March 11th, 2025, marked a seismic shift in India’s pharmaceutical landscape. With the patent expiry of Jardiance (empagliflozin)—a blockbuster anti-diabetic drug originally developed by Boehringer Ingelheim—the gates opened for generic manufacturers to enter the market. And enter they did, in full force. Almost overnight, major Indian pharmaceutical players such as Mankind Pharma and Lupin rolled […]
Read moreThe Indian Patent Office has released the Draft Guidelines for Examination of Computer-Related Inventions (CRI), 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of India’s intellectual property framework. This release is expected to have far-reaching implications for innovators, software developers, and stakeholders in the tech industry, as it attempts to bring clarity and structure to […]
Read moreAI, Intellectual Property, and the DeepSeek Controversy In the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence, the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has drawn global attention—particularly concerning the talent and intellectual property (IP) behind its success. DeepSeek’s rise is closely linked to Microsoft Research Asia, which has long been a hub for AI innovation in […]
Read moreAs artificial intelligence (AI) and biometric technology converge, safeguarding biometric data as intellectual property (IP) has become more crucial than ever. Biometrics—such as fingerprints, facial features, and voice patterns—play a fundamental role in modern security systems, spanning personal devices, border controls, and financial transactions. However, while these unique identifiers offer advanced protection, they also present […]
Read moreApple Inc., a global tech giant renowned for its innovative products and robust trademark portfolio, has lost a trademark opposition case against Seoul-based cybersecurity company Penta Security Systems Inc. The dispute centered around Penta Security’s attempt to register the trademark “Wapples” for its software and hardware products under Class 9, which encompasses a broad range […]
Read moreBeyoncé’s decade-long legal pursuit to trademark her daughter Blue Ivy’s name has finally come to a victorious conclusion. What began as a simple application in 2012 culminated in a landmark decision by the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). This case underscores the complexities of trademark registration and highlights the importance of securing intellectual property […]
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