Thursday Morning News Recap: August 29, 2024 We read the latest news so you don’t have to! Here’s a quick summary of key inventor stories from this week, perfect for staying informed and focused on your innovative work. If you're curious to learn more, check out the full articles linked below. 1. Trademark Trouble for TikTok Star Jools Lebron Jools Lebron, a former cashier who became a social media star, recently faced a trademark issue over her catchphrase "Very demure, very mindful." While others tried to register the phrase, Jools announced that the situation has been handled with her new legal team. This highlights the importance of securing trademarks early to protect your brand and ideas. Read more: https://www.npr.org/2024/08/28/nx-s1-5090081/very-demure-very-mindful-jools-lebron-trademark Author: Elizabeth Blair | Date: August 28, 2024 2. U.S. Funding Leads to Patents for Chinese Researchers A new report revealed that U.S. government funding has contributed to over 1,000 patents held by researchers based in China, including in sensitive fields like biotechnology. This raises concerns about the U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement and whether it’s giving China an unfair advantage. Read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/us-government-funding-yielded-hundreds-patents-china-based-researchers-2024-08-29/ Author: Michael Martina | Date: August 29, 2024 3. Patent Trolls Target Tech Companies Again Patent trolls—companies that collect patents to sue others rather than to create products—are causing problems once more. This time, they’re going after big tech companies like T-Mobile and Samsung, demanding large settlements. This situation shows how patent trolls can stifle innovation by forcing companies to spend money on lawsuits instead of creating new products. Read more: https://thehill.com/opinion/technology/4850144-how-patent-trolls-hurt-the-american-economy/ Author: Danielle Zanzalari | Date: August 28, 2024 4. Accenture Wins Big Contract to Improve Patent Examinations Accenture Federal Services has secured a $75 million contract to help the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) speed up patent examinations using artificial intelligence. This move aims to make the patent process faster and more efficient, which is great news for inventors waiting on their patent approvals. Read more: https://newsroom.accenture.com/news/2024/accenture-federal-services-wins-75-million-u-s-patent-and-trademark-office-contract Accenture Newsroom | Date: August 28, 2024 5. What U.S. Inventors Need to Know About European Patents If you’re thinking about protecting your invention in Europe, there are key differences between U.S. and European patent laws you should know. For example, the European system is stricter about what can be patented and how applications are handled. Understanding these differences can help you navigate the process and avoid common pitfalls. Read more: https://ipwatchdog.com/2024/08/27/european-patent-applications-primer-u-s-practitioners-need-know/id=180440/ Author: Theodore Prekop | Date: August 27, 2024 6. Apple Wins Case Against WARF in Long-Running Patent Battle Apple recently won a legal case against the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) over a patent dispute that’s been ongoing for ten years. The court ruled in favor of Apple, saying that WARF had given up its right to claim that Apple’s products were infringing on its patent. This case highlights the importance of clear legal strategies when dealing with patent disputes. Read more: https://ipwatchdog.com/2024/08/28/cafc-nixes-new-trial-warf-apple-doctrine-equivalents-theory/id=180567/ Author: Eileen McDermott | Date: August 28, 2024 Stay tuned for more updates, and keep inventing! These stories show just how critical it is to stay informed about what’s happening in the world of patents and trademarks. #InventorSmart #InnovationNews #Inventors #PatentLaw #TrademarkLaw

Posted by InventorNews at 2024-08-29 15:15:54 UTC