IoT Laws – Internet of Things, Technology and IoT Laws – Insights by Patent Attorney

IoT Laws – Internet of Things, Technology and IoT Laws – Insights by Patent Attorney

Article source. IoT Patent Inventions IoT, or the Internet of Things, is bound to impact healthcare, consumer goods, education, industrial manufacturing and transportation at an unexpected pace and to counter next-gen legal issues, proactive technology lawyers, international patent attorneys and strategic advisors are required to update their knowledge and skills regularly. Get in touch now … Continue reading

Using Patents to Create Intellectual Property Assets

Using Patents to Create Intellectual Property Assets

Investing in creation of intellectual capital during initial stages results in valuable intellectual property (IP). Such IP can be monetised by way of B2B licensing and technology transfer, thereby creating additional revenue streams. IP portfolio usually comprises patents, trademarks, copyrights, designs and trade secrets, collectively contributing towards intellectual capital of the business. Article source

Patent News and Technology Law Updates – 2014 – July 05

Article source: http://wp.me/p4a35Q-4G On June 12, 2014, Tesla announced a bold move of opening up its patents. Tesla’s press releasstates, “Yesterday, there was a wall of Tesla patents in the lobby of our Palo Alto headquarters. That is no longer the case. They have been removed, in the spirit of the open source movement.”   Full blog … Continue reading

Internet Law: Website Terms, Contract Law and Consumer Rights – Flipkart vs eBay vs Amazon

Internet Law: Website Terms, Contract Law and Consumer Rights – Flipkart vs eBay vs Amazon

Original article source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-NS Few weeks back, this article was shared across various platforms: Flipkart screwed me over: Here’s how they could stick it to you as well This prompted us to analyse Flipkart’s terms and conditions. Website Terms, Contract Law and Consumer Rights – Bermuda Triangle of e-commerce, Flipkart vs eBay vs Amazon Originally published … Continue reading

M&A Review: Nokia Microsoft Deal & Smartphone Patents – Summary & Differences with Google Motorola Deal

M&A Review: Nokia Microsoft Deal & Smartphone Patents – Summary & Differences with Google Motorola Deal

Original article source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-NM Nokia Microsoft Deal & Smartphone Patents – Summary & Differences with Google Motorola Deal Brief facts and analysis: Amount paid by Microsoft to Nokia: $ 7.2 Billion / Є 5.44 Billion Acquisition includes: Nokia’s Devices & Services business Mobile Phones and Smart Devices business units Industry-leading design team Operations: Nokia Devices & … Continue reading

Brand Protection Strategy | Prevent Counterfeiting & Piracy | Legal Procedure in India | Case Study: FMCG & Pharmaceuticals – Published by LIMA, the Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association

Brand Protection Strategy | Prevent Counterfeiting & Piracy | Legal Procedure in India | Case Study: FMCG & Pharmaceuticals – Published by LIMA, the Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association

Original article source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-Nu Brand Protection Strategy | Prevent Counterfeiting & Piracy | Legal Procedure in India | Case Study: FMCG & Pharmaceuticals Summary Comprehensive brand protection program required along with tech-based solutions to reduce counterfeiting and piracy Counterfeiting and piracy result in huge losses for industries (FMCG) Proper enforcement of intellectual Property Rights (IPR) necessary … Continue reading

Patent Search & Technology Research: Mobile Applications Medical and Healthcare Sector, mHealth Applications: Current Patent Scenario

Article Source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-Np Mobile Applications Medical and Healthcare Sector, mHealth Applications: Current Patent Scenario If you need business advisory services, you can refer to our Business Accelerator (TechCorpCapital), our law firm (TechCorpLegal) and our tech business consultancy (Tech Corp International Consultants, Singapore). For technology specific advisory, you can refer to our premium service offerings for Mobile … Continue reading

Infographic: Nokia Microsoft Deal vs. Google Motorola – Comparison of Patents

Infographic: Nokia Microsoft Deal vs. Google Motorola – Comparison of Patents

Original Source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-Ni If you need business advisory services, you can refer to our Business Accelerator (TechCorpCapital), our law firm (TechCorpLegal) and our tech business consultancy (Tech Corp International Consultants, Singapore). For technology specific advisory, you can refer to our premium service offerings for Mobile Applications, Social Media & Cyber Laws (CyberCorpLegal) and Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Food … Continue reading

Breast Cancer Patents Research – Myriad Genetics in US | Trastuzumab in India | Angelina Jolie’s Mastectomy

