Patent Ownership and Assignment in India: What the IIT Bombay Case Tells Inventors and Research Institutions
Who owns an invention developed within a university or research institution – the individual inventor or the institution? The answer cannot safely be determined merely by asking who conceived the invention, who supervised the research, or whose facilities were used. Patent ownership can turn on the institution’s intellectual property policy, the status of the researcher, […]
Delhi High Court on Section 14 Patent Hearings: Why a Pre-Grant Opposition Hearing Cannot Replace the Applicant’s Statutory Hearing
Patent prosecution and pre-grant opposition may concern the same patent application, and some of the objections raised in the two processes may overlap. Procedurally, however, they do not become one proceeding merely because they run alongside each other. The Delhi High Court has reinforced this distinction in Fresenius Kabi Ipsum SRL v. The Assistant Controller […]
Global Patent Litigation Outlook 2024: Trends Transforming Innovation
In today’s technology-driven market, overlapping or similar patents are common, often exposing companies to the risk of patent litigation. Understanding global trends in patent litigation enables businesses to remain vigilant and competitive. As markets grow increasingly interconnected and acceleration in technological advancements, disputes related to patents are becoming more complex and broad. Therefore, analyzing the […]
The Rise of Patent Monetization Strategies in the Digital Age
In today’s rapidly evolving digital economy, intellectual property (IP) has become a critical asset for businesses. Among the various forms of IP, patents hold a special place as they grant exclusive rights to inventions, often giving companies a competitive edge in the market. Traditionally, patents were primarily used as defensive tools to protect innovations from […]
Emerging Markets and the Shift in Global Patent Filings
The landscape of global patent filings is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid economic growth and technological advancement in emerging markets. Traditionally dominated by the United States, Europe, and Japan, the global patent system is now witnessing a shift towards countries like China, India, Brazil, and other emerging economies. This shift is reshaping […]