Exclusive Rights: Patents offer exclusive rights, allowing startups a limited monopoly for their covered innovations, which is instrumental in establishing a market foothold. Legal Protection: Patents ...

“The tension between patents and trade dress protection is most evident when the alleged trade dress (or aspects thereof) has been disclosed in a utility patent.” Patents and trademarks protect ...

USPTO Director Squires’s 2025 policies encourage more use of evidence-based SMEDs to challenge patent rejections, especially for AI and advanced tech. This shift aims to make patenting easier and ...

Product designs often serve as the cornerstone of a brand’s identity, evoking instant recognition and loyalty among consumers. From the iconic silhouette of Coca-Cola’s glass bottle to the distinctive ...

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Washington got one right for a change. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s proposed new “One Challenge” rule may finally ...

When reality television and entrepreneurship intertwine, shows like ‘Shark Tank’ and the UK’s equivalent ‘Dragons’ Den’ come to mind. Both programs involve aspiring entrepreneurs pitching (hopefully) ...

Dongguo Liang of Liu, Shen & Associates says DeepSeek should take swift action to address ‘insufficient planning’ in its intellectual property protection strategy and an ‘underdeveloped’ patent ...

International competition is increasing daily. Competitors are nimble and quick to copy, and customers are demanding and looking for the best price. Brand name and personal relationships still carry ...