In October 2024, the number of patent transactions was over 1,600, marking a significant surge in activity. Notable sectors included telecommunications, semiconductors, and cybersecurity. [...]
In September 2024, the patent transaction landscape saw over 750 deals, with consumer products dominating the sales, closely followed by telecommunications and biotechnology. This article [...]
In early 2021, GreyB identified one of IBM’s drone patents, US10040551B2, as a prime asset for food delivery companies. Eight months later, DoorDash acquired this patent to strengthen its [...]
In 2022, over three million patent applications were filed worldwide. This rise brings a challenging question: How do you sift through the massive sea of patent data to find exactly what you [...]
Weak invalidity contentions delay proceedings and increase costs, adding unnecessary stress to a high-stakes situation. Worst of all, it turns even the winning cases into losing battles. Minor [...]
IBM has shaped decentralized solutions and digital assets with nearly 1,450 active blockchain patents as of 2023. But the recent decline in its patent filings in the past few years raises [...]
In 2022, over 3.4 million patent applications were filed globally, with a substantial portion published each year. This huge data makes it all the more difficult to perform efficient patent [...]
Identifying Standard Essential Patents not only helps leverage IP rights effectively but also invests in acquiring the right set of patents. Traditional methods of ranking Standard Essential [...]
Believe that your 7-10 hours of daily video streaming is harmless? Think again. On average, you may contribute approximately 1.10 kg of CO2 per day—equivalent to driving a car nearly 7 [...]
In 2023, nChain announced a partnership with Japan’s FinTeK (Keio University) to expedite the adoption of blockchain technology in the region. This collaboration showcases nChain’s strategy to [...]
Creating a strategy for patent acquisition often means finding patents that are not only strategically aligned but also genuinely available for purchase. It’s a common frustration when a [...]
In recent years, Apple has found itself on the losing end of several patent infringement cases. In 2019, an ITC ruling in favor of Qualcomm could have blocked iPhone sales. It was a close call, [...]
Over the past decade, Netflix has experienced a change in the type of patent litigation it faces. It was predominantly litigated by Non-Practicing Entities (NPEs), but recently, there has been a [...]
The development of VVC and next-generation video codecs focuses on two key issues: enhancing bitrate efficiency and reducing device dependency. By improving bitrate efficiency, these new codecs [...]
The finalization of WiFi 6 standards marked a significant shift in wireless technology, leading to increased adoption in user-end devices. As we approach the anticipated finalization of WiFi 7 by [...]
After over a decade out of the hard disk drive (HDD) market, Samsung’s recent patent acquisitions are drawing attention and sparking curiosity about the company’s future direction. [...]
The finalization of WiFi 6 standards increased user-end device adoption, a trend expected to repeat with WiFi 7, which is anticipated to be finalized by the end of 2024. As market adoption [...]
Kodak, once a giant in the photography industry, spent millions annually on patent maintenance fees even as their revenue dwindled. Many of these patents were no longer aligned with their [...]
With the rise of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) in India and the growing interest of Chinese companies in this market, the question looms: “Could India be the next patent hub for Chinese [...]
The integration of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the 802.11 Task Group for a comprehensive study marks a significant step towards advancing next-generation wireless [...]
While finding the perfect piece of prior art for patent invalidation isn’t always possible, GreyB’s thorough search strategies ensured that we identified the strongest prior art available, [...]
Dow Chemical Co. (Dow) sued Nova Chemicals Corp. (Nova) for patent infringement in 2010, arguing that Nova’s polyethylene plastic products infringed Dow’s patent. Dow Chemical won its case [...]
Blockchain has been the subject of numerous patent applications over the past decade. However, compared to other technologies, the number of issued blockchain patents is modest due to the lengthy [...]
A patent landscape analysis involves a comprehensive review of the patents in a specific technological field. This analysis helps companies identify technology trends, potential partners or [...]
With the rise in patent filings and the rapid development of industry standards like 3GPP, ITU-T, and IEEE, the number of Standard Essential Patent (SEP) declarations has surged. This increase [...]
Relying solely on market research and news headlines for competitive analysis will put you at a disadvantage. By the time your competitors make headlines, their strategies are already in [...]
A common challenge in creating a patent licensing and monetization strategy is establishing a balance between patent protection and generating significant revenue. Many companies struggle to [...]
The WiFi-7 standard, 802.11be, is almost finalized and will be completed by late 2024. This has prompted early product launches, showcasing the intense competition in the market. This scenario [...]