Breast Cancer Patents Research – Myriad Genetics in US | Trastuzumab in India | Angelina Jolie’s Mastectomy

Article Source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-MD Breast Cancer – Patents Executive Summary Introduction Breast cancer is a malignancy that effects women across the world and is most prevalent among various types of cancers. Patents are jurisdiction specific exclusive rights that are sought by innovators across various technological fields. However, patent rights become questionable and debatable when these are sought … Continue reading

LCD (LED) TV War: Sony vs. (LG + Samsung + Videocon) – FTA (Free Trade Agreement) Debate

Article Source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-Ml LCD (LED) TV War: Sony vs. (LG + Samsung + Videocon) – FTA (Free Trade Agreement) Debate Issue – Disagreement over FTA (Free Trade Agreement) LG, Samsung and Videocon, major players of consumer electronics, have left the competitive rivalries behind and are now collectively putting pressure on the government to stop their … Continue reading

Genetically Engineered Crop Patents – Economic Times Publication – “Monsanto’s Climate Resilient Crop Patent Rejection by IPAB”

Genetically Engineered Crop Patents – Economic Times Publication – “Monsanto’s Climate Resilient Crop Patent Rejection by IPAB”

Original Source of Article: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-LX Recently, our views were published in The Economic Times regarding Monsanto’s patent rejection order passed by Intellectual Property Appellate Board (IPAB). A copy of order may be seen here: Intellectual Property Appellate Board, Chennai – Orders – Monsanto  A copy of Monsanto’s International Patent publication titled “Methods for enhancing stress tolerance in … Continue reading

Legal Guide and Tips for Startups: “Why FoodieBay was renamed to Zomato” | Avoid Legal Mistakes

Originally published at: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2013/07/02/law-for-startups/ Recently, our law firm’s partner Rahul Dev was invited to become a mentor at SMB Connect. After speaking at their Delhi event recently, he was really impressed by their initiative and agreed to their proposal. So here is the first article as written by him and published by SMB. Feel free to leave … Continue reading

Free e-Book of Legal Audit: Internet & Cyber Laws for Website | Checklist: Do’s & Don’ts while doing Web (Internet) Based Business

Website Legal Audit Introduction With the ever changing advent of Internet law, it is very crucial to ensure the legal compliance of a website and get it audited from an internet lawyer. Various components of a website, including, Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Legal Disclaimer, should be in compliance with the recent legal regulations. … Continue reading

Website Legal Audit: How to Perform Legal Audit of Your Website | Role of Internet Lawyer (Law Firm)

Website Legal Audit Source: http://bit.ly/16pt21a Introduction With the ever changing advent of Internet law, it is very crucial to ensure the legal compliance of a website and get it audited from an internet lawyer. Various components of a website, including, Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy and Legal Disclaimer, should be in compliance with the recent legal … Continue reading

Mobile Applications & Mobile App Development in Singapore | Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012 & Cloud Control

Mobile Applications & Mobile App Development in Singapore | Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2012 & Cloud Control

Source: http://bit.ly/Ypigo6 A software program that can be downloaded and accessed directly using a phone or a mobile device, like a tablet, is generally known as Mobile Application (or Mobile App). From the perspective of mobile app developers, mobile applications form an important part of the booming mobile segment, which has gained tremendous momentum due to … Continue reading

Touch Patent Analysis | Panasonic Lets You Edit Photos on TV with Touch Pen #2013CES | Panasonic’s TOUCH SCREEN DEVICE Patent

Touch Patent Analysis | Panasonic Lets You Edit Photos on TV with Touch Pen #2013CES | Panasonic’s TOUCH SCREEN DEVICE Patent

Source: http://techcorpgroup.com/Singapore/panasonic-lets-you-edit-photos-on-tv-with-touch-pen-2013ces-panasonics-touch-screen-device-patent/ Panasonic Lets You Edit Photos on TV with Touch Pen #2013CES | Panasonic’s TOUCH SCREEN DEVICE Patent As published by Mashable, at 2013CES, Panasonic showed off a new vision of the second screen, introducing new ways your phone or tablet can interact with what you’re watching on TV. In short, Panasonic revealed a new … Continue reading

LG’s 55-inch OLED HD TV at CES 2013, Las Vegas #2013CES | Analysis of OLED Patents owned by LG

LG’s 55-inch OLED HD TV at CES 2013, Las Vegas #2013CES | Analysis of OLED Patents owned by LG

