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International Game Technology PLC makes slot machines — more than any other company on the globe. And progress protected by patents can make sure they stay ahead of competitors. The company produces games with household names like Wheel of Fortune, and they’ll soon be...
Lost revenue from licensing isn’t the only price a company may have to face. While it could be the most obvious, other costs are likely to join the fray. Ericsson, the Swedish telecommunications company, has filed suit against Samsung over royalty payments and patent...
Establishing a trademark can be an important part of the business plan. But with changes coming to the fee structure for applications, there could be a few more line items to put into place. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is implementing new...
Driving innovation is at the core of what patents represent, and those that do the driving earn their credit. Being listed as an inventor on a patent isn’t taken lightly, especially when there are strict rules for who qualifies. Inventors named on patents can enjoy...
Two major corporations are arguing in court over licensing deals, and the ongoing dispute has caught the attention of a very large governing body. The repercussions could lead to significant changes, even for the smaller entities in technology. The European Commission...
A licensing agreement should provide security when you allow others to take advantage of your intellectual property, but all bets may be off when the wrong circumstances strike. Companies are increasingly trying to find the leanest ways to source materials. But the...
The protections found under patents are not just for short-term profits. The system in place has a long reach regarding positives, for one person with a grand idea – or an entire nation backing groundbreaking discoveries. Inventors with patents generally have higher...
Sony has been a long-known leader in technology, but even the biggest players can get it wrong. The Japanese company is preparing for a launch of next-generation technology, but it may not be the smoothest launch – since it was recently revealed they don’t own the...
While the creation of power has long been a source of worth worldwide, that sector may soon be playing second fiddle to those who are best at storing it. Tesla, Inc. investors expected an announcement on a giant leap forward in battery technology, including greater...
Maneuvering through the patent process can come with plenty of expenses. Money, time and progress are all on the line when you’re waiting to move ahead. There are systems in place meant to move you along, but incentives for others may be working against you....
