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Thursday, 28th May 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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Thursday, 28th May 2026

IP Speak
― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Revisiting Sixteen Years of §101 After a Data Correction
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― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
CAFC Finds District Court Erred in Precluding Unjust Enrichment Damages in Trade Secret Case
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― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Federal Circuit Upholds JMOL of Noninfringement for DISH in ClearPlay Patent Dispute
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― Tuesday, 26th May 2026
CAFC Finds District Court Erred in Precluding Unjust Enrichment Damages in Trade Secret Case
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― Tuesday, 26th May 2026
Are patents becoming a competitive weapon in the cycling industry?
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Thursday, 28th May 2026

Current News
― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Nasdaq spinoff sues Hiive for patent infringement
In documents filed in the US District Court for the state of Delaware on May 6, NPM accused Hiive of violating its patent for its secondary sale settlement and clearance program.
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― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Interos Secures U.S. Design Patent for Galaxy Supply Chain Visualization
According to a recent LinkedIn post from Interos, the company has received a U.S. design patent for its Galaxy visualization capability embedded in its Resilience platform
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― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Tesla patent reveals strategy for solving major Full Self-Driving, Optimus issue
A new Tesla patent that has been granted to the company this week has revealed a potential strategy for solving a major issue that could impact both the Full Self-Driving suite and Optimus.
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― Tuesday, 26th May 2026
LG Energy honors top researchers, patents that power up battery innovation
LG Energy Solution presented the 2026 Top Inventor and Patent Excellent Awards to 12 employees who have achieved top research results on May...
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― Tuesday, 26th May 2026
Delhi HC rejects Ilaiyaraaja's review petition over En Iniya Pon Nilave song copyright
The Court held that there was no error apparent in its recent ruling that Ilaiyaraaja did not hold copyright over the lyrics and sound...
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Thursday, 28th May 2026

Patent Office Update
― Wednesday, 27th May 2026
WIPO Women and IP Symposium 2026: Strengthening Women’s Participation in Global Innovation Systems
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― Tuesday, 26th May 2026
USPTO PIER Program: Due to a shipping delay, can we cancel your order and not refund your money?
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― Monday, 25th May 2026
China’s National Intellectual Property Administration Publishes 2026 Plan for Building a Strong Intellectual Property Nation
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― Friday, 22nd May 2026
USPTO Director Denies IPR Institution After District Court Validity Loss, Emphasizing AIA Reviews Are Not a "Second Bite at the...
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― Thursday, 21st May 2026
USPTO seeking AI-driven image search tool for patent examiners
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