Article Source: http://techcorpgroup.com/Singapore/lgs-55-inch-oled-hd-tv-at-ces-2013-las-vegas-2013ces-analysis-of-oled-patents-owned-by-lg/ LG’s 55-inch OLED HD TV at CES 2013, Las Vegas #2013CES | Analysis of OLED Patents owned by LG LG has recently announced at CES in Las Vegas that it would launch the long-awaited OLED TV into the U.S. market this March, for a suggested retail price of $12,000. In addition to OLED, LG … Continue reading

iPhone Mobile App Analysis: iPhone 5’s and iOS 6’s Passbook App | Overview of Passbook Patent | Apple’s iWallet | Mobile Payment Patent Trends

iPhone Mobile App Analysis: iPhone 5’s and iOS 6’s Passbook App | Overview of Passbook Patent | Apple’s iWallet | Mobile Payment Patent Trends

Article Source: http://techcorpgroup.com/Singapore/iphone-5s-and-ios-6s-passbook-app-overview-of-passbook-patent-apples-iwallet-mobile-payment-patent-trends/ iPhone 5’s and iOS 6’s Passbook App | Overview of Passbook Patent | Apple’s iWallet | Mobile Payment Patent Trends When Apple announced iOS 6 and iPhone 5 in 2012, among all the features revealed, the Passbook app is one of the most relevant features for potential marketing. In simpler terms, it’s a … Continue reading

Doing Business in India | India Business Entity Types | India Business Guide

Doing Business in India | India Business Entity Types | India Business Guide

  Doing Business in India | India Business Entity Types | India Business Guide Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2013/01/03/doing-business-in-india-india-business-entity-types-india-business-guide/ India at present is one of the fastest growing economies in the world. Globalization and liberalization have been facilitating the growth of India. Following is a tour of different business entities in India, their overview, advantages and disadvantages as … Continue reading

Doing Business in India | Incorporating Company in India | India Business Guide

Doing Business in India | Incorporating Company in India | India Business Guide Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2013/01/02/doing-business-in-india-incorporating-company-in-india-india-business-guide/ Although India’s economic growth is unlikely to cross 6 per cent during the current fiscal due to the global uncertainties, it is still an extremely attractive place for foreign investors due to its higher disposable incomes, rising middle class, investment friendly … Continue reading

Patent Basics: How to Read a Patent | Flash of Genius

Patent Basics: How to Read a Patent | Flash of Genius

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/12/30/patent-basics-how-to-read-a-patent-flash-of-genius/ Patent Basics: How to Read a Patent | Flash of Genius One of the benefits of working in the field of patents is being able to enjoy certain movies that others may find boring. A prominent example may be “Flash of Genius”. It is a biography of Dr. Robert Kearns, inventor of the … Continue reading

Marina Mandarin Singapore: Singapore’s first hotel to use fully integrated mobile technology | Digital Food Menu Patents

Marina Mandarin Singapore: Singapore’s first hotel to use fully integrated mobile technology | Digital Food Menu Patents

Article Source: http://techcorpgroup.com/Singapore/marina-mandarin-singapore-singapores-first-hotel-to-use-fully-integrated-mobile-technology-digital-food-menu-patents/ Digital Food Menus Customer satisfaction and order accuracy are the two main motives of a restaurant. Basically to manage this data, digital menus are introduced for betterment of business and convenience of customers. With the advancements in technology and increase in smartphone and tablet market penetration, Singapore’s hotel Marina Mandarin is the first … Continue reading

MasterCard’s ‘Display Card’ Technology, a first for Singapore: Financial Transaction Payments Patents

MasterCard’s ‘Display Card’ Technology, a first for Singapore: Financial Transaction Payments Patents

Article Source: http://wp.me/p2Vca6-y1 Recently, in Singapore, MasterCard Worldwide, in collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank Singapore, unveiled Singapore’s first interactive payment card, or security token card, which uses MasterCard’s Display Card technology, announcing the next generation of payment cards. NagraID Security has manufactured a MasterCard Display Card which is similar in appearance to any other credit … Continue reading

Patents in Malaysia: Intellectual Property Guide for Filing Patents in Malaysia

Patents in Malaysia: Intellectual Property Guide for Filing Patents in Malaysia

Article Source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-DG Patents in Malaysia are governed by Intellectual Property Cooperation of Malaysia (MyIPO). Industries, corporations and individual researchers (inventors) involved in R & D (research and development) in Malaysia regularly seek professional services of technically qualified industrial patent experts for supporting research and development activities, patent consultancy, technology transfer, patent strategy, franchising, patent … Continue reading