While 5G is still being developed and implemented, the 3GPP has already initiated discussions on 6G technology. Given the transformative impact of 5G across various industries, 6G innovation will [...]
The Richardson Oliver Patent Market Report 2023 found that patents with documented evidence of use can command significantly higher prices. These premiums range from a staggering 32% to a [...]
In 2020, Moderna leveraged its patent portfolio, which included patents related to the Covid-19 vaccine, to secure IP backed financing for research and development. This financing played a [...]
Unlike traditional inventions with clear descriptions, AI patents, especially those with complex neural networks, are difficult to understand. Additionally, the lack of detailed explanations in [...]
One key takeaway from Kent Richardson, Michael Costa, and Erik Oliver’s Patent Brokered Market Report 2023 is that buyers held the upper hand in 2023. This trend is expected to continue in [...]
The pharmaceutical industry is known for its high-stakes drug patent infringement cases. Recently, several industry leaders, such as AbbVie, Bayer, and Cipla, have been involved in high-stakes [...]
Acquiring highly valuable patents presents a significant opportunity to strengthen your patent portfolio and secure a competitive edge. However, what if, after acquiring the supposedly “gem [...]
Securing a ruling in your favor in an infringement case is a win, but translating that into a fair financial recovery is the real challenge. This scenario is all too common. You’ve built a [...]
Technical standards, evolving technologies, and scattered patent declarations complicate the process of determining standard essential patents (SEPs). This is further complicated by the need for [...]
Online resources such as product manuals and company websites are a good starting point for patent infringement analysis. However, these sources can often be inconclusive, making it difficult to [...]
With an average life expectancy of 3-5 years after diagnosis, Pulmonary fibrosis highlights an urgent need for innovative therapeutic interventions. That’s where medications like Ofev have [...]
While early identification of Wi-Fi 7 SEPs is the long-term vision, immediate dominance in the wireless domain comes from identifying the sellers of Wi-fi 6 patents with enforceable portfolios. [...]
Major players like ZTE, Xiaomi, Zyxel, Sagemcom, Maxlinear, TP-Link, Buffalo, Gemtek, and a few others have already begun marketing their Wi-Fi 7 routers, following the certifications received [...]
Like every other industry, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has also transformed intellectual property (IP). With reduced human effort, patent experts can refine how they read, analyze, and leverage [...]
Trajenta, known for its effective glycemic control without weight gain, is a key player in the diabetes medication sector. This critical medication, known generically as Linagliptin, is on the [...]
IP Licensing is no longer a unique practice in dynamic technology domains. However, the key to success lies in finding the smartest and most creative strategy for analyzing infringement, which [...]
Ironburg Inventions, known for its SCUF controllers, claimed that Valve’s Steam Controller infringed on its patents. Specifically, the patents in question were related to the back paddle [...]
Identifying Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) is a resource-intensive task, especially when dealing with a large patent portfolio. In this process, manual analysis is the preferred method, but [...]
The European Patent Office (EPO) receives more than 2000 oppositions each year, directly impacting the future success and exclusivity of pharmaceutical products. Monitoring the outcomes of these [...]
While numerous drugs for diabetes are available in the market, many come with undesirable side effects such as weight gain, hypoglycemia, and hypertension. However, a game-changing solution has [...]
In Europe, 2024 marks the year when exclusivity for a diverse range of drugs encompassing various therapeutic categories is set to expire. This includes established medications like Cabometyx and [...]
Streaming crystal-clear 8K content on a phone without buffering, even on unreliable internet, is no longer a far-fetched thought. This seemingly magical experience relies heavily on the intricate [...]
In the eight months since its introduction, the Unitary Patent System has initiated a significant transformation in the field of patent law within the European Union. This article aims to offer [...]
Even with the customers’ growing need for dairy-free products, sales of most plant-based products have sharply declined in the past year. One of the major reasons consumers reject the use [...]
The arthritis treatment industry is characterized by its intense competitiveness, driving companies to invest significantly in research and development to secure leading arthritis drug patents. [...]
Acquiring multiple patents over time will result in a portfolio that may or may not align with a company’s objectives, values, and goals. Therefore, to ensure a stronger and more relevant [...]
The standard approach to prove product overlap during patent infringement analysis involves researching online resources such as product manuals, datasheets, and FAQs. However, online literature [...]
AI (Artificial Intelligence) has transformed intellectual property (IP) by reducing human effort and enabling patent experts to refine how they discover, analyze, and leverage intellectual [...]
