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Appian CEO calls for IP protection as AI regulation gaps persist

Matt Calkins said he is working with legislators to help shape rules that would require data source disclosures and consent from copyright owners.

Most opposed companies at the EPO 2023

The European Patent Office grants about 100,000 patents per year. The grant date opens a 9-month window in which third parties can file an opposition against the patent, and each year about 2-3% of European patents are contested in this way.

G2/21: Life after the decision

In G2/21, the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) clarified when a technical effect can be used to support the presence of an inventive step. Technical Boards of Appeal (TBAs) are now applying G2/21. However, said implementation has been far from harmonious. Here we summarise some key decisions outlining how the Boards have been assessing inventive step in the aftermath of G2/21.

Secerna Highlights IP Importance on “Why Small Business Matters” Podcast

The podcast covers IP protection, infringement, IP cost considerations and importantly for SME’s, how it can be used as a business asset.

Improve your chances of getting your patent granted at ex-parte oral proceedings

Following attempts to convince an examiner to grant your patent application, the arrival of a summons to oral proceedings can sometimes feel like a strong indicator to concede defeat and give up. After all, the European examiner has concluded that progress towards grant has stalled and wishes to bring the procedure to a close at an oral hearing.