Tag: Technology

Legislative IP Developments 2024: Trends & Future ProspectsIn the realm of AI and intellectual property, legislative efforts are beginning to take shape, offering a glimpse into the future direction of this evolving landscape. The...

Modern law firms are under pressure to work faster due to increasing client demands. The key to moving cases along efficiently lies in utilizing law firm technology, particularly by creating and implementing workflows. By...

In the second part of a two-part series, we delve deeper into Dentons' Project Golden Spike and its ambitious goals. In the 2010s, Dentons' firm leaders had a vision to expand into markets that...

Professor Gary Marchant of Arizona State University Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law recently made a bold prediction about the future of the legal profession. He stated that within five years, it will be...

Cryptocurrency has been a hot topic in recent years, with many people investing in digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, as the industry continues to grow, so do the challenges and regulations that...

Top News Stories of 2024: A Year in ReviewThe year 2024 was filled with captivating news stories that drew attention and sparked discussions across various platforms. As we reflect on the past year, it's...

Jones Robb PLLC is currently in search of registered patent attorneys or patent agents for both full- and part-time remote positions. The responsibilities of the role include preparing and prosecuting patent applications both domestically...

The recent decision by the Federal Circuit regarding induced infringement claims has brought to light an important aspect of the Hatch-Waxman Act. This case involving Amarin and Hikma sheds light on the use of...

In a landmark decision on May 16, 2024, a Japanese court ruled that artificial intelligence (AI) systems cannot be considered inventors under the Patent Act. The case, known as Tokyo District Court Case R5...

The tourism industry, along with the rest of the world, faced a major disruption on July 19 due to a system update by CrowdStrike, a relatively unknown company. This update led to a catastrophic...

Leveraging AI for Jury Selection: Litigators Enhance Screening ProcessIn a groundbreaking move that could revolutionize the legal sector, Dan Wolfe, Senior Director of Jury Consulting at Magna Legal Services in Chicago, Illinois,...

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced a final rule that will update the rules of practice before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). This rule aims to formalize the existing...

The U.S. Supreme Court's recent dismissal of the certiorari petition in Facebook v. Amalgamated Bank, also known as the "Meta" case, has brought attention to the ongoing Nvidia v. E. Ohman J:or Fonder AB...

X Corp, owned by Elon Musk, is challenging California's new law that requires online platforms to remove or label campaign-related deepfakes before and after an election. Musk argues that this law violates the constitutional...

**Impact of Potential TikTok Ban on Creators and Data Privacy**In a groundbreaking decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of upholding a law that mandates TikTok's Chinese-owned parent company, ByteDance, to divest...

The legal world is abuzz with captivating conversations and thought-provoking insights in the form of podcasts, making it easier than ever to stay informed while on the go. The ABA Journal staff has curated...

Revolutionizing Contract Management with ContractPodAi’s Leah Drive SolutionContractPodAi, a U.K.-based contract lifecycle management platform, has made waves with the recent launch of Leah Drive, a groundbreaking addition to their Leah Intelligence Suite....

The recent development in the legal landscape involving Meta and Nvidia has sparked discussions and speculations within the legal community. The Supreme Court's decision to dismiss the petition of certiorari in Facebook v. Amalgamated...

The Federal Trade Commission recently announced a settlement with a security screening device manufacturer as part of its 'Operation AI Comply' initiative. This program aims to address deceptive claims made by companies regarding the...

Norton Rose Fulbright, a prominent law firm with offices in D.C., recently came under scrutiny for allegations of unauthorized access to confidential emails and documents by some of its lawyers. The firm has stated...

Law.com has been delving into the world of law through data visualizations, shedding light on critical legal stories. This week, various trends and insights have emerged from the legal industry, providing valuable information for...

Marriott Hotel recently appeared before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit to challenge a district judge's decision to certify a class of hotel guests affected by its data breach in 2018....

Thanks to generative artificial intelligence, lawyers can save a lot of time and effort on their legal work. The AI legal software market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, reaching $8.7...

The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's decision that claims for a software system managing pre-employment background investigations were not eligible for a patent. Miller Mendel, Inc. owns the patent in...

The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently announced updated Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance, specifically focusing on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). This new guidance includes three detailed examples to address common situations...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently issued a request for comments seeking public input on the current state of the common law experimental use exception to patent infringement. This request is...

Intellectual property is a valuable asset that needs to be protected just like any physical property. In a recent episode of The Inspired Patent Podcast, the importance of understanding and safeguarding intellectual property was...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in various industries, including the legal sector. Lawyers and legal professionals have had to adapt and evolve to new ways of working, embracing technology, and prioritizing...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) recently upheld a district court's decision that a patent for e-signature technology was not eligible under Section 101. The patent in question, U.S. Patent...

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently released a draft Request for Comments (RFC) seeking public feedback on the experimental use exception in patent law. This exception allows for non-commercial experimentation with...

This week, we had a conversation with Scott McKeown from Wolf Greenfield and Steve McBride from Carmichael IP regarding the latest updates from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). We delved into...

Colorado recently passed a new law, S.B. 24-205, focused on protecting consumers from potential risks associated with high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) systems. This law, effective starting February 1, 2026, is the first of its...

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...

IPWatchdog Unleashed is a new podcast that delves into the world of intellectual property, discussing law, news, policy, and politics related to innovation, technology, and creativity. The host, Gene Quinn, a renowned patent attorney...

The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on patent eligibility has become a crucial issue in recent times. The current body of U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit case law and U.S. Patent...

Harvey, a startup backed by OpenAI, is making waves in the legal industry by revolutionizing the way law firms operate. Despite multiple requests for comment, Harvey has remained silent, leaving many curious about its...