Exploring additional revenue streams beyond the primary product line is a common goal for many companies. However, the monetization department often encounters numerous obstacles when venturing [...]
It is not uncommon for companies to engage in aggressive patent pruning due to budgetary constraints. However, what if one could analyze the licensing potential of these patents before the patent [...]
More than 500 million people around the world are affected by diabetes, and this issue is intensified by a surging obesity crisis, particularly in wealthier nations. In such a crisis, drugs like [...]
The fiercely competitive nature of the oncology industry makes the companies invest heavily in research and development to bring in top cancer-treating drug patents. Consequently, the expiration [...]
When Nick, a legal counsel representing a major Non-Practicing Entity (NPE) in the United States, approached us, his goal was to acquire 200 patents from a portfolio of 1000 within a strict [...]
Given the competitive nature of the pharmaceutical domain, the expiration of drug patents presents significant opportunities, particularly for companies specializing in generic medications. [...]
This year, I joined an IP company as part of my internship, and to be honest, before this, I had little to no idea about this field. – Meghna, Patent Monetization, GreyB Transitioning [...]
A patent family is an unparalleled fortress, strategically safeguarding intellectual property across multiple jurisdictions. It forms a robust defense, enabling swift and global protection [...]
When it comes to patent valuation, relying solely on objective criteria presents certain challenges, such as legal risks and failure to adapt to technological evolution. Objective factors act as [...]
While Wi-Fi 6 has reshaped the connectivity landscape, the arrival of Wi-Fi 7 presents both a challenge and an opportunity for telecom players. Poised to power everything from immersive AR/VR [...]
The Traditional process to identify Standard Essential Patent (SEP) is time-consuming and resource-intensive, especially when dealing with large patent sets. While manual analysis cannot be [...]
Did you know more than 24.9% of the 137,345 Google Chrome extensions are designed to boost productivity? However, amidst this vast array of choices, choosing the ideal extension for managing [...]
Generally, patents are filed with a particular standard in mind. Take, for instance, a scenario where researchers filed a patent related to a concept in 5G technology. The typical route for [...]
The strategic patent acquisition has proven to be a game-changing move for those seeking to safeguard their innovations, enhance their market standing, and potentially increase revenue. [...]
In recent years, Airbnb, the global hospitality disruptor, has been quietly but persistently venturing into a new domain: social networking. While Airbnb is known for its innovative approach to [...]
On October 13th, 2023, Microsoft officially closed its acquisition of video game developer Activision Blizzard King, nearly 21 months after announcing it. Here are some highlights of this deal [...]
The graph below compares different methods by cost and accuracy, including manual, AI, Keyword, and CPC-based patent analysis and categorization. Here’s how each of these methods affects patent [...]
In early 2012, Google acquired Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion, along with access to its vast collection of patents. Motorola was also a founding member of the Open Handset Alliance, [...]
Have you considered that by solely performing competitor research based on their online presence and ranking, you miss many innovative companies working on similar technologies? These [...]
Recent years have seen a paradigm shift in patent litigation cases. 61% of the patent infringement lawsuits since 2020 were backed up by litigation funding companies. A further 30% of patent [...]
In September, Lenovo Group paid a hefty $140 million in a SEPs infringement lawsuit by InterDigital. In the same month, Xiaomi and Oppo were sued by Panasonic over 4G patent infringement, adding [...]
In a world where ChatGPT, the cutting-edge AI language model by OpenAI, has rapidly transformed industries, the intellectual property (IP) sector is no exception. Its remarkable ability to [...]
Key Insights Compared to its counterparts, China holds a 3x lead in patent collaboration. With a key focus on accessing technology. Japan holds the second spot on this list, with most of the [...]
Toyota has made a significant claim about a “technological breakthrough” that could enable the Japanese automaker to halve solid-state batteries (SSB)’ size, weight, and production cost. [...]
The recent FDA controversy around Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic has brought many eyes to the drug. For the uninitiated, Ozempic (semaglutide) is an anti-obesity medication for long-term weight [...]
Did you know 12 new Apple patents published in 2023 have Steve Jobs credited as one of the inventors? The former CEO was well-known for his iconic design choices and proactive approach to [...]
Closely monitoring the patent expirations of well-known branded drugs, such as Abilify for schizophrenia and Abaraxane for cancer treatment, is essential. This practice of monitoring [...]
Developing the ability to ask pertinent and thought-provoking questions is an essential skill for intellectual property (IP) researchers to stay on top of their work in the fast-moving field. The [...]
