Tag: Patent system
Addressing the USPTO’s Inherited Backlog: A Critical Look at the Patent System
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is currently facing a significant backlog of patent and trademark applications, with a total of 785,387 unexamined applications. This backlog has been attributed to various factors, including...
China’s Patent Landscape in 2024: Current Trends and Future Outlook
In 2024, China made significant changes to its patent laws and practices with the release of revised regulations and guidelines. These adjustments aimed to enhance patent quality, increase examination efficiency, and strengthen patent protection....
The State of the Patent System: A Discussion with Representative Kevin Kiley and Eagle...
Revamping Patent Laws: Insights from Kevin Kiley and Eagle Forum PresidentA recent event hosted by the Eagle Forum Education & Legal Defense Fund shed light on the state of the patent system in the...