IP Law 360

JULY 18, 2023

The Sixth Circuit has turned down an Ohio business' bid to breathe new life into its trade secrets suit against Prudential Financial over a purportedly copied death benefit rider, finding it failed to show that the information at issue classifies as a confidential trade secret.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 13, 2022

Business owners often ask whether they should protect their intellectual property with a trade secret or a patent. A trade secret protects a business’s confidential and proprietary information. Also, unlike a trade secret, a patent protects against copying or reverse-engineering and independent creation of the invention.

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The IP Law Blog

MARCH 14, 2024

The plaintiffs alleged that OpenAI copied their published books, which are protected by copyright law, and used them in a training dataset for its LLM. To allege a valid copyright infringement claim, a plaintiff must show that: (1) that he or she owns a valid copyright; and (2) that the defendant “copied aspects of his [or her] work.”

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Copyright Lately

AUGUST 19, 2024

Instead, in a nondescript federal courtroom in Wilmington, Delaware, information services companies Thomson Reuters and West Publishing— owners of Westlaw —will face off against Ross Intelligence, a legal research startup they effectively forced out of business. Sorry, future jurors.)

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IPilogue

JULY 21, 2021

assembled a digital two-way radio business largely deploying Motorola’s research and development, such as source code and confidential technical documents. copyright laws by copying their source code, it also complained that Hytera infringed the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act. Hytera Corp.

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IIPRD

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Introduction In the quickly developing scenery of the recent business the startups stand as the indications of modernization which brings the new concepts and fresh products or the amenities to the market. It is the introductory step for any business. The IPR in the startup sector continually starts with the Trademarks. Trade Secrets.

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The IPKat

MAY 12, 2023

When one hears the claims of copyright infringement, confidential information and employment claims one can readily assume that this is an employer/ex-employee dispute. US proceedings were filed by PQ against CyberMetrics in October 2017, Mr Aughton was deposed in October 2021 and the proceedings then settled on confidential terms.

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Navigating these challenges in the proper way will be key to the selection of the appropriate business model for the exploitation and commercialization of the algorithms (e.g. licensing, assignment, JVs, cooperation and co-development etc.)

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Trading Secrets

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

An employee had an agreement with a company that placed restrictions on the employee’s ability to solicit or accept business from the company’s customers, to disclose confidential information, and to have competitive employment during the term of employment. The memorandum addressed a fact pattern common to readers.

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TorrentFreak

AUGUST 15, 2022

“The transcript contains information and reference to MarkMonitor’s source code that is private, proprietary, confidential and commercially sensitive trade secret information regarding its antipiracy detection system,” MarkMonitor writes. It discusses proprietary code and includes evidence of a dispute between businesses.

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Intepat

MAY 24, 2024

In today’s highly competitive business environment, safeguarding intellectual property (IP) is of paramount importance. Trade secrets, while cheaper and without time limits, must be kept confidential. By carefully weighing these options, businesses can safeguard their IP effectively.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 13, 2022

Business owners often ask whether they should protect their intellectual property with a trade secret or a patent. A trade secret protects a business’s confidential and proprietary information. Also, unlike a trade secret, a patent protects against copying or reverse-engineering and independent creation of the invention.

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Intepat

MAY 24, 2023

In today’s business landscape, the significance of intellectual property (IP) assets is on the rise and is becoming increasingly crucial in various sectors. The value of a business is now closely tied to its IP assets, which can be licensed, transferred, or used as capital in a joint venture.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

An employee had an agreement with a company that placed restrictions on the employee’s ability to solicit or accept business from the company’s customers, to disclose confidential information, and to have competitive employment during the term of employment. The memorandum addressed a fact pattern common to readers.

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Confidentiality Settlement Contracts Business 52

TorrentFreak

MAY 21, 2024

There’s no mention of the amount at stake, so the settlement figure remains confidential. The insurer argued that the BMG lawsuit was the result of an intentional business policy, which shouldn’t be covered by its policy. — A copy of the complaint, filed by Cox at the U.S.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

APRIL 8, 2024

Copy-reliant technologies have banked heavily on that principle over recent years and it wouldn’t be a stretch to say that the principle of non-expressive use has become the legal foundation of how the internet essentially works. Litigation against these models has piled up at the same breakneck speed as they have gained ground.

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

These types of restrictions are problematic according to ‘ ACT | The App Association ‘, a trade organization that represents thousands of startups and small businesses in the software industry. — A copy of ACT’s trade barrier submission for the US Trade Representative’s 2023 NTE report is available here (pdf).

