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What are the intellectual property rights for startups?

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

There are several types of IPRs that startups should be aware of: Patents: Patents protect new inventions and grant exclusive rights to the inventor for a limited period. Startups can protect both the source code and object code through copyright registration.

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Design Patent Bar Now Reality

Patently-O

After proposing the idea in May 2023 and receiving positive feedback, the USPTO implemented the design patent practitioner bar through its rulemaking authority under 35 U.S.C. Currently, a single patent bar governs registration for anyone seeking to practice before the USPTO in utility, plant, and design patent matters.

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Proposed Changes to U.S. Patent Practice: Creation of a Design Patent Practitioner Bar

LexBlog IP

Key implications of this change include: Those already registered to practice in patent matters, including design patent matters, will not be affected by the creation of a design patent practitioner bar. Enable more underrepresented groups to practice design patent law.