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PatentsGlobal

WIPO Reports Record Surge in Domain Name Disputes and IP ADR Cases in 2018

Trademark owners filed unprecedented cybersquatting complaints under UDRP, while mediation and arbitration cases also rose significantly

In 2018, the World Intellectual Property Organization’s Arbitration and Mediation Center experienced a record volume of domain name dispute filings, with 3,447 cases submitted under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP). This marked a 12 percent increase over the previous year and involved over 5,60…

Friday, March 15, 2019

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LitigationGlobal

Trademark Battles in the Guitar Industry: Eight Notable Disputes Over Brand Infringement

A detailed look at eight significant trademark infringement conflicts involving guitar manufacturers highlights the challenges of protecting brand identity in the music instrument…

This article examines eight prominent cases where guitar companies have aggressively defended their trademarks against alleged infringement. The disputes underscore the importance of trademark protection in the competitive guitar market and reveal patterns in how companies respond to perceived brand violations.

Saturday, January 5, 2019

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Global IP Developments: Turkey's Plain Packaging, Pakistan IPO Praised by WIPO, and '.amazon' Domain Dispute Resurfaces

Recent international trademark and counterfeiting updates include major seizures, policy shifts, and ongoing domain name conflicts impacting rights holders worldwide.

This comprehensive report covers key intellectual property developments including a significant counterfeit Nike sneaker seizure by US Customs, Turkey's upcoming plain packaging mandate for tobacco, Pakistan's IP Office praised by WIPO for Madrid Protocol preparations, and renewed uncertainty over the '.amazon' top-le…

Friday, December 7, 2018

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LitigationGlobal

Federal Circuit Upholds Invalidity of Remote Darts Refereeing Patent Under Alice Framework

Appeals court confirms district court ruling that patent covering remote video review system for darts matches lacks patentable subject matter

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed a lower court's decision invalidating a patent held by Gaelco, which claimed a system for remotely refereeing darts matches via video review. Arachnid 360 LLC successfully argued that the patent did not involve new technology and was directed to an abstract id…

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

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LicensingGlobal

Understanding the Technology Transfer Block Exemption and Its Impact on IP Licensing Agreements

A detailed overview of the TTBER’s scope, market share thresholds, and restrictions under EU and UK competition law

The Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation (TTBER) provides a safe harbour for technology licensing agreements involving intellectual property rights, protecting companies from competition law scrutiny if certain conditions are met. This article examines the TTBER’s application, market share limits, hardcore r…

Sunday, October 21, 2018

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PatentsUSA

Indiana University Reports Strong Technology Transfer Performance in 2017-18 Fiscal Year

IU Innovation and Commercialization Office highlights record disclosures, licensing agreements, and patent issuances supporting research commercialization

Indiana University’s Innovation and Commercialization Office (ICO) announced robust technology transfer results for the 2017-18 fiscal year, building on a three-year record-setting trend. The office facilitated 171 invention disclosures, 46 licensing agreements, and secured 141 patents, generating $3.4 million in lice…

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

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PatentsGlobal

China Leads Global Surge in Patent, Trademark, and Design Filings in 2016, WIPO Reports

World Intellectual Property Organization highlights China’s dominant role in driving worldwide intellectual property application growth across patents, trademarks, and industrial…

The World Intellectual Property Organization’s 2017 report reveals a seventh consecutive year of growth in global intellectual property filings, with China accounting for the vast majority of increases. Patent applications rose by 8.3 percent to 3.1 million, trademarks surged 16.4 percent to 7 million, and industrial…

Wednesday, December 6, 2017

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LitigationUSA

Characters for Hire Seeks Summary Judgment Against Disney’s Copyright and Trademark Claims, Citing Naked Cowboy Precedent

New York-based Characters for Hire challenges Disney’s infringement allegations, arguing costumes fall outside copyright protection and trademark claims lack confusion element

Characters for Hire, LLC, a live entertainment company renting performers portraying Disney, Marvel, and Lucasfilm characters, filed a motion for summary judgment in the Southern District of New York to dismiss copyright and trademark infringement claims brought by The Walt Disney Company. Disney alleges unauthorized…

Saturday, October 28, 2017

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LicensingGlobal

Indiana University Integrates Technology Transfer into Vice President for Research Office to Boost Innovation Commercialization

IU restructures technology transfer operations to enhance alignment with faculty research and expand support for startups and licensing activities

