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Academic Freedom Under Siege: Intellectual Property at Risk
- 04.29.2025
Authored by Babak Akhlaghi on April 25, 2025. Federal funding has played a critical role in advancing academic innovations since the mid-20th century. This relationship was further cemented in 1980 with the Bayh-Dole Act, which allowed universities to retain ownership of their federally funded inventions. […]
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Unlocking Wealth: Tokenizing Intellectual Property Now
- 04.20.2025
Authored by Babak Akhlaghi on April 12, 2025. One of the fundamental flaws in traditional IP frameworks is how difficult it is to monetize them. This is natural due to their intangible nature. How can you sell something you can’t see? Nevertheless, IP is arguably […]
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AI Advancements May Soon Diminish the Value of Many Patents
- 03.28.2025
Authored by Babak Akhlaghi on March 28, 2025. I’ve watched with growing fascination as artificial intelligence transforms nearly every sector of our economy. But as someone deeply immersed in patent law, I’m particularly struck by how AI is forcing us to reexamine fundamental assumptions that […]
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Fair Use and the Future of AI Development
- 03.05.2025
By Babak Akhlaghi on February 28, 2025. I have been watching Adobe’s “commercially safe” approach to AI with particular interest. Their Firefly Video Model represents more than just another generative AI tool—it signals a fundamental shift in how intellectual property will shape the future of […]
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Filing Date Defines Prior Art Status of Published Patent Applications
- 01.24.2025
By Babak Akhlaghi on January 24, 2025. Understanding when a published patent application qualifies as prior art is critical in patent disputes. A recent case, Lynk Labs, Inc. v. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Case No. 23-2346 (Fed. Cir. Jan. 14, 2025) (Prost, Lourie, Stark, JJ.), serves […]
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Safeguarding Your Idea: Essential Pitching Tips for Success
- 07.11.2024
By Babak Akhlaghi on July 11, 2024. Pitching an idea can be a thrilling yet daunting task. It’s a chance to share your innovation with potential investors, partners, or clients. However, there’s a risk involved: how do you ensure your idea remains yours? This article aims […]
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Maximizing Your Business with IP Strategy
- 05.03.2024
By Babak Akhlaghi on May 3, 2024. In the competitive business landscape, an effective IP strategy is crucial. It safeguards your innovations and gives you a competitive edge. But what exactly is an IP strategy? It’s a plan that helps manage and leverage your intellectual […]
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Navigating the USPTO Patent Assignment Search: A Comprehensive Guide
- 03.29.2024
By Babak Akhlaghi on March 28, 2024. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is a pivotal institution in the realm of intellectual property, playing a crucial role in protecting the innovations that fuel progress. Among its varied services, the USPTO patent assignment search stands […]
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Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights – Part 1
- 12.16.2020
In this video, we’re going to provide a brief introduction to intellectual property rights with a particular focus on copyrights. Please make sure you stay until the end of this video, where we’ll share a tip on how to protect your copyright.
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