Decoding China’s patent filing strategy using USPTO patent data
Key Insights Compared to its counterparts, China holds a 3x lead in patent collaboration. With a key focus on accessing technology. Japan holds the second spot on this list, with most of the collaborations within the country, instead of foreign countries. There has been a substantial increase in patent collaboration in the past few years. […]
Insider’s Guide: How to Profit from the Solid-State Battery Patent Buying Data?
Toyota has made a significant claim about a “technological breakthrough” that could enable the Japanese automaker to halve solid-state batteries (SSB)’ size, weight, and production cost. The news took the battery industry by storm, and holding the most patents in this domain, there is no doubt that this Japanese player would dominate the market. However, […]
Does the FDA’s warning mark an end to Ozempic?
The recent FDA controversy around Novo Nordisk’s Ozempic has brought many eyes to the drug. For the uninitiated, Ozempic (semaglutide) is an anti-obesity medication for long-term weight management. However, an FDA-approved label was recently updated to warn of potential serious intestinal side effects like obstruction or blockage. In this study, we see how this FDA […]
Steve Jobs is Still Filing Patents for Apple! Here’s How
Did you know 12 new Apple patents published in 2023 have Steve Jobs credited as one of the inventors? The former CEO was well-known for his iconic design choices and proactive approach to patenting everything. To this date, Steven P. Jobs has 1,158 patents credited in total, of which 377 are utility-based and 781 are […]
Lead the generic drug market with this one effective strategy
Closely monitoring the patent expirations of well-known branded drugs, such as Abilify for schizophrenia and Abaraxane for cancer treatment, is essential. This practice of monitoring patents can give generic drug makers a significant competitive edge, ultimately granting them an advantage in the generic drug market. As top blockbuster drugs approach patent expiration, strategic ANDA filings […]
The Skill Of Asking The Right Questions For Effective Patent Infringement Analysis
Developing the ability to ask pertinent and thought-provoking questions is an essential skill for intellectual property (IP) researchers to stay on top of their work in the fast-moving field. The ability to ask insightful and relevant questions is an elemental principle that cannot be emphasized enough. In this article, we delve into the significance of […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Uncover Crucial Business Insights Using ASEAN Patentscope
Patent data, especially patent claims, can help with various tasks, such as assessing the market, analyzing competitors, identifying innovative trends, evaluating risks, and devising market-entry strategies. Such patent information is generally straightforward with databases like Google Patents, Espacenet, WIPO Patentscope, etc. However, there is a challenge for countries such as Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, […]
Found 102 prior art in the textile industry to invalidate a med tech patent
During invalidation searches, I often stumble upon 102 prior art from my surroundings. It might fascinate you how I discover them even when I’m not looking for them consciously. However, it’s second nature to me now. Recently, I cracked a patent invalidity case in a similar situation, but before I share the complete story, let […]
Using Research Grant Proposal Of An Inventor To Invalidate the Patent
This is the story of a project that challenged me to invalidate a patent by one of the pioneers in the field of next-gen gene sequencing with over two decades of research under his belt. It was a typical day for me. I had successfully completed a project the day before, woke up refreshed, and […]
15 Critical Factors Before Purchasing a Patent Portfolio
If patents are your bread and butter, you know as much as I do that a thorough patent portfolio analysis is critical before deciding to buy them. However, the situation gets complicated by thousands of patents in the portfolio. It begs the question: Should I hire specialists to conduct a thorough examination? Is it worth […]
Tap Into The Loteprednol Etabonate Generic Drug’s Transformational Potential
In 2020, the FDA approved loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.25% (Eysuvis, Kala Pharmaceuticals Inc.) for treating dry eye disease. As one of the most common ocular surface disorders, dry eye disease impacts 16.7 million to 50.2 million people in the U.S.A. Additionally, this disease costs over $55.4 billion to the economy each year. Eysuvis ophthalmic […]
Patent Litigation Funding: 8 Mistakes you can’t afford to make
This year, Colibri Heart Valve, a medical device start-up, went into a legal battle against the industry giant Medtronic CoreValve. This case not only earned its place among the top US patent awards of the first quarter of 2023 but also put a litigation funder – Burford Capital, in the forefront. The litigation funding from […]
Analyzing IP for Mergers & Acquisitions: A 3 Stage Framework
Mergers and acquisitions have been a core business strategy for companies across almost all industries. A key reason for M&A deals today is the need to harness cutting-edge technologies through targeted partnerships. This has led to a surge in M&As, focusing on companies that hold the coveted keys to groundbreaking innovations. As a result, analyzing […]
Do Not Skip this when buying a patent portfolio
You are considering investing millions of dollars in purchasing a patent portfolio. While this decision offers an attractive opportunity to open doors to novel technological horizons and potentially gain substantial financial returns, you understand the complexities that must be addressed. As experts in facilitating patent buying and selling for over a decade, we know the […]
GreyB’s Secret Search Strategy That Helped Find Prior Art For Auto-Playing Media
The ecosystem of a patent and its technology are critical factors in conducting a prior art search and even selecting the appropriate researcher for your case. Moreover, in one of our blogs, we discussed the same in detail using the examples of Researcher A and Researcher B. Returning to this case study, I will share […]
Why is drug exclusivity knowledge crucial for generic drug launches?
Monitoring the drug exclusivity expiration timelines is just as important as patent expiration date when identifying opportunities and timing generic launches. Having access to detailed exclusivity data can reveal openings for generic entry even when patents are still active. As top blockbuster drugs approach patent expiration, strategic ANDA filings are critical to secure early mover […]