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. 

New fast-changing reality offers new challenges. A number of companies from the so-called “unfriendly countries” have re-considered their trading and other business activities in Russia due to the sanctions imposed  by the West and in some cases have announced total termination, ...

China’s top court, the Supreme People's Court, has set a new precedent in intellectual property enforcement by ordering WM Motor to pay Geely approximately 640 million yuan for theft of trade secrets and technological infringement.

Sony (China) Limited has invalidated a digital TV program switching patent originally owned by Huawei, according to an announcement by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) on May 14.

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.

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, reflecting the country's commitment to fostering innovation...

On April 22, the Shanghai No. 3 Intermediate People’s Court upheld a lower court’s ruling in a case of criminal copyright infringement involving Lego sets. The court imposed a fine of 600 million RMB on the defendant company Long XX...

Typical Significance：The second-instance judgment in this case strictly applies the system of the spoliation of evidence. It underscores that infringers who intentionally withhold evidence and impede the court's fact-finding process will face adverse legal consequences...

Typical Significance: 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...

Typical Significance: 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.

Typical Significance: This case highlights that punitive damages can be determined based on the discretion of the evidence, rather than defaulting to statutory compensation due to calculation difficulties. The judgment reflects the judiciary's commitment to implementing punitive compensation, reducing the burden on rights holders...

Typical Significance：Data is a crucial element of the digital economy. 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...

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