Patent data, especially patent claims, can help with various tasks, such as assessing the market, analyzing competitors, identifying innovative trends, evaluating risks, and devising market-entry [...]
During invalidation searches, I often stumble upon 102 prior art from my surroundings. It might fascinate you how I discover them even when I’m not looking for them consciously. However, [...]
This is the story of a project that challenged me to invalidate a patent by one of the pioneers in the field of next-gen gene sequencing with over two decades of research under his belt. It [...]
If patents are your bread and butter, you know as much as I do that a thorough patent portfolio analysis is critical before deciding to buy them. However, the situation gets complicated by [...]
In 2020, the FDA approved loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.25% (Eysuvis, Kala Pharmaceuticals Inc.) for treating dry eye disease. As one of the most common ocular surface disorders, [...]
This year, Colibri Heart Valve, a medical device start-up, went into a legal battle against the industry giant Medtronic CoreValve. This case not only earned its place among the top US patent [...]
Mergers and acquisitions have been a core business strategy for companies across almost all industries. A key reason for M&A deals today is the need to harness cutting-edge technologies [...]
You are considering investing millions of dollars in purchasing a patent portfolio. While this decision offers an attractive opportunity to open doors to novel technological horizons and [...]
The ecosystem of a patent and its technology are critical factors in conducting a prior art search and even selecting the appropriate researcher for your case. Moreover, in one of our blogs, we [...]
Monitoring the drug exclusivity expiration timelines is just as important as patent expiration date when identifying opportunities and timing generic launches. Having access to detailed [...]
During the second quarter of 2023, there was a 7% increase in patent applications for immuno-oncology compared to the previous quarter, indicating a dynamic transformation in the oncology [...]
With companies filing for ANDAs, the global prescribed generics sales are expected to reach nearly 100 billion U.S. dollars by 2026. One example of this is Rexulti – a prescription [...]
Securing a patent is only the beginning of protecting your innovative ideas. What follows is the need to ensure the continued protection of your innovations in maintaining a competitive edge in [...]
Location-Based Services (LBS) technology has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, serving as a focal point for extensive research and development efforts to enhance mobile location [...]
Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) often dominate headlines, but the role of intellectual property (IP) though crucial, is often overlooked. IP can influence industry competition and innovation, [...]
Prior-art search is a challenging process in itself. While it is possible to identify relevant prior art based on the claimed numerical value for well-known quantities like thicknesses, volumes, [...]
It is a no-brainer that an effective patent prior art search begins with creating effective search strings. However, over the years, we’ve analyzed some of the most common mistakes researchers [...]
Navigating the vast landscape of the prior art search is overwhelming, and there is always the risk of missing crucial prior art references. Partnering with the right research firm can make or [...]
“Searching prior art is not a process, it is an art.” In my 6 years of experience, I have been a part of ~250 patent invalidation processes. If it has taught me anything, it is that there are [...]
Jon, a high-ranking executive of a tech firm, recently reached out to us with a request to find valuable Wi-Fi6 SEPs his company should buy. As soon as we ended the kick-off call, we opened [...]
Infringement analysis requires more than just being well-informed. While traditional methods may serve as a helpful starting point, they are often inadequate, given how time-sensitive patent [...]
Have you ever considered how AI might play a role in uncovering patent landscapes, pinpointing pivotal patents, or discovering crucial prior art? The world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is [...]
In the realm of innovation and technological advancement, patents often take center stage as valuable sources of information. However, even the most comprehensive patent databases can sometimes [...]
As a seasoned innovator or senior patent counsel, you likely recognize that selling patents can be a swift avenue to generate income. However, it’s easy to fall into the tempting belief [...]
As analysts, we often encounter a situation where a patent’s claims contain certain elements that appear to be designed as decoys. Their inclusion is intended to distract attention from [...]
The often-overlooked aspect of traditional startup scouting is the relationship between startups and financial institutions, particularly manifested through patent transactions. However, this [...]
Standard essential patents (SEPs) facilitate technical coordination through standard-setting organizations. However, there are instances where the status of a declared SEP being truly essential [...]
The IP world is ever-evolving. As a result, it becomes difficult to keep track of the same. But, it is essential for any individual or company to be educated about IP so as to protect and benefit [...]
European Patent (EP) has been a common patent valid across 39 contracting member states (27 EU countries and 12 other European countries). However, the downside of it has been that the [...]
The choice of patent databases highly depends on the motive beneath it, or in other words, the type of patent search involved. For instance, for a prior art search that is for current litigation, [...]
