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The Briefing: Trademark Smoked: The Fall of General Cigar’s COHIBA Registration
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The WSJ reports the Trump administration wants to charge patent holders 1% to 5% of their patent’s value to maintain the patent after grant. If implemented, this would mark a dramatic departure from the traditional flat-fee...more
On May 1, 2025, the Department of Defense (DOD) released its much-anticipated Intellectual Property (IP) Guidebook (Guidebook). The Guidebook is a must-read for defense contractors who are looking to protect their IP when...more
Strategic protection of intellectual property (IP) is crucial for driving the growth and sustainability of high-tech startups, enabling them to secure their innovations, maintain a competitive edge, and strengthen their...more
The protection of intellectual property (IP) is vital in the fiercely competitive artificial intelligence (AI) industry, necessitating a deep understanding of how the complex IP framework can be effectively leveraged to...more
When startups seek funding, the conversation often centers on market size, traction, or revenue models. Yet intellectual property (IP) is just as pivotal. A robust IP strategy not only boosts valuation but also reassures...more
This post is part of MoFo’s 2025 Intersection of AI and Life Sciences blog series. In this blog series, we explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing research, innovation, and patient care in the life sciences....more
Intangible assets represent over 90% of the value of every AI company. An effective IP strategy can help protect these assets and steer your Company to higher valuations and provide leverage in commercialization of your...more
With broad adoption of generative artificial intelligence tools, some commentators have suggested that trade secret law is the best means for protecting innovations. Looking to trade secret law to protect AI is facially...more
A trade secret is any information used in one’s business that derives independent economic value from not being generally known. Trade secrets, unlike patents, are protected indefinitely for as long as they remain a secret....more
Spurred by both planetary and economic needs, the industry commonly referred to as “cleantech”—short for “clean technology”—has been on the rise. Current estimates predict clean energy technologies could dominate oil and gas...more
American Conference Institute’s 3rd Annual Summit on Women Leaders in IP Law returns for another exciting year with curated content showcasing powerful women in intellectual property. During this IP-focused conference, women...more
Your company’s intellectual property (IP) is its most valuable asset—but are you doing enough to protect it? If someone challenges your ownership, will you be ready and able to respond quickly and decisively with proof that...more
New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for one’s personal growth. In the new year, your company also has an opportunity to become the best version of itself. Here are six straightforward steps you can take to better protect...more
Technical advancements, in both vehicle electrification and automation, are increasingly focused on software innovations, while the focus on hardware innovations appears to be somewhat diminished. Protecting intellectual...more
As the world accelerates its transition to a low-carbon, circular economy, Canadian companies developing resource recovery models need to consider how to integrate IP protection into their overall strategic plan to succeed in...more
The FoodTech industry is highly competitive and it can be challenging for companies to maintain a competitive edge. One way a FoodTech company can remain competitive is to seek patent protection for their innovations. This...more
AI is becoming ubiquitous across all industries. AI systems and services are embedded in everyday products and services, including Amazon's Alexa, Netflix streaming services, and Nest smart thermostats. AI systems are also...more
Awardees of funding from the Small Business Innovative Research (“SBIR”) program face unique strategic questions as they plan their intellectual property development. Like all companies, SBIR awardees must decide whether to...more
Innovations that are eligible for patent protection are often vital to a company’s revenue stream and profitability, but in some cases, opting for trade secret protection is a better strategic choice. Although some types...more
The emergence of artificial intelligence-related technology as a means of innovation has led to uncertainties for companies across industries, primarily because U.S. patent law has historically held that intellectual property...more
Collaboration is a key strategy for growth of many companies in certain sectors, such as energy, technology, and life sciences, where research and development is critical to maintaining a competitive advantage, but can be...more
Trade secrets have, up until recently, been somewhat ignored. When I started to pay attention to trade secrets, some of my colleagues and contacts probably thought that I was mad. ...more
Amid a growing body of unsettled law regarding the patentability of software and business methods patents, companies are increasingly choosing to maintain their valuable innovations as trade secrets rather than risk a...more
• Insurtech start-ups are using technology to improve the underwriting process and obtain a competitive advantage. • The CDI’s new legal opinion clarifies that even proprietary underwriting rules must be available to the...more
On Friday, May 18, Eric Barton participated in a panel discussion at the 2018 ITechLaw World Technology Conference, updating attorneys from around the globe on the latest developments in cyber vulnerabilities and crime. In...more