative thermostat features and seeks injunction and damages

Honeywell has filed a patent infringement lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota against Nest Labs, Inc., accusing the smart thermostat maker of infringing seven patents related to thermostat operation, programming, and energy-saving technologies. The suit also names Best Buy Co., Inc., a ret…

Monday, February 6, 2012

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PatentsChina

US Ambassador Highlights Progress and Ongoing Challenges in China’s Intellectual Property Landscape

Diplomatic insights reveal evolving dynamics in China’s IP enforcement and protection measures amid ongoing trade discussions

The US ambassador to China has provided a detailed assessment of the current state of intellectual property (IP) issues in China, emphasizing both advancements and persistent challenges. This evaluation underscores the complexity of IP enforcement in China and its implications for international trade and innovation.

Monday, July 5, 2010

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PatentsUSA

Supreme Court Rules Against Patenting of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genes in Landmark ACLU Case

The 2013 ruling invalidated patents on key breast and ovarian cancer genes, affirming that human genes are products of nature and cannot be patented.

In a pivotal decision on June 13, 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down patents on the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which are linked to hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. The ruling followed a lawsuit initiated by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Public Patent Foundation (PUBPAT) on behalf of a broad…

Friday, October 9, 2009

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PatentsAfrica

African Union Advances Legal Protections Against Biopiracy in Genetic Resource Patenting

OAU introduces pioneering model legislation to safeguard local communities and regulate access to genetic resources amid global intellectual property challenges

The Organisation of African Unity (OAU) has developed model legislation aimed at protecting African farmers, breeders, and indigenous communities from unauthorized patenting and exploitation of their biological resources. This initiative responds to growing concerns over biopiracy, exemplified by cases like the Univer…

Sunday, July 16, 2000

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PatentsSoutheast Asia

Hong Kong Trails Singapore in Establishing Itself as an Intellectual Property Trading Hub

While Singapore advances with a detailed master plan, Hong Kong’s IP trading development remains in preliminary discussions, though local officials express confidence in the city’…

Monday, January 27, 2014

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsMiddle East

Andrews Kurth and Murgitroyd Collaborate to Present Seminar on IP Protection for Middle East Energy Technologies

Seminar in Aberdeen to address opportunities and risks for UK energy firms leveraging advanced technology in the Middle East

Friday, January 24, 2014

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsEurope

UK Lenders’ Limited Understanding of Intellectual Property Risks Hampering SME Growth, UKIPO Report Finds

Government-backed study reveals urgent need for banks to update lending criteria to recognise IP as a key business asset amid economic recovery

Friday, December 6, 2013

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsMiddle East

Rethinking Patent Systems: Challenges and Opportunities for Intellectual Property in Kenya and Developing Nations

Kenya’s low patent grants highlight systemic barriers in IP protection, prompting calls for tailored innovation frameworks beyond Western models

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsUSA

Honeywell Initiates Patent Infringement Suit Against Nest Labs Over Thermostat Technologies

The Minnesota-based tech giant alleges Nest Labs and retailer Best Buy violate seven patents covering innovative thermostat features and seeks injunction and damages

Monday, February 6, 2012

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsChina

US Ambassador Highlights Progress and Ongoing Challenges in China’s Intellectual Property Landscape

Diplomatic insights reveal evolving dynamics in China’s IP enforcement and protection measures amid ongoing trade discussions

Monday, July 5, 2010

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsUSA

Supreme Court Rules Against Patenting of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genes in Landmark ACLU Case

The 2013 ruling invalidated patents on key breast and ovarian cancer genes, affirming that human genes are products of nature and cannot be patented.

Friday, October 9, 2009

IIPLA News Desk

PatentsAfrica

African Union Advances Legal Protections Against Biopiracy in Genetic Resource Patenting

OAU introduces pioneering model legislation to safeguard local communities and regulate access to genetic resources amid global intellectual property challenges

Sunday, July 16, 2000

IIPLA News Desk

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