The author has conducted a study investigating how a company's internal reviews and CNIPA examinations affect the lifetime cost of Chinese patents. A statistical model based on the Lognormal distribution of patent value and supported by empirical data was proposed to analyze the influences. The study considers all costs incurred throughout the innovation stage to the end of patent life. The findings suggest that the lifetime cost of a good patent can be minimized by a particular combination of the internal pass rate and the official grant rate.
China IP invited Laurie Fitzgerald, President at Avanci Vehicle, to sit in front of the camera to share her detailed insights about Avanci's solution, its pricing as well as its response to public opinions. Click to see the full video and interview transcript.
This case is a typical criminal case addressing copyright infringement by deliberately bypassing technical measures, following the implementation of the Chinese Criminal Law Amendment. The judgment clarified the standards for criminal liability concerning the circumvention or destruction of technical measures, fully protecting the legitimate rights and interests of medical device software copyright holders.
This case serves as a typical example of illegal data scraping for trading and resale. The judgment strikes a balance between "effective protection" and "orderly circulation" of data, clarifies the boundaries of data rights protection, and reflects the judicial stance of guiding market entities to "acquire and use data in a reasonable and lawful manner".
This case serves as a typical example of protecting navigation electronic maps under the Copyright Law. It not only delves into the essential elements that constitute graphic works for navigation electronic maps but also explores the substantial similarity comparison of extensive map data, underscoring the significant role of IP judicial trials in safeguarding the digital economy.
This case clarifies the requirements for the extent, manner, and purpose of claim modifications in administrative procedures for patent invalidation. It provides significant reference for understanding the legal standards for "further limited" modifications in these procedures.
This judgment underscores that trademark registrants who attempt to free ride on existing trademarks should not be protected. It emphasizes the importance of good faith and honesty in market competition and demonstrates the determination of the people’s court to strictly penalize "free riding" on well-established trademarks.
Founded in 1874, Kolster Oy Ab not only witnessed the smoke of World War I and World War II, but also experienced the economic winter during the Great Depression. Kolster conquered these challenges through its steadfast commitment to the long-term goal of protecting innovation and its resilient adaptability, and ultimately survived to the present day.
Mr. Etienne Sanz de Acedo shared with China IP his insightful perspectives on the latest trends and developments in metaverse and artificial intelligence, as well as the role of INTA in these areas.
Mr. David Wong elaborated on various aspects, including Hong Kong's strategic position as a regional IP trading center, its latest initiatives in promoting IP development and protection, as well as its opportunities for IP development.
From Dacheng’s office in Beijing, next to various central government authorities, one can enjoy a panoramic view of Beijing's vibrant landscape through the reception room's glass walls. It was in this setting that the China IP sat down with Timothy C. Bickham.
Sanctions imposed on Russia by the West open up new opportunities for Chinese companies on the Russian market. What about IP owned by Chinese business in Russia?
What should Chinese companies consider when expanding to Europe? The following article outlines important patenting tactics for successful market entry.
This article will discuss the principles relating to the interaction between the UPC and national courts when enforcing UPC decisions and orders, as well as the as yet undefined aspects of these applications.
On April 26, 2024, the Supreme People’s Court (SPC), China’s top court, released the 2023 50 Typical IP Cases. One of the 50 typical cases involved judicial punishment related to trademark squatting and malicious litigation. Below is the detailed development of the case.
China’s Jiangsu Province has issued the first-ever "Guidelines for Handling Criminal Cases of Infringing upon Trade Secrets" (hereinafter referred to as the "Guidelines"), according to news released on January 8.
After nearly 50 years and various attempts to have a ‘unified patent system’ in Europe, on 1 June 2023 we saw the dawning of a new era with the opening of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) and the beginning of a new patent regime with the Unitary Patent (UP).
The China National Intellectual Property Administration(CNIPA), China’s top IP regulator, recently released on its website the "2023 China Patent Survey Report", which underscores the evolving landscape of patent utilization, collaboration, protection, and talent development in China.
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