Are you familiar with Humira? The first fully lab-made immune protein approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for various treatments. In case you aren’t, Humira is a [...]
I won’t pretend that reading patents is the most thrilling activity in the world. As a user experience designer at a patent research firm, I’ve spent more time than I care to admit [...]
While one cannot deny NPEs’ role in innovation protection, heavy litigation from them does create uncertainties and turmoil for companies. Do you remember when 5G networking became the talk [...]
As the chip shortage lingers upon the world, TeleGrey, one of our clients from the telecommunications industry, approached us with a plan to get into chip development to become self-reliant. Just [...]
As innovation in self-driving technology is picking up the pace, acquiring the right patents can be crucial for IP managers to ensure their company stays ahead of the competition. But it isn’t as [...]
Virtual Reality (VR) technology rapidly transforms how we experience the world, from immersive gaming to advanced training simulations. However, as with any burgeoning field, legal battles over [...]
In 2018, Nestle was ranked the world’s 3rd greatest plastic polluter by Break Free From Plastic. Following that, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and the UN Environment Programme together [...]
In 2019, OnePlus Technology faced a legal battle when EVS codec tech LLC & Saint Lawrence Communications- two U.S. NPEs sued this Chinese mobile giant for infringing on the patents related to [...]
Samuel (a Patent Attorney at a leading law firm in the USA) was exploring DatingArc (a famous dating app) as a potential infringer on one of his client’s patents. Despite his best efforts, he [...]
As an IP litigator, you know well how a claim chart can make or break the case for you. The effectiveness of a patent infringement search is nullified if the findings cannot be conveyed in the [...]
Conducting innumerable validity searches led us to realize that non-patent literature search databases often give us valuable leads to find the exact prior art. But, the trick with successful [...]
Bell Semiconductor, an entity of Hilco Global, has thousands of patents in the semiconductor domain. However, despite the connotations, it is a category 2 Non-Practicing Entity and doesn’t seem [...]
Analyzing your patent portfolio and potentially selling your patents to interested buyers can be a smart business move. And you already know that. Right? Therefore, to help guide you in this [...]
Irrespective of the company’s size, finding an alternative funding source can be challenging. While startups/smaller companies may struggle to secure funding for R&D or to support their [...]
Patent infringement search cases can become complex and challenging to navigate when product literature is to be extracted from thousands of NPL sources. What if, while checking every single [...]
We recently closed a prior art search where our client, from one of the leading infant food formulation companies, was in a tough spot as their competitor had sued them for one of their [...]
“First of all, it is very expensive litigation, and it is fairly risky on the plaintiff’s side, so the risk transferred to a funder is very appealing. You often have, not always, but a David [...]
Whether you’re a seasoned patent expert or just starting to dive into the field, you already know how important non-patent literature (NPL) search is when invalidating a patent. However, a [...]
Imagine you’re Mike, the IP Counsel of a leading technology manufacturing company. With the economy slowly slipping into a recession, you must ensure that your company doesn’t sink. This means [...]
Yes, you read that right. I found system prior art for a validity search in the Jurassic Park movie! While you are probably wondering how and what? Please hold on to your excitement as I [...]
In just a few decades, social media, as we know it, has influenced our everyday life. Over 4.5 billion people use social media daily. More than 300 million photos are uploaded daily on Facebook. [...]
Last year, we observed the operating companies picking up with respect to patent buying. But this isn’t true for all aspects of the market. So the question remains, “Has 2021 brokered [...]
Finding a bang-on prior art result with all the required features and published before the cut-off date of your targeted patent is the end game. Right? But what if you still cannot use it against [...]
According to a Forbes report, out of the 2.1 million active US patents, hardly 5% have reached the market. About 90% of the patents fail to be commercialized or find angel investors or [...]
When humans, in general, come across a problem, our first instinct is to solve it ourselves. This boosts our confidence to prove to others that we are capable and skilled enough. While there [...]
There is a lot of buzz about the upcoming global recession. If we see history, patent licensing and litigation flourish during this time. But, it is pretty obvious that if you’re filing patents, [...]
If you are working in the food industry you might be witnessing the increasing competition and demand first hand. To maintain the edge, companies, including the industry giants, are encouragingly [...]
“The decision of acquiring patents is some work! Starting from getting hold of a certain bunch of patents to making strategies looking at the various aspects that could affect the acquisition. [...]
I faced a similar situation recently. Had I struck off this small company on my list, our client could have potentially lost millions of dollars. So today, I am here to share some points [...]
