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Thursday, 9th July 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, 9th July 2026

IP Speak
― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
Improving the Abstract Idea: How a Rhetorical Move Undermines § 101 Analysis of Technical Improvements in Software Inventions
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― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
IPR or EPR? Five Scenarios and a Decision Tree for Post-Grant Patent Challengers in the Life Sciences
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― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
‘Seeing the evolution’: As branded patent cliff looms, biosimilar experts size up US hurdles, opportunities ahead
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― Monday, 6th July 2026
Three Is Company, Two’s a Trial: Reference Counts in Federal Circuit Obviousness Appeals
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― Monday, 6th July 2026
CAFC Vacates Indefiniteness Ruling on TrackTime Patent, Affirms Invalidity Finding on Related Patent in Amazon Dispute
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Thursday, 9th July 2026

Current News
― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
Wolfspeed files patent lawsuit against Navitas Semiconductor
DURHAM, N.C. - Wolfspeed (NYSE:WOLF) filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Navitas Semiconductor in the United States District Court...
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― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
China reportedly overtakes US in fintech patent filings to seize global lead; achievements to empower real economy, benefit global financial devt: analyst
Chinese banks and tech companies led the world in applications for financial technology patents over the last decade, surpassing the US,...
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― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
Vimag Labs secures patent for rare earth-free electric motor platform
Vimag Labs, a Bengaluru-based startup, has secured an Indian patent for its software-defined, magnet-free electric motor platform,...
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― Monday, 6th July 2026
BYD Patents Revolutionary System Using Computer Vision to Detect Animals Under Cars Before Starting, Preventing Tragedies
BYD has registered a patent for a system that observes the underside of the car before starting and attempts to identify people or animals hidden there. The idea is to use computer vision to reduce the risk of accidents in a situation that often goes unnoticed, especially with the vehicle stationary.
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― Monday, 6th July 2026
Delhi High Court Orders Itel, Infinix, Tecno Phones' Maker to Deposit Pro Tem Security In InterDigital Patent Suit
InterDigital has filed two suits against Transsion and its group companies relying on five patents. Four relate to cellular technologies used in 3G, 4G and 5G standards, while one concerns HEVC video coding technology.
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Thursday, 9th July 2026

Patent Office Update
― Wednesday, 8th July 2026
PTAB/USPTO Update - July 2026
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― Monday, 6th July 2026
Korea to Analyze AI, Space, Bio Patents to Boost Competitiveness
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― Friday, 3rd July 2026
USPTO to Clarify Patent Eligibility for AI-Related Inventions
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― Thursday, 2nd July 2026
EPO President visits Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe to strengthen co-operation on innovation and patent protection
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― Wednesday, 1st July 2026
EPO reports record patent demand as AI and digital services boost innovation
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