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Thursday, 21st 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, 21st May 2026

IP Speak
― Thursday, 21st May 2026
PTAB Denies Institution of One Elevidys® IPR and Institutes Another
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― Thursday, 21st May 2026
If AI Can Be Rightfully Named As A Joint Inventor, Is The Patent Invalid?
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― Thursday, 21st May 2026
What Sports Innovation Teaches Every Business About IP Strategy
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― Wednesday, 20th May 2026
Director Squires Reinforces PTABs Alternative to Litigation Approach with IPR Denial in Magnolia v. Kurin
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― Wednesday, 20th May 2026
Can You Keep (an AI) Secret? The Role of Trade Secrets in IP Protection Strategies for AI
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Thursday, 21st May 2026

Current News
― Thursday, 21st May 2026
Nintendo denied touchscreen-specific patent as the legal battle against Palworld developer Pocketpair continues
Following months of legal battle over the similarities between Palworld and Pokémon, Nintendo is trying (and failing) to obtain a...
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― Thursday, 21st May 2026
Agri varsity patents ‘fridge-on-wheels’ for vegetable vendors
Punjab Agricultural University secures federal patent for a mobile thermoelectric “fridge-on-wheels” using Peltier cooling to cut...
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― Thursday, 21st May 2026
Hyundai’s Gated Manual Patent Looks Like A Koenigsegg Idea On An Elantra Budget
The same dual-personality gearbox Koenigsegg pioneered on the CC850 may be coming to a mainstream Hyundai….
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― Wednesday, 20th May 2026
US pharma co denied patent on hepatitis C combo therapy
India News: NEW DELHI: The Indian Patent Office has refused to grant a patent to US pharmaceutical firm AbbVie on its Hepatitis C...
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― Wednesday, 20th May 2026
Roche signs generic Xofluza licensing deal with Medicines Patent Pool for 129 countries
Roche has signed a voluntary license agreement providing its popular influenza antiviral drug Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil) for generic...
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Thursday, 21st May 2026

Patent Office Update
― Thursday, 21st May 2026
USPTO seeking AI-driven image search tool for patent examiners
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― Wednesday, 20th May 2026
USPTO Details Broad Principles of Discretionary Denial in AIA Proceedings
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― Tuesday, 19th May 2026
EPO : Unlocking innovation potential in Latin America and the Caribbean
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― Monday, 18th May 2026
52% increase in patent filing within Electronics and IT sector in FY 2025-26
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― Friday, 15th May 2026
Australian IP Report 2026: Businesses with IP see stronger productivity, income growth
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