Rapid growth in the electric vehicle (EV) industry is imperative for reducing pollution. The market for EVs is growing faster than ever. But even then, the problem of reducing pollution has [...]
Studying various infringement cases, I couldn’t help but notice that companies generally start preparing against litigations only after they are sued. For example, doing non-infringement checks, [...]
Once a patent is filed, it is out there in the open for everyone to see. However, many companies wish to keep their important inventions hidden. So at times, they do this by performing conscious [...]
Wanna be that person? Well, you are on the right track. Google just provided us with upgraded weapons, and through this article, I’ll be sharing seven of its best features. Another good news, we [...]
A solid patent strategy is just as important as a well-planned business strategy for a corporation. With thousands of patents being filed every year by technology giants, developing a patent [...]
When I joined GreyB last year as part of the marketing team, my first week was dedicated to learning about the in-house tools and understanding what sets our tools apart. One tool which caught my [...]
To leverage external smarts, P&G launched its Connect and Develop (C+D) program in 2002. The C+D website later (www.pgconnectdevelop.com) became the binder for innovators, scientists, [...]
Intelligence today is about using the collective knowledge of the organisation to reach an advantageous position in industry” ~~ Stevan Dedijer, the Father of Business Intelligence Walmart [...]
If Drug research and development is your bread and butter, you must be familiar with the wonders of Stelara. For the uninitiated, Stelara is the brand name of the drug Ustekinumab, which is [...]
“You don’t know the value of the best until you’ve experienced the worst,” I blurted out loud as I went through the journal of a paralegal, amazed at how his life took a turn for the best. While [...]
With the huge growth in the generic drug market, there is no doubt that generic companies (hey there!) are searching for drugs with a soon-to-be-expired label. With a new week comes a new list of [...]
Last week we uncovered the list of drug patents expiring in 2028. But can highfliers like you and I stop at that? Well, rest your numbing tendons for we’re here with the list of drug [...]
Our operational costs have been reduced by 50% and prosecution time is 30% faster, which has led to a 25% increase in profit. – Mike, one of our clients, filed over 20,000 (Information [...]
How would you know about a startup or a new player about which there is too little or nothing written on the internet? It won’t appear on Bloomberg or Crunchbase. And, you cannot miss it being in [...]
Our list of patents expiring from 2021 to 2025 was a blockbuster in the generic drug market. With the huge growth in the generic drug market, there is no doubt that generic companies (you too?) [...]
About ten years ago, traditional watchmakers—companies like Tag Heuer, Swatch, and Timex—entered dangerous waters. Tech companies were preparing to introduce the modern smartwatch—a grave threat [...]
Patent landscapes have been used in the IP industry for a very long time and have been primarily used to track the number of patent filings, competitors, collaborations, and so on. But there is [...]
Last week we discussed the drug patents expiring in 2026. But that’s old news now. And as someone working in the generic drug market, you know how important it is to stay up to date. Right? [...]
Which drug patents are expiring in 2023? how about 2024? and 2025? There are about a dozen websites on the internet answering this very question. We can definitely do better than that. How about [...]
Not all that shines is gold and not every patent in your portfolio is a gem patent. Every inventor has a plan to eventually monetize their patent. But almost 80% of patents never see the light [...]
In the past, we published a list of drug patents expiring in 2023 and 2024. The list saw tremendous interest from people in the generic pharmaceutical industry. And why not? With the explosive [...]
With the explosive growth in the generic drug market, generic companies (like yours) are in a battle to claim a share of the soon-to-be-expired drugs as quickly as possible. You would want to [...]
The article has a list of drug patents explored in 2023. You can get the drug patents expiration list from 2026 to 2030 in a PDF by filling out the form below. In 2020, we published an article [...]
The patent prosecution process is a battle on its own, much akin to the patent owner and the examiner playing a game of chess. Each of them plays moves by not just reading the other one’s last [...]
This article lists drug patents from 2020 to 2022. You can get the drug patents expiration list from 2026 to 2030 in a PDF by filling out the form below. This article list has been updated on [...]
Have you ever heard of hiding in plain sight? How often do you skip the details because they look pretty obvious? But, a more important question, why am I asking these questions? It’s well [...]
Biologics have been observed to be a rapidly evolving area within biotechnology. Cancer, autoimmune diseases, and diabetes treatments account for over 60% of the biologics market. Thus making it [...]
