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Postponement of ruling on key pharma “pipeline patents” case leaves Brazilian life sciences industry in lurch

Supreme Court has taken nearly a decade to rule on a constitutional challenge to a controversial law allowing pharma companies to bypass the regular patenting process

24 Sep 2018

The world's top IP dealmakers and value creators identified – part three

We reveal who is listed in positions 20 to 11 in this year's IAM Market Makers ranking of the individuals who drive the global IP market.

24 Sep 2018

Inside Apple’s negotiations with a Chinese patent owner on the war path

The smartphone giant faces an infringement claim in Shanghai over Siri-related technology. Communications published by Chinese inventor show how the conflict developed.

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21 Sep 2018

PTAB reforms latest move by PTO to tackle Board’s “perception problem”

After proposed change in claim construction standard, new procedures may lessen need for Congressional action Read more

20 Sep 2018

At IAM event DOJ antitrust chief throws spotlight back onto SEP licensing

Violating a FRAND commitment should not give rise to an antitrust action under US law Delrahim insists as he looks for balance in debate around patent hold out and hold up. Read more

20 Sep 2018

The rise of biosimilars and the future of healthcare intellectual property

Litigation between rights holders of biologic drugs and producers of biosimilars is set to become an increasingly important part of the life sciences IP landscape Read more

20 Sep 2018

Trade war escalation won’t curb intra-Chinese patent conflict

Chinese drone maker that hit DJI with an ITC complaint is accused of letting the side down, but it says it's putting business considerations first. Read more

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13 Sep 2018

Chinese biotech patents fail to make mark, more litigation for AbbVie, AIDS Heath Foundation appeals to SCOTUS and much more

The August edition of our monthly round-up of the life sciences stories you need to know Read more

10 Sep 2018

Chinese firm’s rare victory in trade secrets case holds lessons for other defendants

Qingdao metal manufacturer fended off ITC Section 337 complaint with fastidious R&D record keeping, among other factors Read more

7 Sep 2018

The EPO should rule on SEPs, say top European auto patent players

The heads of IP at Swedish auto maker Volvo Car Corporation and Swiss wireless communications supplier u-blox AG believe that the agency must play a central role in deciding on mobile technology standard essential patents Read more

30 Aug 2018

SK Hynix bolsters patent holdings, buying two portfolios

Korean chipmaker turns to HP Enterprise and Integrated Device Technology as its US patent risks escalate Read more

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18 Sep 2018

Patent groups respond to proposed increases in USPTO fees

Spotlight falls on new patent practitioner levy and big jump in cost of filing IPRs as the agency waits for Congressional action on fee-setting Read more

18 Sep 2018

The Supreme Court’s continuing fascination with patent law

From Oil States to SAS Institute and WesternGeco, the Supreme Court’s most recent term had plenty for patent practitioners to consider. Read more

18 Sep 2018

Philips DVD case is a missed opportunity for India

The Delhi High Court has handed down India’s first post-trial SEP decision in an eagerly awaited case involving DVD player patents. However, a closer look at the details suggests the judgment has limited value as a precedent for similar disputes Read more

18 Sep 2018

Swedish eye tracking leader sues to curb Chinese upstart

IBM patent asserted against Beijing-based startup with backing from HTC and Qualcomm. NPEs are also active in a possible new VR/AR battleground. Read more

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1 Jun 2018

Supreme Court shakes up the PTAB, while new USPTO head sends strong pro-patent signals

No one expected the Supreme Court to turn the US patent system upside down with Oil States – and it did not. But its SAS judgment issued on the same day could mean some big post-grant changes. Meanwhile, Andrei Iancu is exhibiting pro-patent inclinations Read more

1 Feb 2018

Rollercoaster ride for SEP owners continues through 2017

SEP owners had much to celebrate in 2017 but a major decision from a US court meant that the year ended with a familiar amount of uncertainty Read more

1 Oct 2017

A round-up of IP-related quotes, observations and opinions from the recent past …

A round-up of IP-related quotes, observations and opinions from the recent past … Read more

1 Oct 2017

Trump hones in on China, but would do well to look closer to home

The Trump administration’s probe into Chinese IP practices that are allegedly harming US interests may be politically charged but is being welcomed by many tech companies. However, it may be US developments which are giving Chinese entities a helping hand Read more

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24 Sep 2018

@IAM_magazine A disgruntled patent owner's very public spat with Apple highlights challenges that multinational patent owners fac… https://t.co/RWi0anvydz Read more

24 Sep 2018

@IAM_magazine Doesn’t seem much if it leads to the invalidation of a patent that is being asserted against multiple companies. S… https://t.co/rAfmtLTNgU Read more

24 Sep 2018

@IAM_magazine Another stimulating day of cutting-edge IP strategy debate at #CIPFORUM 2018 and another stunning Gothenburg sunset! https://t.co/O5wRJV5t6A Read more

24 Sep 2018

@IAM_magazine RT @rrs711: Iancu at IPO Annual: Section 101 caselaw "mushes up" the sections 101, 102, and 103. Bingo! Read more

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Litigation

The world's top IP dealmakers and value creators identified – part three

Inside Apple’s negotiations with a Chinese patent owner on the war path

Latest

PTAB reforms latest move by PTO to tackle Board’s “perception problem”

At IAM event DOJ antitrust chief throws spotlight back onto SEP licensing

The rise of biosimilars and the future of healthcare intellectual property

Trade war escalation won’t curb intra-Chinese patent conflict

News

Chinese biotech patents fail to make mark, more litigation for AbbVie, AIDS Heath Foundation appeals to SCOTUS and much more

Chinese firm’s rare victory in trade secrets case holds lessons for other defendants

The EPO should rule on SEPs, say top European auto patent players

SK Hynix bolsters patent holdings, buying two portfolios

Analysis

Patent groups respond to proposed increases in USPTO fees

The Supreme Court’s continuing fascination with patent law

Philips DVD case is a missed opportunity for India

Swedish eye tracking leader sues to curb Chinese upstart

Insights

Supreme Court shakes up the PTAB, while new USPTO head sends strong pro-patent signals

Rollercoaster ride for SEP owners continues through 2017

A round-up of IP-related quotes, observations and opinions from the recent past …

Trump hones in on China, but would do well to look closer to home

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SK Hynix bolsters patent holdings, buying two portfolios

The EPO should rule on SEPs, say top European auto patent players

How the Supreme Court’s newest justice has impacted patent law

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