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Copyright
New bill introduced to Congress would require full disclosure from companies ahead of generative AI models being released | USPTO also publishes further guidance on AI use in IP proceedings before the office. 11 April 2024
Diversity
The former US Federal Circuit judge is an inspirational figure in many spheres. She tells WIPR why, after all her plaudits, she’s just “a nerd who loves the law”. 10 April 2024
Patents
Tech giant asks appeals court to overturn import ban as ITC ‘overstepped authority and erred in rulings on Masimo patents’ | Apple accuses Masimo of applying for new patent claims to ‘ensnare’ Apple Watch. 8 April 2024
Patents
PTAB partially invalidates a google patent related to voice assistant technology | Decision could impact ITC and District Court dispute in smart speaker litigation campaign. 8 April 2024
Careers
Firm adds partner and senior counsel to Chicago office | Both bring experience with federal courts and the USPTO in commercial and IP litigation, trade secrets, antitrust, trademarks, unfair competition, and technology licensing matters | Moves follow the recent addition of two associates and of counsel in Washington, DC and LA. 4 April 2024
Trademarks
The UK’s biggest supermarket’s recent loss in its dispute with Lidl is ultimately a costly failed branding campaign. Richard May and Robyn Trigg of Osborne Clarke examine why, and explain how brands can avoid the same fate. 5 April 2024
Trade secrets
Space tourism company accused of refusing to destroy proprietary documents after business relationship ended | Boeing claims Virgin Galactic owes $25m for work on new jet carrier craft. 25 March 2024
Global Trade Secrets
Adopting a certain legal principle can narrow disputes and save significant costs in global litigation if the correct steps are taken, say Marko Zoretic and Nicholas Zovko of Knobbe Martens. 19 March 2024
Future of IP
Tech experts advise startups on routes to protect their IP at London tech event | AI, supply chain security, and freedom to operate discussed by senior IP heads and an investor | UK ‘should make every effort’ to reengage with the UPC to help the industry. 18 March 2024
Future of IP
The office’s executive director appears primed to face a tenure that could be marked by major changes—including the addition of SEPs, finds Muireann Bolger. 25 March 2024
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