IIPRD

MARCH 13, 2025

Trade Secrets Trade secret is the information that is confidential, commercially valuable, known to limited persons and is actively kept secret from the public, and which may be sold or licensed. Examples include the Coca-Cola recipe, Google Search algorithm, etc.

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Kashishipr

APRIL 20, 2022

In simple terms, trade secrets are Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) granted on confidential or sensitive info, which may be licensed or sold. Information Protected by a Trade Secret . A still-new form of IP that has gained recognition in the past two decades is trade secrets, which we shall be discussing here in this blog.

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IP and Legal Filings

JULY 16, 2024

In such cases there are some factors that essentially set the company apart, such factor has to be kept confidential and requires protection. There is no definite definition of trade secrets, it includes extensive range of information of commercial and technical nature. What is a Trade Secret?

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

On February 12, the FDA issued a final rule regarding the use of Drug Master Files (“DMF”) in Biologics License Applications. DMFs are submissions to the FDA “used to provide confidential, detailed information about facilities, processes, or articles used in the manufacturing, processing, packaging, and storing of human drug products.”.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

AUGUST 25, 2021

It held that uploading (including automatic uploading) of pieces of a file containing a protected work on peer-to-peer (P2P) networks infringes the making available right under article 3(1) and (2) of the InfoSoc Directive when a user actively chooses to use sharing software after having been duly informed of its characteristics.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Companies rely on intellectual property (“IP”) rights to protect their valuable information, creations, and branding. In fact, the only way to benefit from trade secret protection is to keep the information secret. If that information becomes known to others (outside a nondisclosure agreement or license, etc.),

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

15 of DSM Directive introduced a related right for press publishers to control the online uses of their press publications by information society service providers (ISSPs). They also claimed that this new system goes against the traditional set-up of licensing practices in Europe and will lead to market fragmentation. 216/1 and XI.216/2)

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Copyright Lately

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Tintinimaginatio’s email concluded with a pointed statement: For your information, at the Angoulme Comics Festival, we shall communicate that Tintin has NOT entered the Public Domain. copyright term runs not from the comics original Belgian publication, but from the date the works were first published in the United States.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 31, 2022

The decision affirmed the Eastern District of New York’s dismissal of a trade secret misappropriation lawsuit against a formerly licensed software user. Turret entered an exclusive licensing agreement with Lufthansa Cargo Americas (“Lufthansa”) to manage Dock EnRoll and grant access to other users.

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Patently-O

JUNE 28, 2022

The Wisconsin case was subject to a confidentiality agreement/order. Lee wanted to send some confidential case documents to Hecht. But, before doing so, first had Hecht sign the confidentiality agreement. At that point, Lee sent over some deposition transcripts as well as prior licensing/sales information from the patentee.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 27, 2024

The application seeking the interim relief was filed by UTIITSL who has been an authorized service provider since 2003 for processing PAN and related services like issuance of documents such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, driving license, etc. But what are these reasons?

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The IPKat

JANUARY 31, 2023

In the consequentials hearing judgment [2023] EWHC 138 , the Judge dealt with (1) royalty payments; (2) costs; (3) confidentiality; and (4) permission to appeal. Of the most interesting to this Kat was the treatment of costs (well, some of them), confidentiality and permission to appeal.

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Intepat

MAY 24, 2023

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. In a licensing agreement, the licensor grants the licensee the right to use their intellectual property in a specified manner, while also retaining a stake in it.

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SpicyIP

JULY 5, 2021

In Rajeev Kumar vs Jamia Millia Islamia (12th April 2021), an extremely interesting tussle was seen with the copyright over a thesis being pitted against a person’s right to obtain information under the Right to Information Act, 2005. Has the public authority ‘opted out’ of its duty on the mere informal words of an individual?

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Bungie also shared more information on the roles of several key people that are also allegedly involved. The hacking allegations come from Mr. May, who played Destiny 2 and agreed to its Limited Software License Agreement (LSLA) in the fall of 2019. “Upon information and belief, Bungie, Inc., Cheaters Countersue Bungie.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 23, 2022

The Eastern District of New York recently highlighted the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of trade secrets where the underlying trade secrets are readily apparent to anyone interacting with the holder’s product. ” Turret Labs USA, Inc. ” Id. quoting 11 U.S.C. § ”).). ” Id.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

On February 12, the FDA issued a final rule regarding the use of Drug Master Files (“DMF”) in Biologics License Applications. Notably, Investigational New Drug Applications for biologics can incorporate by reference any information, including DS/DSI/DP information, contained in DMFs.

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Intepat

JANUARY 24, 2024

Licensing is a legal tool that permits the utilization or reuse of already protected intellectual property. This raises discussions on various factors influencing the decision of licensors and licensees regarding the licensing process. Considerations for sub-licensing, including any specific limitations or financial terms.

