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Wednesday, 11th March 2026

Articles
― Wednesday, 26th November 2025
Patent Blind Spots in India’s Startup and MSME Landscape

Abstract

India’s innovation economy is undergoing rapid expansion, powered by a thriving startup ecosystem and an extensive micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) sector. Despite their pivotal contributions to GDP, exports, and employment, the participation of these entities in the patent system remains disproportionately low. This underutilization exposes innovations to risks of misappropriation and constrains the nation’s ability to monetize intellectual property effectively.

Through policy analysis, sectoral mapping, and comparative international observations, this research identifies systemic weaknesses spanning capability gaps, structural constraints, and missed opportunity pathways. Key barriers include prohibitive costs, procedural complexities, limited awareness, and sector-specific exclusions. The paper proposes strategic reforms aimed at embedding IP capability within entrepreneurial ecosystems, reducing procedural friction, enabling effective enforcement, and creating viable monetization channels. Strengthening patent engagement emerges as a critical lever for enhancing India’s technology sovereignty, global competitiveness, and long-term innovation resilience.

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― Monday, 24th November 2025
Sovereign Patent Funds and Private Investment Funds: Strategic Instruments for Innovation-Led Growth in Emerging Economies


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― Wednesday, 8th October 2025
"Funding the Fight: How TPLF can Empower Patent Infringement Battles for Startups & Individual inventors”

Is Third-Party Litigation Funding the key to leveling the playing field for Indian Startups?

It's about democratizing patent rights. While the global market for TPLF is projected to reach $59.78 Billion by 2034, India needs a balance between enhanced access to justice and regulatory safeguards

Should India implement mandatory disclosure and profit share caps to ensure responsible adoption?

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― Wednesday, 1st October 2025
The IP of AI Chip Design and TPU Patent Settlement: Shaping the Future of Semiconductor Innovation


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― Wednesday, 23rd July 2025
Electrical Vehicles & Battery Market - Technology, IP Strategy & Litigation

Electric Vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) rely heavily on battery and charging systems for zero-emission transport.

A deep dive into the IP landscape of this industry reveals unique IP filing and litigation strategies that are fostering market growth and business advantage. 

NethravathiD of IPpro analyzes these trends, offering key takeaways and learnings for industry players.

 #ElectricVehicles #EVs #BatteryTech #IntellectualProperty #IPStrategy #Patents #TradeSecrets #Litigation #Innovation #SustainableMobility #Patentpools #SEP #StandardessentialPatents

 

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Wednesday, 11th March 2026

IP Speak
― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Resurgence of Stellarators and Impact on IP
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― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Supreme Court Denies Review in AI Authorship Case
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― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
The Rise of Trade Secret Litigation: Are You Prepared to Stop Your Trade Secrets from Walking Out the Door?
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― Tuesday, 10th March 2026
Proptech: Patents and Patent Litigation
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― Tuesday, 10th March 2026
Genetically Engineered Host Cells are Patent Eligible, Federal Circuit Rules
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Wednesday, 11th March 2026

Current News
― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Samsung Patent Unveils a Galaxy Z Flip 8 with Dual Outer Displays
Samsung continues to push the boundaries of foldable smartphone technology with its highly anticipated Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 models. Leaks and patents have sparked widespread interest, hinting at potentially new features.
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― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Immunic secures European patent for vidofludimus calcium dosing
Immunic Inc. (NASDAQ:IMUX) announced today that the European Patent Office has granted patent EP3713554 covering dosing regimens for vidofludimus calcium, the company’s investigational treatment for multiple sclerosis and other conditions.
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― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Samsung SDI warns against prismatic battery patent infringement
Samsung SDI said Wednesday it will not tolerate patent infringement or technology theft involving its prismatic battery technology as more competitors move to enter the segment.
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― Tuesday, 10th March 2026
SAIC patents Baojun Yunhai SUV in India; could arrive as MG’s next plug-in hybrid
SAIC Motor has patented the Baojun Yunhai SUV in India, hinting at a possible JSW MG-branded plug-in hybrid with up to 140 km EV range.
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― Tuesday, 10th March 2026
Indian Pharma’s 'Sema' Storm: Over 50 Semaglutide Brands Queue Up As Ozempic Patent Expires
If there is one prefix that is likely to dominate prescriptions in India over the coming months, it may well be “Sema".
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Wednesday, 11th March 2026

Patent Office Update
― Wednesday, 11th March 2026
India Aims To Build Faster IP Approval System: Piyush Goyal Pushes For Faster Patent And Trademark Approvals To Boost Innovation
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― Tuesday, 10th March 2026
Cambodia unveils dedicated GI database
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― Monday, 9th March 2026
EPO : A full-day conference on the success of the Unified Patent Court and Unitary Patent
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― Friday, 6th March 2026
USPTO adjusts conflict-of-interest rules after $500k penalty case
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― Thursday, 5th March 2026
EPO’s next-generation search tool for examiners now used in over 40 national patent offices worldwide
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