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What Happens If You Don’t Patent Your Idea?
- 03.08.2024
In the world of innovation and invention, the question of whether to patent an idea is a crucial one. At the core of this decision is the need to protect your intellectual property and ensure that your hard work and creativity are safeguarded. But what […]
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USPTO Updates Guidance on Obviousness Rejection: Flexibility is Key
- 03.05.2024
By Babak Akhlaghi on March 4, 2024. To secure a patent, an invention must be both novel and non-obvious. While demonstrating novelty is relatively straightforward—simply proving that the invention doesn’t exist in any previous patents or publications—the test for obviousness presents a greater challenge. Applicants […]
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In the World of AI-assisted Innovation, the Human Touch Remains Paramount
- 02.17.2024
By Babak Akhlaghi on February 17, 2024. On October 30, 2023, an Executive Order by President Biden mandated the USPTO to, within 120 days, publish comprehensive guidance for both patent examiners and applicants on the subject of inventorship and the use of AI, including generative […]
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“Pre-Prosecution Pilot”
- 01.29.2024
By Babak Akhlaghi on January 5, 2024. On December 21, 2023, The United States Patent and Trademark Office launched a new program called the “Pre-Prosecution Pilot” to assist first-time inventors. This program aims to help these inventors to assess the strength of their invention and […]
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Fast-Track Your Semiconductor Innovations with USPTO’s Pilot Program
- 12.08.2023
By Babak Akhlaghi on December 8, 2023. In my previous post, I walked you through the typical journey of a patent application, from its inception to the examination phase. As I mentioned, due to a backlog at the USPTO, it can take a couple of […]
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The Grammar Secret: the Article “a” Still Signifies ‘One or More,’ but Requires a Single Component Executing All Functions”
- 05.02.2023
In Salazar v. AT&T Mobility LLC, the Federal Circuit held that the wording “a microprocessor” does not require there to be only one microprocessor in an open ended claim; however, subsequent limitations referring to “said microprocessor” require at least one microprocessor to be capable of […]
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If TikTok Is Banned in the U.S., What Happens to Its Patents?
- 03.28.2023
In this video, we’re going to take a look at what would happen if TikTok was banned in the U.S. and how its patents would be affected.
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USPTO Launches CI2 First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program
- 03.08.2023
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has introduced a new initiative called the Council for Inclusive Innovation (CI2) First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program. The program aims to promote innovation across communities in America by providing expedited initial feedback on patent applications filed by […]
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Going Green: USPTO Embraces Electronic Patent Grants to Save Paper and Costs
- 03.04.2023
Starting April 18, 2023, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will start giving out electronic patent grants that save paper instead of printed ones. They will still give a paper copy for a little while and then you can buy it for a small […]
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USPTO Eliminates Voluntary CLE Certification for Patent Practitioners – What You Need to Know
- 02.03.2023
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced a final rule that eliminates the existing provisions of 37 CFR part 11 relating to continuing legal education (CLE) certification and recognition for patent practitioners. This means that 37 CFR 11.11(a)(3), which provided registered patent […]
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