International Patent Application and Prior Art Search: India | International Searching Authority ISA | PCT Patents| Entry to National Phase before Indian Intellectual Property Patent Office | Free Patent Search Tech Corp Legal LLP

International Patent Application and Prior Art Search: India | International Searching Authority ISA | PCT Patents| Entry to National Phase before Indian Intellectual Property Patent Office | Free Patent Search Tech Corp Legal LLP

Article Source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-DL Filing PCT International Patent Application under PCT National Phase in India by Foreign Patent Applicants International Patent Applications Patent applicants should note that patent protection is territorial in nature. Every country has its own patent protection system, and no international or national authority can grant a patent enforceable in any other country. … Continue reading

PCT Patent Application Filing in India

PCT Patent Application Filing in India

Filing PCT Patent Application and Patent Registration in India Law Firm Filing National Phase Patent PCT Application and Patent Registration in India Law Firm Article source: http://wp.me/p2PCVq-DS http://gipresearch.org/patent_research/index.php/patent-research-services/patent-filing-prosecution/pct-application-patent-foreign-filing-indian-attorney Foreign Patent applicants and inventor s can enter the national phase PCT patent application in India after filing their corresponding patent application before WIPO anytime within 31 … Continue reading

Top Tech Startup Hubs in the World | Tech Startup Patents | Startup Genome Research

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/10/15/tech-startups-patents-uspto/ There are many countries attracting a significant number of start-ups and they are expanding and constructing themselves to support the influx of business and culture. Within United States, San Francisco is the obvious choice for many but New York has also been in discussion lately. Boston and Los Angeles are also in … Continue reading

Business Consultant in Singapore | Branding the Startups | Business Plan Consultant | Internet Law Attorney for Website Agreements and Contracts

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/10/14/business-in-singapore-branding-the-startups-web-design-contracts-agreement/ Singapore Business Guide Tech Corp International Consultants Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore based business consultancy company focusing on entrepreneurs who are exploring to start a new business by incorporating a company in Singapore. Through a strong network of our business associates in Singapore, we provide a diverse range of services, including, Singapore company … Continue reading

USPTO Satellite Patent Office in Detroit | Patent Attorney and Patent Law Firm in India | Starting a New Business in Detroit

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/10/13/patent-attorney-in-detroit/ Detroit is a great place to start and operate a business if someone is looking to start a business and realize the American dream. It is well known that economy of Detroit plays a key role in strengthening the economy of Michigan and the United States. Detroit is known as the automotive … Continue reading

Due Diligence Guide: Buying a New Business and Investment in New Venture

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/10/09/due-diligence-for-buying-a-new-business-and-investment-in-new-venture/ Determination for buying a business can be broadly divided into three main categories – Legal, financial and operational. The most important of the three is OPERATIONAL. The business is expected to function as per the purchaser’s needs; this function is ensured by the operational part. The transfer of a business may cause … Continue reading

The Dilemma for Entrepreneurs and Startups: To Patent or Not to Patent | The Curious Case of Patents

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/10/04/the-curious-case-of-patents-to-patent-or-not-to-patent-entrepreneurs-dilemma/ A patent is the grant of a right to an inventor by the patent office that gives the holder the legal right to exclude others from making, using, or selling the invention in that particular country. The patent law generally allows patents relating to any new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or … Continue reading

LAW FIRM IN INDIA: GUIDE TO OFFSHORE OUTSOURCING TO INDIA, POSSIBLE LEGAL ISSUES

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/09/30/guide-to-offshore-outsourcing-to-india-possible-legal-issues-and-law-firm-in-india/ OFFSHORE OUTSOURCING The practice of engaging an external organization for performing in a country where the products or services are not developed or manufactured is termed as “Offshore Outsourcing”. The business is performed by a foreign country in a foreign country. Sending work overseas with higher wages reduces the country’s own domestic … Continue reading

Infographic: The High Cost of HIPAA Violations

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/09/26/infographic-the-high-cost-of-hipaa-violations/ The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was instituted in order to protect the personal health information held by covered entities, including doctors, pharmacies and health insurance companies. A HIPAA violation can cost an individual or entity millions of dollars in fines and can even land those responsible in prison. In … Continue reading

