AI’s ability to teach itself borders on metaphysical, so harnessing the benefits of this phenomenon — by both providers and customers — requires thoughtful navigation.
Typically, a provider offers its proprietary algorithms, while the customer brings datasets and maybe a query to run. The AI platform, along with supporting tools, identifies patterns, makes predictions, and generates
Robotics startups can live or die by their intellectual property (IP). Strong IP can protect innovations, deter competitors, and be the difference between attracting investment or being left behind.
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Patent examiners have had access to AI-driven prior art searching since late 2022, but its use is expanding and is now even required in some technology groups (art units). Chief Information Officer of the USPTO, Jamie Holcombe, touted 30% of references result from using SimSearch.
SimSearch, the AI-based Similarity Search tool available through the USPTO’s
Patents are more than safeguards against competitors: They’re often attractive to investors and provide a competitive edge in saturated markets. In addition, they enable licensing opportunities and pave the way for an eventual exit.
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Many startups are pioneering technologies that are transforming the way we live, learn, and work. However, with great innovation comes great competition, and having a solid intellectual property (IP) strategy can make or break these companies, especially when these companies are in their early stages and IP may not be on top of mind. To
You are counsel for a company which just developed an innovative process incorporating a generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) component. For example, Tech Company may have designed AI-powered personalized health assistant designed to provide real-time health monitoring and personalized health recommendations. The technology leverages Gen AI-driven interfaces to allow users in conversational form to use
Integrating artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies has become a strategic imperative for companies aiming to expand their product offerings and remain competitive. Product development and legal teams must carefully navigate legal and regulatory challenges when planning and developing an AI tool to avoid common pitfalls. To seamlessly and effectively implement AI and other emerging
In the world of emerging technology, entrepreneurs and early-stage companies aim for acquisition or IPO. One of the most valuable intangible assets for those companies to achieve successful exits is their intellectual property (IP). Before pursuing an exit, an emerging tech company should conduct thorough IP due diligence to evaluate the strength, value and risks
On July 26, the U.S. government’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issued four guidance documents – three final versions and one draft open to public comment – related to artificial intelligence development and implementation. Each was issued pursuant to instructions under the Biden administration’s AI Executive Order 14110, which directed several U.S. government
In response to the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the evolving landscape of patent law, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a comprehensive guidance update on patent subject matter eligibility, particularly focusing on AI inventions. This update, aligned with Executive Order 14110 on the “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development