The SpicyIP TV Podcast SS Edn: Ep 04 with Ms. Chetali Rao In this 4th episode of the SpicyIP Podcast Summer School Edition, I got the opportunity to speak with Ms. Chetali Rao (detailed bio below), a seasoned lawyer and multifaceted industry expert who is now working with civil society. The workshop that she conducted on behalf of Third World Network (TWN) during her time at the Summer School gave a hands-on-experience into Patent searches, while also  igniting curiosity and interest among the students in understanding civil society better.  In this episode, […]
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How to File a Patent in the USA and Internationally: A Complete Guide In today’s global innovation economy, filing a patent is essential for protecting inventions, attracting investors, and maintaining a competitive edge. Whether you’re an inventor, startup, or multinational company, understanding the patent filing process in the USA and internationally is crucial for securing exclusive rights to your innovation. For expert patent support, consult IIPRD – a […]
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Professor Takes 'Rapunzel' TM Case To Supreme Court A law professor seeking to challenge a "Rapunzel" trademark as a consumer of fairy-tale toy characters has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to hear her out after the Federal Circuit upheld a finding that she lacked standing because her alleged injury wasn't commercial in nature.
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Smart Thermostat Makers Keep PTAB, ITC Wins At Fed. Circ. Causam Enterprises owns the electrical utilities control patent it has accused ecobee and others of infringing with smart thermostats, but the patent is not valid, the Federal Circuit concluded Wednesday in a pair of precedential opinions.
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Justices Told PTAB Has No Business Reviewing Expired IP Gesture Technology Partners LLC urged the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday to consider whether the Patent Trial and Appeal Board can review expired patents, pushing back on arguments from the government and several tech giants that the justices have already ruled it can't.
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