Latest Technology & Patent Trends: Regenerative Medicine

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/09/23/latest-technology-patent-trends-regenerative-medicine/ Regenerative medicine is an upcoming technology field that may be capable of repairing and replacing damaged cells, tissues, and organs by using those that are specially grown. This technology has evolved by the combined efforts of scientists belonging to a diverse range of expertise, including, biology, genetics, physiology, nanotechnology, and pharmacology. Generally, … Continue reading

Infographic How students can solve the problem of Unemployment by Entrepreneurship | Case Study: Student Employment Gap in US

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/09/20/how-students-can-solve-the-problem-of-unemployment-by-entrepreneurship-case-study-student-employment-gap-in-us/ As per a recent report, U.S. employers added 96,000 jobs in August, a figure that points to the economy’s persistent weakness and slowing prospects for the unemployed. As it may be seen, the unemployment rate declined in August, but not for a good reason as the US government doesn’t count people as unemployed … Continue reading

PATENT TUTORIALS: Basics of PATENTS: Types of Patents, Patent Searches & Patent Application

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/09/17/patent-tutorials-basics-of-patents-types-of-patents-patent-searches-patent-application/ PATENT TUTORIALS Why is a Patent search required? There are many reasons to perform a patent search. The most obvious reason to perform the patent search is to know if the invention can be patented or has been already patented. The other reasons for performing a patent search are listed below: To make … Continue reading

Infographic: APP LAW: Mobile & Software Applications, Patents & Legal Issues [Software Patents | Business Method Patents]

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Blog_Technology_Law_Business_Research/2012/09/08/infographic-app-law-mobile-software-applications-patents-legal-issues/ Visit our Business Blog homepage: http://research.techcorplegal.com/ International Technology Business & Patent Law Firm in India: Patent Drafting, Patent Searching, Patent Filing in India, PCT National Phase Filings in India: http://www.techcorplegal.com/ International Business & Management Company in Singapore: Starting a Business in Singapore: http://www.techcorpgroup.com/ By Rahul Dev  We regularly update our Facebook page and share similar … Continue reading

Apple iPhone5: Disappointment, Expected Pricing & Threat of Potential Patent Litigation [Infographic]

Mashable’s Comparison of iPhone 5 with competitors (Samsung, Motorola, Nokia): http://mashable.com/2012/09/12/iphone-5-compared/#879758-7   Korea Times Report regarding Samsung’s Potential Patent Litigation Threat: http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/nation/2012/09/182_119602.html    Visit our Business Blog homepage: http://research.techcorplegal.com/ By Rahul Dev  We regularly update our Facebook page and share similar stories on Twitter. You can also check out our premium service offerings for Mobile Applications, Social Media & Cyber … Continue reading

BASICS OF DRAFTING A PATENT APPLICATION

BASICS OF DRAFTING A PATENT APPLICATION Article source: http://techcorplegal.com/Startup_Business/Blog/drafting_patent.html Writing a patent application is a skillful task for a patent attorney. However, while drafting the patent application the most important section of the patent application are the patent claims. The patent attorney has to perform numerous in-house quality checks to ascertain that all the patent claim elements and features of … Continue reading

Patent Research Guide For Inventors

Patent Research Guide For Inventors What is a Patent? A patent grant is territorial in nature. The patent is allocated through the government to an inventor and the inventor or the patent applicant is assigned the rights to exclude others for for 20 years from patent priority date from making, using or selling the invention in … Continue reading

Ethical & Regulatory Issues in Conducting Clinical Trials in India: Amendment to Drug Trials Rules

Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Startup_Business/Blog/drug_trials_in_india.html In recent years, India has made a name for itself in the international pharmaceutical arena as a preferred destination for leading global companies to conduct clinical trials and there exists a basic regulatory regime governing the conduct of clinical trials. In due course of time, adequate knowledge of good clinical practice (GCP) … Continue reading

Patent Expirations & Biosimilar Drug Regulations In Pharmaceutical Industry: Regulatory Guidelines in India

Patent Expiration & Biosimilar Drug Regulations In Pharmaceutical Industry: Regulatory Guidelines in India Article Source: http://techcorplegal.com/Startup_Business/Blog/biosimilars_regulatory.html Earlier this year, in Feb. 2012, FDA issued draft guidance on biosimilar product development, and The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which was signed into law by President Obama on March 23, 2010, amended the Public Health Service Act to create … Continue reading