Top 13 AI-based Patent Search Databases for your Patent Search Needs
AI (Artificial Intelligence) has transformed intellectual property (IP) by reducing human effort and enabling patent experts to refine how they discover, analyze, and leverage intellectual property. It’s no surprise that a Google search for AI-based patent search databases will yield hundreds, if not thousands, of platforms available at your disposal. To make your search for […]
3 Patent Licensing Pitfalls You Can’t Afford to Miss
Exploring additional revenue streams beyond the primary product line is a common goal for many companies. However, the monetization department often encounters numerous obstacles when venturing into licensing patents. Initially, the inertia can be significant. While written guidelines are readily available online, they only provide a superficial understanding of the process. The complexities and nuances […]
Patent Pruning – Stop missing out on lucrative licensing opportunities
It is not uncommon for companies to engage in aggressive patent pruning due to budgetary constraints. However, what if one could analyze the licensing potential of these patents before the patent pruning process? This article introduces the cons of a half-baked patent pruning strategy by studying the patents pruned by three companies from distinct sectors. […]
The Mounjaro Patent Thicket: Patents expiring in 2036
More than 500 million people around the world are affected by diabetes, and this issue is intensified by a surging obesity crisis, particularly in wealthier nations. In such a crisis, drugs like Mounjaro represent a highly lucrative opportunity for generic drugmakers to address the escalating medical demand on a global scale. For reference, here is […]
Cancer Drug Patents Expiring 2024-2028
The fiercely competitive nature of the oncology industry makes the companies invest heavily in research and development to bring in top cancer-treating drug patents. Consequently, the expiration of patents for cancer drugs creates significant opportunities for companies specializing in generic medications. Identifying these patents can help enterprises expand and diversify their generic drug portfolios. This […]
Patent Marking – The smartest strategy to shortlist high-value patents from a large set
When Nick, a legal counsel representing a major Non-Practicing Entity (NPE) in the United States, approached us, his goal was to acquire 200 patents from a portfolio of 1000 within a strict two-month timeframe. It became evident that conventional manual methods would fall short of meeting this challenging deadline. To provide some context, it meant […]
30 Diabetes Drug Patents Expiring from 2024 till 2028 – GreyB
Given the competitive nature of the pharmaceutical domain, the expiration of drug patents presents significant opportunities, particularly for companies specializing in generic medications. Pharmaceutical companies seeking to expand or diversify their generic drug portfolios would find this list of great value in identifying diabetes drug patents that will expire between 2024 and 2028. By utilizing […]
Training at GreyB ft. Meghna Singh
This year, I joined an IP company as part of my internship, and to be honest, before this, I had little to no idea about this field. – Meghna, Patent Monetization, GreyB Transitioning from a laid-back college routine to work life is challenging as is, but when you enter the world of Intellectual property, your […]
Patent Family Tree: A Visual Guide to Understanding Patent Portfolios
A patent family is an unparalleled fortress, strategically safeguarding intellectual property across multiple jurisdictions. It forms a robust defense, enabling swift and global protection against unauthorized use of innovative concepts. However, understanding global patent portfolios is complex and exhaustive. Navigating these connections across borders becomes challenging. Imagine simplifying this process with a visual map that […]
Patent Valuation: A Hybrid Approach for an Insightful Assessment
When it comes to patent valuation, relying solely on objective criteria presents certain challenges, such as legal risks and failure to adapt to technological evolution. Objective factors act as indicators of a patent portfolio’s health and aid in identifying valuable patents with high potential. However, they will not provide a comprehensive and insightful evaluation of […]
Become The Leading SEP Contributor To Wi-Fi 7 With Your Wi-Fi 6 Patents!
While Wi-Fi 6 has reshaped the connectivity landscape, the arrival of Wi-Fi 7 presents both a challenge and an opportunity for telecom players. Poised to power everything from immersive AR/VR experiences to ultra-high-definition video streams, Wi-Fi 7 is set to redefine the benchmarks of wireless networking. With the Wi-Fi Alliance’s anticipated unveiling of Wi-Fi CERTIFIED […]
A tool to identify standard essential patents in your portfolio.
The Traditional process to identify Standard Essential Patent (SEP) is time-consuming and resource-intensive, especially when dealing with large patent sets. While manual analysis cannot be overlooked, it often involves examining patents that are not even close to being a Standard Essential Patent (SEP). This leads to wasted resources and hindrances in competing in the dynamic […]
Top 5 Chrome Extensions Every Researcher Should Have
Did you know more than 24.9% of the 137,345 Google Chrome extensions are designed to boost productivity? However, amidst this vast array of choices, choosing the ideal extension for managing research tasks can be confusing and time-consuming. Research and information-gathering have become indispensable across various fields. Fortunately, with the abundance of digital tools at our […]
Philip’s Strategy To Declare One Patent as a Standard Essential Patent in Two Standards
Generally, patents are filed with a particular standard in mind. Take, for instance, a scenario where researchers filed a patent related to a concept in 5G technology. The typical route for obtaining returns from such a patent would involve declaring it essential to 5G within the 3GPP organization. But have you ever wondered what the […]
4 Phases of Successful Patent Acquisition Strategy
The strategic patent acquisition has proven to be a game-changing move for those seeking to safeguard their innovations, enhance their market standing, and potentially increase revenue. Nortel’s bankruptcy in 2009 led to a consortium of tech giants, including Apple and Microsoft, shelling out $4.5 billion in 2011 to secure its 6,000-strong patent portfolio. Google’s 2012 […]
Airbnb may Expand into Social Media company
In recent years, Airbnb, the global hospitality disruptor, has been quietly but persistently venturing into a new domain: social networking. While Airbnb is known for its innovative approach to hospitality, its patent filing data suggests an intriguing pivot toward a more interconnected digital landscape- Since 2011, AirBnB has been filing more patents in the social […]