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Thursday, 26th 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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Thursday, 26th March 2026

IP Speak
― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
Chat, GPT, and 2(e) – The TTAB Rejects CHATGPT’s Inherent Distinctiveness Case
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― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
USPTO Director Issues Guidance Favoring Small Businesses and U.S. Ties in IPRs and PGRs
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― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
The USPTO Changed the Rules for Digital Design Patents - Strategic Insights On What It Means for Your Business
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― Tuesday, 24th March 2026
GUIs Join the Design Club!
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― Tuesday, 24th March 2026
SCOTUS Denies Pro Se Inventor Challenge to Conflicting, Unexplained Section 101 Rejections
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Thursday, 26th March 2026

Current News
― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
NITK landslide predicting system gets 20-year patent
The first stage uses machine learning models trained on historical landslide and rainfall data to establish rainfall intensity-duration...
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― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
Intensity Therapeutics Strengthens IP Portfolio with Issuance of New Patent in the US
New US patent 12,496,345 strengthens the existing portfolio; Patents now granted in 41 countries protect the Company's novel intratumoral...
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― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
Ultrahuman returns to the US market after patent ban, opens Ring Pro pre-orders
Wearables News: Ultrahuman is officially back in the United States. The Bengaluru-based smart ring company has cleared US Customs and Border...
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― Tuesday, 24th March 2026
Climalux successfully defends invention of Vertical Ventilation Technology
Recently, Climalux successfully defended its invention – registered in a patent for the application of vertical ventilation to assimilation lamps – in proceedings before the Netherlands Patent Office (OCNL). The validity of the patent was challenged in these proceedings.
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― Tuesday, 24th March 2026
LG, Samsung Build Patent Barriers to Counter Chinese Display Rivals
As China rapidly closes the gap in South Korea’s display industry, Korean companies are erecting patent barriers to slow the pace of Chinese advancement. Recently, aggressive monetization strategies—such as directly selling patents or collecting licensing fees—have also emerged.
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Thursday, 26th March 2026

Patent Office Update
― Wednesday, 25th March 2026
Demand for European patents in 2025 exceeded 200 000 for first time
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― Tuesday, 24th March 2026
USPTO Launches ‘Class ACT’ AI Tool to Accelerate Trademark Classification
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― Monday, 23rd March 2026
USPTO signals new emphasis on US manufacturing in IPR and PGR institution decisions
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― Friday, 20th March 2026
Philippines introduces copyright toolkit for local musicians
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― Wednesday, 18th March 2026
USPTO’s New Discretionary Factors for PTAB Proceedings Focus on US Manufacturing, Small Businesses
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