For a researcher, prior-art searching means following a set of patterns and ending with a bang-on result. Finding a bang-on result for every case is not easy. From the beginning of my career as a [...]
I’ve seen docketing systems missing lots of basic checks that can be programmed in a day. For instance, I’ve experienced IDS filing systems that do not check if cited references are in sync with [...]
“At the end of the day I can get the work that I need, but if I would have done the work myself, I would have done it differently.”, relatable? This is the problem that some of the best [...]
With our previous articles on 5G in the Healthcare sector, it is apt to wonder if turbulence brought by the introduction of 5G to the various other technical domains is waiting to shake the [...]
If you have ever received a software patent for invalidation that has claims like a “computer command” that comprise – 1) DOM index value, 2) DOM property name, and 3) DOM property [...]
“Corporate patent buyers have pulled back and NPEs have moved in with more buying (often with cash), accounting for almost 70% of patent sales as of last quarter. In fact, they are buying more [...]
While on a hunt for a killer prior art, even after putting in all your blood and sweat, it is not certain that you will hit right on it. One of the many reasons could be that the industry or,…
Have you ever spent a lot of time sifting through information that already exists within your organization? Has it ever happened that the internal knowledge of all the past projects got [...]
“… Intuition is nothing but the outcome of earlier intellectual experience”, Einstein said. Ideas are just a mash-up of already existing information. And what if I tell you with that logic, [...]
This article is written by Andrew Schulman, Consulting Expert & Attorney at Law, and it appeared first on his LinkedIn profile. Claim charts (infringement contentions [ICs], invalidity [...]
Planning to launch a new product and concerned about the huge IP prevailing in the domain? Does the thought of accidentally Designing/producing an infringing product ever bother you? What if [...]
“More than 75% of SEP litigations involve 3GPP standards, including these days’ hot topic i.e., 5G standard and its predecessor i.e., 4G, 3G, and 2G.” – IPWatchdog The stakes in [...]
With 5G into the picture, wireless communication has moved way beyond smartphones and telecoms. Today, the companies in sectors such as Healthcare, Automotive, Gaming, etc. are developing [...]
According to reports, it takes ~10 years and $2.6 Billion for a new drug to complete its journey from initial discovery to its market launch. Given the timeline and the resources at stake, you [...]
Have you ever faced a situation where you are trying to invalidate a formulation patent and end up not having even a single prior art disclosing the exact same proportions of ingredients? Despite [...]
As searchers, each of us has an array of tactics and strategies at our disposal. Implementing the right tactic at the right resource could open doors to the prior art that you thought might not [...]
Imagine this – You have a patent to invalidate. What are the possible search avenues you will explore to ensure a comprehensive search such that no prior art is missed? If you’re a [...]
In the practical world, circumstances are not always in our favor. Sometimes, indeed, we don’t have suitable weapons to fight the battle. On the contrary, the opponent’s counterattack is so [...]
Patent filing in the semiconductor industry has exploded in recent years as new technologies like the internet of things, machine learning, and artificial intelligence have rapidly expanded in [...]
Imagine this – You are a leading biopharmaceutical player whose R&D team has developed a novel product. Before launching the product, you want to make sure your product is not infringing on [...]
As a litigator, you love killer prior art, don’t you? A perfect Tier-I reference(s) would make life so easy and court proceedings bliss. But what if killer prior art does not exist? The next [...]
As a researcher, What is one of the biggest challenges faced by you in your organization? We asked this question both internally and to some of our clients and here’s one of the most common [...]
I have been with GreyB for over two years now. I have worked on multiple cases, yet every new case brings with it the same enthusiasm and thrill – something I love about the IP industry. That is [...]
We have been working on a lot of drone-related patent monetization projects recently and came across quite a few interesting drone-related patents worth acquiring. Flirtey’s drone safety [...]
Higher damages and specifically, treble damages are a dream come true for every plaintiff in patent litigation. I mean who won’t like triple the normally entitled amount? However, if we have to [...]
Ever since its launch in November 2004, Google Scholar has become an indispensable search tool amongst students, researchers, and legal practitioners around the globe. Be it for working on their [...]
“COVID may have an end in sight thanks to vaccines, but the lessons and values realized by critical infrastructure companies operating drones during the pandemic only pave the way for more [...]
The Covid-19 pandemic has affected several industries around the world. Businesses have taken a hit and most of them are adopting a myriad of approaches to combat these tough times. While [...]
If you have been searching for a comprehensive guide on how to conduct a patent search, I would like to congratulate you because your search has just ended. This is your one-stop solution where [...]
