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Alternatives to patent protection
When trying to protect valuable inventions, patents are often seen as the “gold standard”. However, in many cases, patent protection is unachievable or even not the best solution. This might be due to the inherent costs involved, the subject of the invention being excluded from patent protection or other business reasons. So what should you do in these scenarios?
US Inventor Declarations & Assignments
After a patent application has been filed, the inventor may be required to sign and submit various forms. What happens if this is several years into the patent process, and the inventor can no longer be reached to sign these forms? And what can you do now to prevent any complications from arising?
Cash in the attic?
Shadow Robot is a pioneer in next-generation robotic hands and their impressive array of clients include NASA, the European Space Agency, Hitachi, GlaxoSmithKline, Siemens and Beko. A whole host of universities join these notable clients and it’s amazing to think that the story of this world-class company began with a group of enthusiasts in an attic, where robotics was a fun challenge and commercial enterprise was not the original intention.
3D trade marks – The key trends, the success stories, and the future
Three dimensional (3D) trade marks have featured prominently in the news in recent years due to the coverage given to some of the world’s biggest companies, which have achieved great successes and failures in relation to registration in equal measure. Gareth Jenkins and Don Pennant at leading intellectual property firm Wynne Jones IP, discuss why an investment in a 3D trade marks can provide unparalleled commercial benefits and industry success. However, caution is advised, and any potential owner should thoroughly research previous cases before making any application, so that a clear and realistic expectation of the scope of rights obtained can be considered.
Ten Big Brands: Welsh Food Sector
Establishing a strong brand is pivotal to business success and protecting that brand is equally important. A brand’s intellectual property rights may include copyrights, trademarks, patents, and more. Wales is a hotbed of great brands. In a regular series of blogs, we take look at some of the best brands in the Welsh food sector. Take a look through this selection, and feel free to get in touch with any big brands you think are missing.
Happy National Dog Day!
National Dog Day is a time to celebrate the loyal companions who bring joy, love, and the occasional muddy paw print into our lives. From guiding the blind to detecting drugs, dogs have proven themselves invaluable to humanity in countless ways. But did you know that our four-legged friends have also found themselves at the centre of some fascinating intellectual property (IP) battles? Today, as we honour man's best friend, let's explore a few cases where dogs have trotted into the courtroom, wagging their tails and leaving paw prints on the law.
We, too, want people to find moments for movement in their daily routines
The 13th to the 19th May 2024 marks Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK. The theme for this year is “Movement: Moving more for our mental health.” On their website, the Mental Health Foundation
The Future is Coming, Faster Than Ever
Throughout history, we have witnessed periods of significant technological advancements that have revolutionised society. We are now in the age of information, biotechnology, and the renewable energy revolution. We are witnessing, and will continue to witness, massive leaps forward in technology bringing with them significant social and cultural changes. This is all happening at a speed never seen before.