|
|
 |
|
Home page  About CSIS Programs Technology and Public Policy Recent IP News
|
|
|
Recent IP News
|
November 20, 2008
Swiss Government Signs Agreement With Ghana
Modern Ghana News, November 20, 2008
The Swiss Government signed an agreement of $ 790,000 with the Government of Ghana to strengthen the administration of the Intellectual Property Right (IPR) as part of Ghana's Trade Policy Reforms under the Trade Sector Support Programme.
IP Model Proposed For North-South Nanotechnology Divide
Intellectual Property Rights Watch, November 19, 2008
Developing countries need to pool resources to ensure access to scientific and technical knowledge about nanotechnology in order to narrow the “nano-divide” - similar to the digital and genomics divides - resulting from the implications of nanotech-related intellectual property rights on monopoly practices, technology transfer and trade, according to experts.
Patent officers should coordinate to bring uniformity in standards
Times of India, November 19, 2008
Thousands of patents have reportedly been granted after India began, in 2005, to give product patents for pharmaceutical and agrochemical inventions. India’s pharmaceutical companies, including the big and transnational ones who have some stake in innovation and R&D themselves, are alleging that patent authorities in India have become very liberal when it comes to grant of patents.
A new Congress, a new approach to technology?
CNET News, November 13, 2008
Presidential elections may capture the public's attention, but the less glamorous work in the U.S. Congress tends to prove more important for technology topics. An increased interest in intellectual property issues in the House Judiciary Committee has led John Conyers (D-Mich.) to reorganize a key subcommittee.
What’s in a Name?: Obama and IP
Business Mirror, Philippines, November 12, 2008
The historic election of Barack Obama as President of the United States of America has the entire world speculating on how he will change American foreign policy. Other than a clear position to start withdrawing from Iraq and shifting the war’s focus to Afghanistan, it’s anybody’s guess how an Obama presidency will alter US policies abroad. The same guessing game is going on in the field of intellectual property (IP) policy.
FTC Announces First in Series of Hearings on Evolving IP Marketplace
ag-IP-news, November 11, 2008
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that it will hold the first of a possible series of public hearings to explore the evolving market for Intellectual Property (IP) on December 5, 2008, in Washington, DC. The FTC will examine changes in IP law, patent-related business models, and new learning about the operation of the IP marketplace since the issuance in October 2003 of the Commission report To Promote Innovation: The Proper Balance of Competition and Patent Law and Policy.
EU-Africa Partnership Aims At Knowledge Access, Technology Transfer
Intellectual Property Watch, November 07, 2008
The European Commission and African Union Commission have agreed to launch six projects in science, space and information technology in a bid to strengthen African scientific capacity, promote technical cooperation, facilitate technology transfer and accelerate the development of African education and research through increasing knowledge access and narrowing digital divide.
China defends efforts to protect intellectual property rights
Agence France-Presse (AFP), November 07, 2008
China staunchly defended its efforts to protect intellectual property rights Friday, urging Washington to take into account its difficulties as a developing country in tackling copyright breaches.
China's judiciary improves IPR protection
Xinhua, November 04, 2008
A vice president of the Supreme People's Court told reporters in Beijing on Monday that the abilities of Chinese courts to protect intellectual property rights (IPR) have constantly improved in recent years.
Push Continues For TRIPS Biodiversity Amendment, Geographical Indications Extension
Intellectual Property Watch, October 30, 2008
The push to amend the World Trade Organization agreement on intellectual property rights has not receded, as made clear this week by proponents of wider protection for geographical indications and using the patent system to safeguard biodiversity and traditional knowledge. But opponents remain steadfast.
Challenges to intellectual property rights persist despite 2006 law
Viet Nam News, October 27, 2008
Nguyen Van Vien, lawyer and director of the HCM City's Intellectual Property Institute, spoke to Lao dong (Labour) newspaper about enforcement problems of the Intellectual Property Law.
TRIPS May Evolve To Keep Pace With Modern IP Concerns
Intellectual Property Watch, October 24, 2008
The first international accord to link intellectual property and trade has entered its third “narrative,” in which IP is no longer isolated from other rights but is part of national innovation strategy.
Some 30-40% of medicines sold locally ‘are counterfeit’, says manufacturer
Saudi Gazette, October 23, 2008
Legal bodies of Saudi Arabia agreed on stepping up legal actions against counterfeiters and pirates to protect intellectual property and ensure consumer safety amid reports that many counterfeit products abound in the local markets.