Imagine this – A leading smartphone player comes to you with a litigation-grade search project for a smartphone-related patent. If the fact that this patent was in litigation does not sound [...]
Intellectual property, especially patents, are one of the most important intangible assets of a business – especially the ones that sustain majorly by inventing and innovating. Given that [...]
With the deployment of 5G networks speeding up across the world, 5G SEP declarations are also skyrocketing. All the SEP holders are aggressively declaring their 5G SEPs to ETSI to strengthen [...]
There are a hundred different ways to perform a patent search – You can perform it on a commercial or a free patent database. You might choose a conventional way or go totally out of the league – [...]
In recent years, Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) have been the hot topic of interest for the R&D-Sales and Marketing departments of various companies. After all, confirming the patent as [...]
Did you know that IBM has found a new way to license and sell its patents? What is it – you ask? NFTs. On April 21, IBM announced that in collaboration with patent marketplace IPwe, it seeks to [...]
If you are a high-level executive working in the automobile industry, you will quip – “The times are tough.” The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the industry hard. Every company is holding onto its [...]
“In 2020, there were 27 software-related patents on appeal for subject matter eligibility. The CAFC found four of the patents either partially or fully eligible under Section 101. It found 22 [...]
“Gamers are the most passionate people in the world and it’s painful when you make them unhappy”. Jack Tretton, President, and CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment America (2013) We have to agree [...]
Imagine this – It’s late in the afternoon. You had a heavy lunch an hour or so ago, and your eyes are drooping now. All you want is a nap, but you cannot because you have work and [...]
A year ago, in 2020, we published our take on the state of 5G and why automotive industries should be investing in 5G unless they want to find themselves in hot water. Gladly, a year later, [...]
Have you ever been lost in the ocean of cited references in a patent invalidation search? Citation analysis, although a powerful strategy, is often limited to the second or third generation of [...]
Recently in March 2021, Intel Vs. VLSI made the news when the Texas court asked Intel to pay $2.18 billion to VLSI for infringing two of their patents. The amount was the second highest patent [...]
This report is an update to the report titled “Exploration of 5G Standards and Preliminary Findings on Essentiality” published May 26, 2020. This report covers more than 700 technical [...]
This assignment tracker helps you keep a track of recent assignment/reassignment activities happening in the US. The list provides the top 50 most recent patent assignments registered in the US [...]
On December 14, 2020, Alarm.com, a big company in security solutions added Gunshot detection to its business line by acquiring Shooter Detection Systems (SDS). Source: [...]
Companies like Apple and Google strategizing their trademark filings isn’t a news flash, right? But today we’re going a step deeper into the making of these trademark strategies and explore the [...]
Has this ever happened to you during a litigation grade search that you found prior art in complaint documents? Yes, those very documents which in a previous infringement lawsuit was used to [...]
Abstract & Introduction: Every leading firm of the current time cements their foundation with their IP portfolio. By integrating IP into every vertical — like R&D, strategic planning, and [...]
‘What should I do differently today if more and more IP departments are digitizing every process and preparing themselves for the future. Should I also try few advanced tools? If so, which one [...]
So, you’re here, looking for patent brokers. You probably want to sell your patents, or maybe you are looking to buy more, so be sure to check out the latest trends in Brokered Patent Market. [...]
“Do you think prior-art searches are only about looking at relevant literature available before the cut-off date?” – I asked the newly joined members of my team. All bewildered by the question, [...]
If I tell you, you could customize your internal patent tools with additional information, do you know the kind of possibilities it can open up? Depending on the tool and the customization, you [...]
When you are managing a portfolio of 100 patents or less, you probably are aware of all the gem patents. You may be selecting the gems based on vapours reasons like – they protect your [...]
How do we identify infringing products? What is that one strategy that makes GreyB different? Chakshu, director at GreyB, wanted to prepare a list of all strategies we use to identify infringing [...]
You (or your company, for that matter) are working on developing a product. A result of a ton of brainstorming, a dozen or more presentations to senior management, and a couple of approvals [...]
Have you ever faced the challenge where you know your subject invention is being infringed by a company but you have no proof of it? What do you do in cases where the products that could be [...]
Finding prior art for a patent that has a mathematical expression or a complex equation in its claim is hard. If you have worked on such cases before, you would know it is not like another [...]
Ever wondered why you are not able to license or sell your patents despite them being of high value? Often, I come across licensing managers, IP heads and patent owners confused as to why they [...]
