By: Stephen Mahan In January 2025, the U.S. Copyright Office released Part 2 of its “Copyright and Artificial Intelligence” report, focusing on the copyrightability of outputs generated by artificial intelligence (AI) systems. While intended to provide clarity around how the Copyright Office will treat AI-generated works in terms of copyrightability, my view is that the guidance practically amounts to a concession that, put candidly, “It depends.” What is clear, however, is that, given the sudden and dramatic proliferation of AI-generated content all over the Internet, a proactive and persistent approach to managing one’s IP portfolio requires greater rigor and vigilance…
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USPTO Announces Changes For Patent Fees Coming January 2025: What Inventors and Attorneys Need to Know
By: Nayyer Siddiqi The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) recently announced a new fee structure for patent fees, set to take effect on January 19, 2025. The new fee structure will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the patent application landscape. The USPTO maintains that the fee adjustments are needed to provide the USPTO with sufficient revenue to recover the aggregate costs of patent operations. A brief summary of the major changes is presented below. The fee changes include an across-the-board adjustment to patent fees, an adjustment to front-end fees, as well as targeted fees. All patent fees…
Quinn IP Law Ranked Among Top Firms in Patent Quality for USPTO Tech Center 2800
Quinn IP Law has been ranked in the top ten in the 2024 Patent Quality Rankings by Patent Bots for our exceptional work in Semiconductors, Electrical, and Optical Systems and Components. This recognition highlights Quinn IP Law’s commitment to excellence in intellectual property law, particularly in areas driving technological advancement. Patent law in semiconductors, electrical, and optical systems plays a vital role in safeguarding innovations that power modern electronics, enhance communication systems, and enable cutting-edge optical technologies. “At Quinn IP Law, we take pride in providing tailored, high-quality intellectual property solutions that help our clients secure their innovations and maintain…