Growing patent filings show China's enhancing innovative capacity
Xinhua, October 20, 2008
The mushrooming of China's patent applications in recent years reflects the country's enhancing innovative capacity, according to the top official from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Protest over govt-funded pharma R&D incentive Bill
Times of India, October 20, 2008
The Indian government’s plan to boost research and development using public funds has raised sharp reactions from public interest groups on the commercial rights of the products that would reach the market at the end of such research.
Obama's and McCain's Technology Policies Examined
Science Daily (Press Release), October 15, 2008
As the 2008 presidential election enters its final month, researchers at the Annenberg Research Network on International Communication (ARNIC) have found some sharp differences – and surprising similarities – in the two major candidates' positions on technology policy.
Avast Ye, Downloaders: The Pirate Czar Is Coming
NPR, October 14, 2008
The newly created federal job is more commonly called the "intellectual property czar." That's snappier than the official name, "intellectual property enforcement coordinator."
FAQ: What to expect from a new IP cabinet position
CNET News, September 30, 2008
The intellectual property enforcement bill Congress passed over the weekend has won strong bipartisan support and wide-ranging approval from the business community. It remains to be seen, however, whether the president will sign into law the Prioritizing Resources and Organization for Intellectual Property Act, or Pro-IP Act.
Boost Innovation
Times of India, October 10, 2008
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research's (CSIR) decision to streamline its patent holding framework is a welcome move in India. As the country's largest patent holder its role in managing intellectual property (IP) is crucial, even more so because it's publicly funded. Its proposal to transfer these patents to a discrete company that will interface closely with the private sector has the potential to set an important precedent.
Intellectual Property And Access Can Co-Exist, US Rightsholders Say
Intellectual Property Watch, October 09, 2008
According to several pharmaceutical and other innovator companies, there is a growing backlash against intellectual property rights and international rules aimed at protecting innovation and ideas in certain parts of the globe.
Global Access To Medicines Not Improved By TRIPS Waiver, Some Say
Intellectual Property Watch, October 01, 2008
A much-heralded 2003 waiver to World Trade Organization intellectual property rules aimed at helping poor countries receive needed medicines they cannot produce themselves has brought little if any help five years later, according to governments and public health advocates.
Chalerm vows to help the sick, greeted with roses
The Nation, Thailand, September 30, 2008
The newly appointed Health Minister of Thailand, Chalerm Yoobamrung, plans to further enforce compulsory licensing for HIV/Aids, heart, and cancer drugs. Compulsory licensing of essential drugs is still needed to give patients easy access to cheaper medication, he said.
41st World Intellectual Property Congress a Resounding Success
Market Watch, September 26, 2008
The world's largest international meeting of patent lawyers discussed significant issues related to the harmonization of IP standards, IP in the environmental technology field, comparisons of patent trial procedures, and women in IP law.
Patent Prosecution Highway Pilot Programme between the European Patent Office and the United States Patent and Trademark Office
EPO Press Release, September 26, 2008
The European Patent Office (EPO) and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) intend to launch a new trial cooperation initiative for fast-track patent examination, called the Patent Prosecution Highway. The system will allow for a more efficient examination process and an improved patent quality.
New UN intellectual property chief cites challenges of booming patents
UN News Centre, September 22, 2008
Francis Gurry, Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization, highlighted the urgency of responding to the growing global demand for patent services and the need to examine the future of copyright in a rapidly evolving business and technological environment.
India sees an increase in trademark, patent applications: DIPP
Business Standard, September 19, 2008
According to the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) and Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), the filing of patent applications has increased from 4824 in the year 1999-2000 to 28,882 applications in the year 2006-2007.
IP Laws Creating 'Bare Medicine Chest'
ABC, September 10, 2008
The intellectual property system is broken and the benefits of biotechnology are being blocked by patent laws, concluded a seven-year study conducted in Canada.
Reliance On Compulsory Licensing For Cheaper Drugs from India 'May End Soon'
The Nation, Thailand, August 26, 2008
Thailand's former health minister Dr. Mongkol Na Songkla encourages developing countries to produce original drugs themselves instead of using the compulsory licensing mechanism to break patents on expensive drugs.
Can Non-Western Language Internet Solve The Digital Divide? The Case of Arabic Language
Intellectual Property Watch, September 09, 2008
Although a recent development in internet governance was welcomed, which could allow the use of Arabic script website addresses, Arab information technology experts still raise some intellectual property considerations as well as technical and cyberspace concerns.
