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Humanizing Technology: Back to Basics on DABUS and AI as Inventors

IP Watchdog

The number of artificial intelligence (AI) patent applications received annually by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grew from 30,000 in 2002 to more than 60,000 in 2018. Further, the USPTO has issued thousands of inventions that utilize AI.

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Can AI Technology Create a Patent in Canada? A Look at Global Precedence

IPilogue

Apotex ], I have decided to look at precedence from around the world where courts have contemplated recognizing artificial intelligence (AI) technology as an “inventor.” However, this 2002 decision did not define whether AI technology can be an inventor. Canada: Apotex Inc v Wellcome Foundation Ltd [2002] 4 SCR 153.

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Audi and the Challenge of Cross-Media Plagiarism Detection

Plagiarism Today

Turnitin launched in 2000, Audible Magic began providing a similar service for audio files in 2002 and YouTube’s Content ID System debuted in 2007. All these systems are remarkable feats of technology and have helped shape our understanding of copying. But while technology may struggle, people don’t.

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Artificial Intelligence And Subject Matter Eligibility In U.S. Patent Office Appeals – Part Two Of Three

Intellectual Property Law Blog

In a recent publication, the USPTO indicated that from 2002 to 2018 the share of all patent applications relating to artificial intelligence grew from 9% to approximately 16%. The PTAB also observed that, unlike Example 39, the claims at issue did not address “technological difficulties.”

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Artificial Intelligence And Subject Matter Eligibility In U.S. Patent Office Appeals – Part Three Of Three

Intellectual Property Law Blog

In a recent publication, the USPTO indicated that from 2002 to 2018 the share of all patent applications relating to artificial intelligence grew from 9% to approximately 16%. In addition, discussion in the specification about technological difficulties overcome by machine learning claim limitations may strengthen eligibility positions.

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Sonos V. Google: The Patent Wars

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

The primary contention here is that Google was accused of infringing Sonos’ patents covering their sound technology and smart speakers. It was formed in 2002. is a well-known American software company focusing on technology and developments in allied sectors. It is engaged in the business of manufacturing audio products.

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Understanding the Indian Biological Diversity law, and its implications for Patent Applications involving Biological Resources

Selvam & Selvam Blog

India’s commitment to conserving its rich biodiversity is reflected in the Biological Diversity Act (BDA) of 2002. India, as a signatory to the CBD, enacted the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, to align its national policies with the CBD’s objectives.