Pharmaceutical giants GSK and Pfizer have reached a settlement to resolve a long-running patent dispute related to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccines. The legal battle, which revolved around patent infringement claims, has now been brought to a close through an agreement between the two companies. The lawsuit centered on allegations that Pfizer’s RSV vaccine infringed […]
In a significant advancement for the agriculture sector, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has been granted a patent for a groundbreaking technology aimed at preserving the freshness of horticultural produce. This innovative technology, designed to extend the shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and other horticultural products, has the potential to revolutionize post-harvest management and reduce wastage
Apple has a long history of patent applications focused on the development of glass-based device designs, dating back to at least 2014, particularly with concepts like an all-glass iPhone. Today, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office granted Apple a significant patent, which could be considered a key patent for glass enclosures in electronic devices. This
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has officially granted Apple a patent for a system that enables users wearing future Apple smartglasses or Vision Pro (Visionware) devices to work on a MacBook, iPad, or even an iPhone in a private mode. This system ensures that the content displayed on the device screen is hidden from
Nokia Corporation (NOK) has recently finalized a patent licensing agreement with Amazon (AMZN), marking a significant collaboration between the two companies in the digital streaming space. Amazon, a giant in e-commerce and a key player in streaming, will integrate Nokia’s advanced video technologies across its streaming services and devices. This agreement is expected to positively
Hoth Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOTH), a biopharmaceutical company focused on pioneering therapies for allergic and inflammatory diseases, today revealed two significant advancements in the development of its proprietary antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) cancer-fighting drug candidate, HT-KIT. The company has filed amended claims with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to further strengthen the intellectual property protection
Jio Platforms Limited (JPL), a leading technology company, today announced a momentous achievement in its journey towards advancing India’s technological sovereignty and digital independence. The Jio was honored with two prestigious intellectual property awards by the Government of India and WIPO for its outstanding contributions to technology and innovation. The awards were presented at a
Patent filings from China reached an all-time high in 2024, according to a recent report released by the European Patent Office (EPO) on Tuesday. The surge highlights the growing influence of Chinese companies in the European technology market and their expanding global innovation footprint. The report reveals that Chinese companies and researchers filed a total
In an exciting development for wearable technology, Apple may be gearing up to take the Apple Watch to the next level with a foldable display, according to a recently published patent application. Originally filed in September 2023, the patent was published by the US Patent and Trademark Office earlier this month, revealing new details about
In today’s globalized marketplace, intellectual property (IP) law plays a critical role in protecting the rights of creators, innovators, and businesses. Two common forms of IP protection that frequently intersect are plant variety denominations (PVDs) and trademarks. While both legal mechanisms serve distinct purposes, the conflict between them has become increasingly relevant in agricultural and