Indiana University is reorganizing its technology transfer functions by moving them from the Indiana University Research and Technology Corp. (IURTC) into the Office of the Vice President for Research. This strategic shift aims to strengthen collaboration with faculty inventors, streamline intellectual property manage…

Thursday, June 29, 2017

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LicensingGlobal

Bayh-Dole Act Spurs Trillions in U.S. Economic Growth Through Academic Patent Licensing

New study highlights the pivotal role of university technology transfer in job creation, innovation, and industry output over two decades

A comprehensive report commissioned by BIO and AUTM reveals that academic patent licensing under the Bayh-Dole Act has contributed $1.33 trillion to U.S. industry output and supported over 4 million jobs from 1995 to 2015. Despite political calls for increased federal control, the decentralized system continues to dri…

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Global Experts Outline Effective Anti-Counterfeiting Strategies for Brand Owners

Industry practitioners from China, Russia, the US, and Ukraine share insights on building robust IP enforcement frameworks to combat counterfeit goods

Counterfeiting poses significant risks to brand owners worldwide, impacting profits, reputation, and consumer safety. Experts from four jurisdictions discuss tailored anti-counterfeiting approaches, emphasizing IP registration, law enforcement collaboration, market monitoring, and consumer education as key pillars of…

Monday, May 1, 2017

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PatentsGlobal

China Drives Global Patent Filings to Record 2.9 Million in 2015 Amid Rising IP Demand

WIPO reports significant growth in patent, trademark, and industrial design applications worldwide, with China leading in filings and patent grants

The World Intellectual Property Organization's 2015 data reveals a surge in global intellectual property filings, propelled primarily by Chinese innovators. Patent applications reached nearly 2.9 million, marking a 7.8% increase from the previous year. Trademark and industrial design filings also saw notable growth, u…

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

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LicensingGlobal

Universities Engage in High-Stakes Patent Battles Worth Billions

Academic institutions are increasingly involved in complex patent disputes, with billions of dollars at risk in licensing and technology commercialization.

Universities across the globe are embroiled in significant patent litigation and licensing negotiations, reflecting the immense financial stakes tied to intellectual property generated within academic settings. These disputes highlight the critical role of patent rights in funding research and fostering innovation.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

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PatentsGlobal

China Leads Global Surge in Patent Filings for Fifth Consecutive Year in 2014

WIPO Reports Record Patent Applications Worldwide with Trademark Growth and Industrial Design Decline

The World Intellectual Property Organization's 2015 World Intellectual Property Indicators reveal a 4.5% rise in global patent applications in 2014, driven predominantly by China’s record filings. Trademark applications also surged, while industrial design filings declined for the first time in over two decades. The r…

Monday, December 14, 2015

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PatentsLatin America

WIPO Advances Global Reach and Efficiency of Madrid System with New Members and IT Upgrades

The Madrid System expands its footprint in Africa and Asia while addressing user concerns on processing times and digital services

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is accelerating the globalization of the Madrid System for international trademark registration by welcoming new members from Africa and Asia and implementing significant IT reforms. Senior Director David Muls outlined plans to improve pendency rates, enhance e-filin…

Saturday, May 2, 2015

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LicensingGlobal

Johns Hopkins Technology Transfer Executive Director Wesley Blakeslee Announces Retirement

Blakeslee concludes 15-year tenure leading JHU’s Technology Transfer Office, overseeing record growth in IP commercialization

Wesley D. Blakeslee, who has served as executive director of the Johns Hopkins University Technology Transfer Office since 2006, will retire at the end of July 2014. During his leadership, the office expanded significantly, achieving record invention disclosures, licensing agreements, revenue, and start-ups. Jill Uhl…

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

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TrademarksGlobal

Fox Rothschild Strengthens Trademark Practice with New Partner in New York

Perla Kuhn joins Fox Rothschild LLP as partner, enhancing the firm’s trademark capabilities at its New York office

Fox Rothschild LLP has expanded its trademark team by appointing Perla Kuhn as a partner based in its New York office. This strategic addition aims to bolster the firm’s expertise and service offerings in trademark law.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

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LicensingGlobal

University Policies on Revenue Sharing from Faculty and Student Innovations Explained

An in-depth look at how academic institutions manage income distribution from inventions developed by their faculty and students.

Universities often engage in revenue-sharing arrangements to manage income generated from inventions created by faculty members and students. This article explores the common frameworks and considerations involved in such income-sharing practices, highlighting the balance between institutional support and individual i…

Friday, September 20, 2013

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