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 14, 2024

The plaintiffs alleged that OpenAI copied their published books, which are protected by copyright law, and used them in a training dataset for its LLM. The OpenAI defendants moved to dismiss all causes of action alleged by the author plaintiffs with the exception of the first cause of action for direct copyright infringement. (It

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 13, 2022

Earlier this month, both parties agreed to end the legal dispute with a confidential settlement agreement. — A copy of the joint stipulation, mentioning the dismissal and the blocking intent, is available here (pdf). There is no evidence that any money will change hands and both sides have agreed to cover their own costs.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

It involves several IP rights, some of which overlap in some cases: copyright, trademarks, patents, trade secrets/confidential information, and the right of publicity (and similar rights with different names). Singapore (computational data analysis; user must not “use the copy for any other purpose”) f. Japan (Art. 47 septies ) e.

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Dragons' Den

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Innovative ventures and intellectual property set the stage alight on Dragons' Den this week, with a wide variety of businesses seeking investment and advice from the Dragons' experienced judging panel. However, Deborah Meaden, a lifelong cat owner, recognised the potential and offered all the money for 40% of the business.

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 28, 2022

Generally, these courts will only enforce noncompete agreements that are reasonable, no broader than necessary to protect an employer’s legitimate business interests, properly noticed, and in line with public policy. The applicable law for each state is set forth below. Law Governing Restrictive Covenants. The employer’s goodwill.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

The post further discusses instances where the confidentiality of commission proceedings may be compromised, thereby jeopardizing their intended purpose. Their primary role is to execute the local commission at the designated location (usually it’s Defendant’s place of business). Potential Loopholes 1.

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Kashishipr

JUNE 16, 2021

account to be the most frequently stolen forms of IP, which may result in a huge loss for the company that created it, including the loss of competitive edge and decline of business growth. It enabled them to steal a handful of IP assets and other confidential business information.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

further stresses the importance of carefully crafting the terms and conditions in a non-disclosure agreement (“NDA”), and ensuring there is no ambiguity as to when the NDA’s confidentiality protections expire. Emerson Electric Co. The Inclusion of Expiration Dates in NDAs.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Navigating these challenges in the proper way will be key to the selection of the appropriate business model for the exploitation and commercialization of the algorithms (e.g. licensing, assignment, JVs, cooperation and co-development etc.)

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Intellectual Property Due Diligence Ownership IP 52

43(B)log

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Boost alleged that Woo engaged in a scheme to gain access to Boost’s confidential information and thereby replicate its beauty product. Plaintiff’s and defendant’s principals were roommates, which allegedly gave defendants the opportunity to copy despite an oral confidentiality agreement, on which the court denied summary judgment.

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 15, 2024

It includes reproduction, the preparation of derivative works, distributing copies by sale or rental, and public performance or display. The term, termination, consideration, and most importantly, the obligation to legally abide by the confidentiality of information shared between both parties shall be duly complied with.

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 17, 2023

Instead of copied streams, captured from broadcasts, HeheStreams users were directed to genuine streams offered by sports broadcasters. A settlement agreement was reached but the terms remain confidential. Focusing on MLB, NBA, NFL, and NHL content, Hehestreams was no ordinary IPTV service.

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IIPRD

JANUARY 24, 2023

A robust and substantive IP portfolio does not only protect inventions but, also demonstrates the strength of the innovative business models of companies. Digital locks can be used by FinTech businesses to offer an extra layer of security to copies of their works.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Illinois employers planning to protect confidential and proprietary trade secret information through the use of non-compete agreements or non-solicitation agreements need to be aware of amendments to the Illinois Freedom to Work Act that will take effect on January 1, 2022.

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 1, 2022

At a Florida court, DISH and encryption partner NagraStar sued several individuals, companies and trusts collectively doing business as SetTV via the domain settvnow.com. The plaintiffs stated that the complex business structure was designed to frustrate enforcement efforts and hide profits made by SET Broadcast LLC and various individuals.

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TorrentFreak

AUGUST 21, 2021

After the apparent demise of Area 51 but in advance of the settlement being finalized, it’s alleged that Tusa launched a close copy of Area 51 called SingularityMedia, which scooped up Area 51’s customers. In response, ACE contacted Tusa again and demanded that the new service was shut down. It later disappeared.

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Dragons' Den

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

From van alarms to fashion, bag pipes to apps – it just goes to show that IP affects every area of business. You just mentioned IP” First up in the Den, we had entrepreneur and inventor Michael Horsfall, asking for 45k in exchange for 10% of his Van Guardian business. We wish Michael all the best with his business.

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

With at least one of the targeted platforms resorting to what appear to be machine generated subdomains, Sky is certainly being kept busy, so at some point the High Court may be responsive to closing that loophole. After obtaining a copy of the High Court order, the nature of the blocking is easily understood.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Protection for employers’ confidential and proprietary information: The amendment clarifies that employers may prevent employees from disclosing, using, selling, or accessing an employer’s confidential or proprietary information either during or after employment.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) refer to the legal rights granted to individuals or businesses for their creations or inventions. Startups can secure copyrights to prevent unauthorized copying or distribution of their creative works. This means that no one else can copy or distribute their creations without permission.

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