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Friday, 31st 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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Friday, 31st July 2026

IP Speak
― Thursday, 30th July 2026
Federal Circuit Clears the Blockage and Dissolves UT’s Stent Patent Verdict Against Boston Scientific
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― Thursday, 30th July 2026
USPTO IPR Institution Rules Advance to Final Review: Key Developments for Patent Challenges
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― Thursday, 30th July 2026
“Compensation Or Punishment? When Bad Faith Becomes A Multiplier”
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― Wednesday, 29th July 2026
The Pre-Dawn USPTO Filing Window
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― Wednesday, 29th July 2026
The Greatest Threat to IP Is Misunderstanding What It Does
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Friday, 31st July 2026

Current News
― Thursday, 30th July 2026
GSK prepares for patent cliff with $2.5B cost-cutting plan
The pharma hasn't yet revealed what kind of job cuts might be involved in the plan, which will help it absorb the coming loss of patents...
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― Thursday, 30th July 2026
Samsung (KOSE:A005930) Faces ITC Probe Over HBM And DDR5 Patent Claims
The U.S. International Trade Commission has opened an investigation into alleged patent infringement involving Samsung Electronics' HBM and...
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― Thursday, 30th July 2026
Can AI be considered inventor under patent law? Delhi HC seeks Patent Office response to US scientist's plea
The scientist has argued that Indian patent law does not require an inventor to be a natural person…..
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― Wednesday, 29th July 2026
UK Supreme Court Revives Tesla’s Claims That Avanci 5G Vehicle Pool License Doesn’t Satisfy FRAND Obligations
Yesterday, the UK Supreme Court issued a ruling in Tesla, Inc. v. InterDigital Patent Holdings, Inc. representing the latest development in UK jurisprudence surrounding fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) obligations on standard-essential patents (SEPs). 
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― Wednesday, 29th July 2026
Patent and Trade Secret Battles Raise Material Legal and Financial Risk for Navitas Semiconductor
Navitas Semiconductor Corporation faces heightened exposure to costly intellectual property disputes, as frequent patent litigation in the semiconductor sector increases the likelihood of infringement or misappropriation claims.
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Friday, 31st July 2026

Patent Office Update
― Thursday, 30th July 2026
Post-Grant Challenges At The USPTO – 2026 2nd Quarter Update
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― Wednesday, 29th July 2026
WIPO China: Empowering the Digital Silk Road and Cultural Heritage Innovation through IP
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― Tuesday, 28th July 2026
EPO meets with Leonardo
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― Monday, 27th July 2026
WIPO Data Shows China’s Generative AI Patent Surge Outpacing the World
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― Friday, 24th July 2026
USPTO Requires Foreign-domiciled Patent Applicants and Owners to Be Represented by USPTO-registered Practitioners
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