Ingenico v. IOENGINE:

Federal Circuit Narrows IPR Estoppel Scope Under §315(e)(2)

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On May 7, 2025, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a pivotal decision in Ingenico Inc. v. IOENGINE, LLC that significantly narrows the scope of inter partes review (IPR) estoppel under 35 U.S.C. §315(e)(2). The court clarified that IPR estoppel does not apply to invalidity arguments based on product prior […]

Quantum‑Safe Patents: Preparing for the Next Financial Revolution

The world of finance is on the verge of a technological upheaval. At the heart of this transformation lies quantum computing—a force so powerful that it threatens to dismantle traditional encryption systems that protect everything from digital payments to global banking networks. As this quantum revolution gathers pace, one critical question emerges: Are we patenting [...]

JULY 9, 2025

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Unitary Patent Uptake: Opportunities and Challenges for European SMEs

In a fast-moving innovation landscape, intellectual property is a make-or-break factor for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The Unitary Patent, launched by the European Patent Office (EPO) in June 2023, is tailored to the needs of European SMEs—offering centralized protection across multiple EU countries at reduced complexity and cost. This article delves deep into the […]

JUNE 12, 2025

From Kitchen Table to Courtroom

In a landmark decision on April 18, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit addressed the patent eligibility of artificial intelligence (AI) inventions under 35 U.S.C. § 101 in the case of Recentive Analytics, Inc. v. Fox Corp. This ruling has significant implications for AI innovators, patent practitioners, and businesses navigating the […]

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MAY 30, 2025

Battery Boom: Insights from the EPO’s 2024 Patent Index on Sustainable Energy Innovations

The European Patent Office (EPO) has released its 2024 Patent Index, revealing a significant surge in patent applications related to battery technologies and sustainable energy. This trend underscores the growing global emphasis on clean energy solutions and the pivotal role of innovation in this sector. Key Highlights from the EPO’s 2024 Patent Index 1. Unprecedented […]

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MAY 27, 2025

Decoding Google’s Dominance

The surge in AI patent filings means for innovators.

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The AI revolution is unfolding rapidly, and generative AI is at its very heart. One of the most telling signs of this shift? The dramatic increase in patent filings related to generative AI technologies. At the forefront of this race is none other than Google.