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IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 16, 2021

In case federal law permits the registration of trade secrets and confidential information, it must be registered as in the case of the United States. At places, the protection of this information is enforced through contractual obligations among the employers and employees.

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Traverse Legal Blog

MARCH 8, 2022

In this video, we will also examine the legal strategies each project got right on trademark registration and copyright licensing. Your NFT drop will license your copyright-protected digital asset (i.e., What Rights Are Licensed To Purchasers Buying NFTS? When you buy the Bored Ape NFT, you receive a license to the image.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 25, 2025

here and here ) In this case, one will need to prove that the data compilation does qualify as TS or confidential information. confidential, economic significance, reasonable steps taken to keep it confidential.)In Further, copyright over research data risks impeding the dissemination of knowledge and information.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 28, 2021

In this case, the nuance is expressed in the context of the balance between the ‘right of information’ of the participants to a public tender and the possible presence of ‘trade secrets’ in the bidding documentation. Picture on the top middle is bysudheerinfo99 and is licensed under a CCO license.

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Garrigues Blog

JUNE 24, 2024

The judgment requires SEP patent holders to specify, before bringing an action for a prohibitory injunction, to specify: (i) the patents that have been infringed; (ii) the manner in which they have been infringed; (iii) the standards infringed; and (iv) to offer users the SEP license on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms ( FRAND terms).

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IP Tech Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

licensing, assignment, JVs, cooperation and co-development etc.) Documents must be properly water-marked and classified; generally, procedures must be implemented in order to determine the flow of information and ensure its possession at all times.

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Kashishipr

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Other than product sales data, component prices, customer details & records, market statistics, or supply chain info, a company owns commercially sensitive and confidential electronic pieces of information such as CAD drawings. Licensing In & Licensing Out IP Assets As Per Needs & Opportunities.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The lawsuit also states that Park Lawn planned to license the trade secrets in the software to others in the industry. This plan was eventually disrupted by the Chief Executive Officer of Park Lawn, who was allegedly feeding the trade secret information to PlotBox, which also tried to hire on Park Lawn’s Chief Technology Officer.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 6, 2025

The single bench in 2018, while rejecting the Plaint, had noted that there existed no confidentiality in the alleged list that was claimed to be a trade secret. The Court has now accepted the Plaint, setting the stage for an interesting trial on trade secrets and confidential information.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 22, 2023

It is possible to find more information here. More information here. More information about the webinar can be found here. The upcoming training courses are listed here.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 24, 2022

In general, both state and federal laws apply to health information or protected health information that is in the possession of hospitals, health systems, and medical providers. These files contained social security numbers, driver’s license numbers, account information, medical information and biometric data.”

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The TTABlog

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The Examining Attorney maintained that the specimens showed use of the mark with the provision of legal information, not with legal services. The Examining Attorney contended that supplying legal information is not the provision of legal services or advice. In re Mayer Brown LLP , Serial No.

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SpicyIP

JULY 11, 2021

He holds that the PhD student’s unsubstantiated statement of intent to file a patent over the information contained in the thesis is not sufficient to outweigh a duty to disclose. After Natco’s Withdrawal, Bajaj Healthcare files for Compulsory License to Manufacture Baricitinib. Other Posts.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

It could be copyright infringement to continue serving photos from servers after the license expired. Plaintiff also requests that this Court issue an ex parte order seizing Defendants’ computers, computer hard drives, cellular phones, and other memory devices that could contain its confidential information. Verizon Media, Inc.,

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TorrentFreak

AUGUST 21, 2021

In October 2020, a confidential settlement was reached, which included a clause for Tusa not to create or be involved in any other similar services. All WHOIS and similar contact information at the time of receipt of the order must remain unchanged and all domain names must stay with their current registrar. It later disappeared.

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Intepat

MAY 24, 2024

Trade secrets, while cheaper and without time limits, must be kept confidential. Advantages of Patents: Exclusive Rights: In India, the patent holder enjoys various privileges, including the rights to exploit, grant licenses, and assign their patents, allowing others to manufacture and sell the patented items.

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Michael Geist

MARCH 9, 2022

In 2019, the CRTC launched a proceeding saying it intended to expand an existing market survey to include digital media owned by licensed broadcasters (thereby including services such as Crave and CBC Gem) but were explicit they would not include free-standing foreign digital media services such as Netflix.

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TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Sky Causes Major Disruption With almost no information accessible to the public and mystery surrounding Sky’s strategy, it’s impossible for outsiders to provide anything like a comprehensive overview. Even the names of the target IPTV providers can be difficult to determine, although not impossible.

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Nelligan Law

JULY 23, 2021

I am a licensed lawyer and an officer of the court, but in my capacity as a mediator, I only give legal information. As a mediator who is also licensed to practise law, I can draft your separation agreement. The mediation process is confidential. That financial disclosure often takes the most time. This can slow you down.

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