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Non-fungible tokens are the latest fashion in the cyber world. Building on blockchain technology, NFTs may be a new way to exploit intellectual property rights.
The number of patent applications for inventions relating to Artificial Intelligence “AI” is growing fast! But, can artificial intelligence be patented at the European Patent Office? The answer is both yes... and no.
Intellectual Property is a key aspect to consider for SMEs looking to develop and, if used correctly, can be a tool to grow and protect a business. However, the types and scope of protection of different forms of IP are frequently confused and misunderstood. This lack of understanding, along with the frequently prohibitive costs of certain forms of IP, is often the cause of businesses neglecting actual and potential IP rights that could be hugely beneficial. Nevertheless, there are a number of options for UK SMEs to help them develop and utilise their IP.
As of 1st March 2023, the latest version of the EPO Guidelines for Examination have entered into force. In addition to a number of minor changes, such as the provisions for drawings and debiting procedures, the Guidelines have been amended to take into account some significant changes in European patent practice over the last year.
The EPO has announced a set of fee increases effective on 1 April 2023.
From April this year, reforms to the R&D tax-credit schemes become effective. For some, the changes will be welcomed but others will find they lose out on tax-savings in an economy with ever increasing costs. At Wynne-Jones IP, we’re delighted to offer entrepreneurs, start-ups and SME’S a bit of extra help where it’s needed most. We offer a unique service, the Pioneer’s Platform, that helps businesses secure their first patent application at an affordable cost.
Wynne-Jones IP are delighted to announce Cheltenham Open Door as it’s nominated charity for 2023. The charity, which operates from two locations in Cheltenham, support vulnerable, disadvantaged and lonely people.
It isn’t just sales that get hit. Reputations do too. Alarmingly, many consumers simply do not realise they bought a fake. Even if they do, they think it must be the same product, simply wearing different clothes. Counterfeit and copycat products are often inferior quality and often fail to meet safety standards, but consumers may not realise this and associate poor quality with the genuine article.
The Agreement of the UPC will now commence on 1 June 2023, and not the previously indicated 1 April 2023.
The marking and webmarking of patented products is one of the easiest wins in terms of optimising the benefits and protection given by your patent. However, all too often it is either completely overlooked or not done properly. This article explains why you should take marking and webmarking seriously, and how you go about doing it.