Over the past ten years, India’s patent ecosystem has seen significant transformation, from being ‘a jurisdiction largely linked to cost-sensitive filings of patents’ to the one ‘that increasingly represents domestic innovation, strategic portfolio building, a...Read More
Biometrics is an umbrella term for the systematic classification, identification, analysis and description of human physical and behavioral characteristics. It is a categorical label for technologies used to distinguish individuals through their unique behavioral and biological markers for...Read More
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution isn’t just reshaping the industries; it’s fundamentally challenging the paradigms of intellectual property law, one that would make even a seasoned patent attorney reach for something...Read More
Introduction: The Bedrock of Patent Protection in India’s Innovation Ecosystem
The Indian patent system outlined in the Patents Act, 1970, can be viewed as a key facilitator in fostering creativity and technology. This is especially relevant as today more than 15% of the GDP in many countries is influen...Read More
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Introduction
“The details are not the details. They make the design.”
- Charles Eames
In India, Intellectual Property laws play an important role in safeguarding innovation, creativity and business in...Read More
Patent Registration Process In India, The Patents Act [1970] is the central law in India that governs the filing and regulation of existing and new patents. The Indian Patent Office allows the inventor, his assignee, or their legal agent (in the event of a deceased inventor) to apply for patents, according to the Patent Act. However, depending on the jurisdiction where the person f...Read More
The patent application process in USA can often seem complex for first-time inventors and businesses. However, understanding the key steps can simplify the journey of protecting your intellectual property. This blog explains the entire process, from preparing your invention disclosure to securing patent rights through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).Read More
Software patenting is an intimidating and lengthy exercise, as much because of the intricate technology involved as on account of technicalities in law within patent law. A skilfully drafted software patent a...Read More
There is a continuous struggle between public interest and commercialisation in the context of innovations within nicotine and tobacco products. According to available information from the WHO, 8 million people die from the use of tobacco annually. The number in India resulting from the use of tobacco has reached 1.35 million. Tobacco and nicotine products damage the public's health as a whole. ...Read More
In today’s innovation driven economy, patents are crucial for preventing inventions but can also act as barriers for further progress. As industries become increasingly independent, mechanisms like patent pooling and cross licensing have emerged to facilitate access to patent technologies. These tools can reduce costly litigation and promote collaborative innovation, but they also rais...Read More
The process of drafting software patent applications requires specialized knowledge because it contains many complications that result in reduced patent protection strength. Software patents having abstract conceptual and algorithmic content demand complete precision and fundamental knowledge of both patent laws and technological fundamentals.
Filing for a patent is a crucial step in protecting your intellectual property (IP). It provides you with exclusive rights to your invention, preventing others from making, using, or selling your invention without your permission. If you have come up with a new invention, filing for a patent is a way to safeguard your creative work and establish a legal claim over it.Read More
As the pace of technological advancement accelerates, organizations are increasingly utilizing patent data to identify trends, potential competition, and emerging technologies that can inform their innovation agendas. This blog explores the critical role of patent landscape analysis in shaping research and development (R&D) strategies within innovative companies. By systematically ...Read More
The patentability of software has long been a subject of legal debate, particularly under Section 3(k) of the Indian Patent Act, which excludes "computer programs per se" from patent protection. However, evolving judicial interpretations have gradually expanded the scope of software patents, recognising their technical contributions. Courts have played a pivotal role in redefining th...Read More