Amendment Of Patent Law Quickened
ChinaDaily, September 07, 2008
The formal adoption of the National Intellectual Property Strategy has quickened the amendment of the Chinese Patent Law that seeks to enhance IPR protection and to revamp the application process.
India: Contemplating Compulsory Licensing: A Comparison Between The Components
Mondaq, August 29, 2008
Compulsory licensing is the "buzz-word," circulating the rounds of the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry. With the first compulsory license application for anti-cancer drugs underway, the law governing the regime finds itself under a speculative eye.
Media Advisory: Launch Of United States - European Union Network Enhances Transatlantic Innovation and Business
European Union Press Release, August 29, 2008
The launch of a new U.S. - EU network will enhance transatlantic trade and encourages transfers of innovative ideas and technology by helping American companies and research institutes establish links with their EU counterparts.
June 26, 2008
WIPO Patent Meeting May End Early With Little Harmonisation In Work Plan
Intellectual Property Watch, June 25, 2008
World Intellectual Property Organization members addressing international patent policy this week may end work early after an apparent agreement to recommend the continuation of the committee next year and a possible focus on some 20 issues.
To Crown a Copyright Czar
Business Week, June 22, 2008
Corporate America wants to bring in bigger guns in its battle against counterfeit drugs and pirated songs and DVDs. So a coalition of legislators and companies is pushing for the appointment of a White House-based copyright czar.
India, Singapore IPR cooperation likely to be signed soon
The Economic Times, June 23
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Kamal Nath on Monday stated that a bilateral agreement on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) cooperation between the intellectual property offices of India and Singapore will be signed shortly.
EU and CARIFORUM countries to deepen integration in intellectual property rights
Caribbean Net News, June 25
The European Union and CARIFORUM states, under the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), have agreed to continue to consider steps towards deeper integration in the field of intellectual property rights in their respective regions.
China says it is Taking Intellectual Property Protections to a New Level
Global Supply Chain News , June 24
“No More Knock-Offs” says One Government Official; Should Western Companies Feel More Secure? China has long been known for weak protection for Intellectual Property, and a haven for counterfeit name-brand products as well as a risk for theft of design, engineering and other corporate intellectual property.
June 18, 2008
Compendium of China National Intellectual Property Strategy Issued
Ag-IP-News, June 17, 2008
The State Council promulgated the Compendium of China National Intellectual Property Strategy on June 5, 2008, vowing to construct China into a country with comparatively higher level of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) creation, utilization, protection and administration by 2020.
Iran’s New Law on IP Protection Moves It onto International Stage
Intellectual Property Watch, June 13, 2008
Iran has adopted a new law on the “registration of inventions, industrial designs and trademarks” in a bid to come to grips with the fast-paced changes in the world of trade and industry and developments in the area of intellectual property.
IAM: Global IP Leaders Gather for Groundbreaking Event in Amsterdam
El Economista, June 16, 2008
Senior members of the global intellectual property business community will convene in Amsterdam this month for the inaugural IP Business Congress. Held on 25th and 26th June, the Congress will be one of the major intellectual property events of the year.
Google's Schmidt: More US Innovation Needed
PC World, June 9, 2008
Many U.S. companies and industries will have to shift their focus and embrace a "new online lifestyle" in order to stay competitive, Google's CEO said Monday.
Swedish Left Party Wants to Legalize Piracy
Torrent Freak, June 12, 2008
This Sunday, the Swedish Left Party voted in favor of a motion calling for the legalization of sharing copyrighted files for personal use. The party, which currently holds 22 seats in the Swedish parliament, sees piracy as something positive, much like public libraries.
More flexibility in innovation governance needed, study suggests
CORDIS, June 10, 2008
A new study conducted in the framework of the EU-funded Vision ERA-NET has identified future innovation governance challenges. Comparing recent developments in nine partner countries, the study finds that the broadening of the content of science, technology and innovation (STI) policies is such challenge.
China has been waging a war against IPR violations
People’s Daily Online, June 16, 2008
Protection of Intellectual Property Rights is another hot topic at the conference of the International Chamber of Commerce which concluded on Friday in Stockholm. At the conference, Eden Woon, Managing Director of Starbucks China told the 300 business leaders that China has been waging a war against IPR violation in recent years.
UK firms copying innovation, not leading it
The Telegraph, June 17, 2008
Award-winning British companies are lagging behind foreign rivals by failing to innovate and increase spending on research and development, says a critical study. They are copying ideas rather than developing their own with the result that Britain is following and not leading in the innovation stakes, it is argued.
|
|
|