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LOT loses its first member, but another auto leader signs up

Major supplier backs out just months after joining; however, Toyota confirmed as new member adding another major carmaker to the defensive network’s ranks

22 Jan 2020

Advocacy fight in Europe points to new battleground over patent litigation

Big Tech letter to EU commissioner highlighting danger of "trolls", and the response to it, demonstrate ongoing friction between SEP owners and implementers

17 Jan 2020

Volvo Car's IP head takes charge of company's tech investment fund

Expanded role sees Ray Millien tasked with leading team that identifies early stage auto start-ups with potential to become tier 1 or 2 suppliers

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17 Jan 2020

Ford’s challenge is to maintain current levels of innovation

New ranking celebrates the US automaker’s advances in autonomous driving, but there are more obstacles to overcome Read more

16 Jan 2020

What IP owners need to know about the US-China trade deal

There are significant gains for branded pharma in the agreement. But in several other areas, China has made commitments it already meets Read more

13 Jan 2020

Battery tech firm hit with unfair competition claim in China

Chinese company says patent and trade secrets litigation launched by North Carolina-based Celgard in a US court constitutes "slander of the company’s goodwill" Read more

10 Jan 2020

Everything you need to know about 2019 US district court patent litigation

Apple top defendant again; Eastern District of Texas loses further ground; and other key stats Read more

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21 Dec 2019

New SEP remedies policy statement from US government agencies is good news for licensors

Position paper from the USPTO, DoJ and NIST opens door - slightly - to possibility of injunctive relief in FRAND-related cases, but a big eBay barrier remains Read more

17 Dec 2019

Intel puts connected devices patent portfolio up for sale

After deal for cellular chip business with Apple, the company places rest of the assets that were on the market in the summer back on the auction block Read more

5 Dec 2019

The search for the world's leading IP strategists is on

IAM is currently seeking nominations for individuals to be considered for the 2020 edition of the Strategy 300 - our unique guide to the men and women who excel in the creation of IP value Read more

5 Dec 2019

Auto IP stakeholders in Asia call for peace, prepare for war

Huawei, Nokia and top Japanese brands discussed the licensing conflicts confronting the industry in front of a packed room in Shanghai Read more

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8 Jan 2020

Increasing scrutiny for patent filing subsidies in China

Last year patent agencies came under scrutiny for gaming the system, and corporate IP managers say they expect tighter auditing in the year to come Read more

7 Jan 2020

ITC cases were more China-focused than ever in 2019

But study by Chinese trade body shows that respondents who fight back do surprisingly well Read more

6 Jan 2020

After action packed 2019 Immersion starts the year with aggressive push by familiar activist investor

Viex Capital calls for appointment of five new directors citing failure to implement credible business plan, irresponsible governance and value destroying compensation practices Read more

2 Jan 2020

The most important Asia IP developments you missed over the holiday season

Impending US-China deal, a big Supreme Court ruling in India and a new licensing programme from Toyota are among the regional highlights Read more

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30 Aug 2019

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23 Jan 2020

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23 Jan 2020

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22 Jan 2020

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Automotive

Advocacy fight in Europe points to new battleground over patent litigation

Volvo Car's IP head takes charge of company's tech investment fund

Latest

Ford’s challenge is to maintain current levels of innovation

What IP owners need to know about the US-China trade deal

Battery tech firm hit with unfair competition claim in China

Everything you need to know about 2019 US district court patent litigation

News

New SEP remedies policy statement from US government agencies is good news for licensors

Intel puts connected devices patent portfolio up for sale

The search for the world's leading IP strategists is on

Auto IP stakeholders in Asia call for peace, prepare for war

Analysis

Increasing scrutiny for patent filing subsidies in China

ITC cases were more China-focused than ever in 2019

After action packed 2019 Immersion starts the year with aggressive push by familiar activist investor

The most important Asia IP developments you missed over the holiday season

Insights

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Toyota showcases the dynamism of IP strategy in the auto sector

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Volvo Car's IP head takes charge of company's tech investment fund

Ford’s challenge is to maintain current levels of innovation

What IP owners need to know about the US-China trade deal

Battery tech firm hit with unfair competition claim in China

Everything you need to know about 2019 US district court patent litigation

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