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A guide to AI and patents – 2024 update

Introduction Much has changed since we first released this guide to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) back in 2019. At that time, ChatGPT did not exist, and ML remained mysterious...

Foiled by innovation: the intersection of patents and modern fencing

At the monumental entrance to the stadium for the Ancient Olympic games in Olympia, you can today find 16 pedestals, each one for supporting a bronze statue of Zeus erected with the money from fines i...

Generative AI – not so great at generating European patents

What is generative AI? Generative AI, as the name suggests, stands out as a distinct category of artificial intelligence (AI) characterised by its capacity to create new data across various formats (i...

The surprising territorial reach of UK patents

The surprising territorial reach of UK patents Patents are territorial.  Rather than offering global coverage, separate patents must be obtained individually in each of the regions or countries w...

A Game-Changer for Machine Learning Patents in the UK?

In a remarkable decision, published on 21 November 2023, the High Court has overturned a decision by the UKIPO relating to machine learning.  This decision appears to significantly broaden the ty...

Balancing Cost, Risk and Coverage With Unitary Patents: A Biomedical Engineering Case Study

Until recently there has been no way to obtain a single patent right covering several European countries.  However, the framework surrounding patent protection in Europe is changing.  The ne...

Preparing for the Unified Patent Court and Unitary Patents

Contents UPC and UP Summary Decisions Preparations Needed – UPC Opt-Out Preparations – UP Preparations Costs Preparing for the Unified Patent Court and Unitary Patents The introduction of ...

Cybersecurity: Strategy for Patents

With contributions from Matthew Hoyles, Kate Voller and James Taylor. European and UK patent law concerning the patentability of inventions in the cybersecurity sector is full of nuances.  In ord...

Patents and Polymorphs

Patents directed to a polymorph can be an effective way to obtain second- or third-line protection for lead drug candidates.  The EPO recognises that a specific polymorph is novel compared to an ...

Chemical Patents – How to Get the Protection You Want in Europe Part 3: Amendments at the EPO

Part 1: Defining the Invention  Part 2: Supporting the Invention As those familiar with the patent process will know, the requirements set by the European Patent Convention (EPC) are considered stric...