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Thu, May 14, 2026

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Philips Leads European Patent Office Medtech Filings in 2024 with 594 Applications
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Philips Leads European Patent Office Medtech Filings in 2024 with 594 Applications

Royal Philips tops EPO medical technology patent submissions, reinforcing its innovation leadership and commitment to healthcare transformation through AI and informatics

In 2024, Royal Philips emerged as the leading medical technology patent applicant at the European Patent Office, filing 594 Medtech patents. This milestone highlights Philips’ sustained investment in R&D, focusing on AI and informatics to enhance patient care and operational efficiency in hospitals and homes worldwide.

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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EPO Board Upholds Human Inventor Requirement in DABUS AI Patent Appeal
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EPO Board Upholds Human Inventor Requirement in DABUS AI Patent Appeal

European Patent Office rejects AI inventor status for DABUS, signaling ongoing challenges for AI-generated inventions in patent law

The European Patent Office (EPO) Board of Appeal has ruled that European patents must name human inventors, dismissing the appeal to recognize the AI system DABUS as an inventor. This decision underscores the legal requirement under the European Patent Convention that inventors possess legal capacity as natural person…

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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European Patent Office Engages in Dialogue with German Intellectual Property Law Association
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European Patent Office Engages in Dialogue with German Intellectual Property Law Association

EPO and the German Association for Intellectual Property Law convene to discuss patent law developments and cooperation

The European Patent Office (EPO) recently held a meeting with the German Association for Intellectual Property Law to foster collaboration and exchange insights on patent law issues. This engagement underscores ongoing efforts to strengthen ties between the EPO and national IP stakeholders in Germany.

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Philips Leads European Patent Office Medtech Filings in 2024 with 594 Applications

In 2024, Royal Philips emerged as the leading medical technology patent applicant at the European Patent Office, filing 594 Medtech patents. This milestone highlights Philips’ sustained investment in R&D, focusing on AI and informatics to enhance patient care and operational efficiency in hospitals and homes worldwide.

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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EPO Board Upholds Human Inventor Requirement in DABUS AI Patent Appeal

The European Patent Office (EPO) Board of Appeal has ruled that European patents must name human inventors, dismissing the appeal to recognize the AI system DABUS as an inventor. This decision underscores the legal requirement under the European Patent Convention that inventors possess legal capacity as natural person…

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Vietnam Urges U.S. to Provide Fair Review of Intellectual Property Protection Progress

Foreign Ministry Responds to U.S. 'Priority Foreign Country' Designation, Citing Legal Reforms and International Cooperation

Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the United States to offer an objective and balanced evaluation of the country's intellectual property protection efforts. The statement follows the U.S. government's decision to list Vietnam as a 'Priority Foreign Country' in its annual global IP report. Vietnamese…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Unveils 2025 Intellectual Property 'Go To Lawyers' Honorees

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Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has released its 2025 list of 'Go To Lawyers' in the field of Intellectual Property, highlighting attorneys recognized for their leadership and expertise. The honorees were nominated by colleagues and chosen by a dedicated panel, continuing the publication's tradition of spotlighting excel…

Sunday, May 3, 2026
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India on US priority watch list for Intellectual Property rights: What it means and why it matters

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enfo…

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enforcement mechanisms. The designation was announced in the annual Special 301 Report, which assesses how effectively US trading partners safeg…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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