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Embrace IP disruption or get left behind

The launch of the Unified Patent Court today is the latest development in a revolutionary period that is only just getting started and from which there is no escape

UPC launch is a pivotal moment for European and global patent strategy

But today is the start of a long process before the significance of the new system is fully revealed

‘Showdown’: Sonos wins $32.5 million verdict from Google

Big verdict news is always interesting, but especially so here since the competitor battle followed US District Judge William Alsup’s “gunfight at the OK Corral” patent case management procedure

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Masimo v Apple; mRNA battles; patent transactions data; latest Nokia injunction; IBM’s new CIPO; plus much more

Get ready for the new working week with a summary of all the stories posted on the IAM platform over the past seven days

16 April 2023

Delaware judge's inquisition is headed down a dangerous path

If Chief Judge Colm Connolly starts to force plaintiffs to reveal their litigation financiers’ investors, there’s a risk funding will dry up for deserving patent holders

15 April 2023

IPBC Europe day two key highlights

EPO patent quality, innovative licensing deals and communicating to your CFO were all topics under scrutiny on the final day of our event in Paris

14 April 2023

Meet the new leader of IBM’s IP monetisation team

Charles Varvaro has big shoes to fill, but his relationships in the industry and business strategy acumen are up to the task

14 April 2023

Madras High Court’s new IP division opens doors

What you need to know about India’s second IP division and its impact on rights holders

14 April 2023

Chinese mega-manufacturer TCL signs with Via Licensing

The company is the world’s third-largest television manufacturer and its AAC pool licence covers 30 million global products – including TVs, smartphones and tablets

13 April 2023

Bristol-Myers Squibb and Dana-Farber settle landmark dispute

Here's what you should know about the parties’ long-running battle over lucrative immuno-therapy patents

13 April 2023

On both sides of the Atlantic, patent policy is dictated by deep pockets not evidence

In the US and Europe, immensely wealthy businesses that use technology created by others to drive their profits have succeeded in tilting the playing field in their favour

13 April 2023

IAM’s top takeaways from day one of IPBC Europe 2023

We reflect on what we heard about SEP licensing, mediation, trade secrets and the UPC from industry leaders

12 April 2023

Nokia wins German injunction against Vivo, mirroring Oppo dispute

The Finnish company enjoys more success in Europe, but Asia will play a major role in determining the outcomes of its two ongoing spats

12 April 2023

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