Cryptocurrency is a new term that refers to a digital asset that operates as a medium of exchange. It is similar to traditional currency like the U.S. dollar and because cryptocurrency allows holders of that particular currency to exchange it in an identical manner to traditional money.
Read MoreDMCA exemptions and safe harbors exist to grant access if prohibition can be demonstrated to have a substantial adverse effect on the ability of people to make non-infringing uses of copyrighted works. These exemption rules are reviewed and revised every three years.
Read MoreRemote employees can present some challenges including managing productivity, keeping them motivated, and overcoming collaboration struggles. Here are a few things to keep in mind to lead (and keep) an effective remote team.
Read MoreWith whispers and rumors of Spotify hitting the stock market possibly later this year, speculation of Spotify's business value increase. Potential investors and critics of the streaming service have re-focused on lawsuits that loom over the service.
Read MoreTrade secrets come in many forms, such as recipes, mailing lists, special methods, processes – anything that gives the owner an advantage over competitors. Therefore, protecting a trade secret and keeping it from the hands of competitors is fundamental to protecting and maintaining trade secret rights.
Read MoreWhen someone is provided the freedom to decide how, when, and where they can best accomplish their responsibilities, they feel empowered and are more likely to give it their best efforts in an ideal workplace.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court validated Inter Partes Review in Cuozzo Speed Technologies v. Lee. Cuozzo presented the Supreme Court with two questions - whether patent holders can seek judicial review of the PTO’s decision to institute a review and whether the case questioned the standard involved for evaluating patent claims in challenged patents.
Read MoreThe USPTO changed the way to revive abandoned, expired, or cancelled trademark applications and registrations. These new trademark procedures provide more precise timing for petitions to revive.
Read Morea few tips to create a work environment that will produce motivated employees.
Read MoreIf a company maintains some trademarks worldwide and others only regionally, this may leave that brand open to claims of trademark infringement, unfair competition, or even abandonment. Read more about international trademark protection.
Read MoreThe following is a list of the best innovations in 2015. From advances in the fight against Ebola to electronic devices that “listen,” this year made its mark. Read to learn about some of the best new innovations from 2015.
Read MoreThe following is a list of the best innovations from 2014. From cutting-edge prosthetics, to developments in space travel to Mars, this was an extraordinary year. Read for additional information regarding the best new innovations of 2014.
Read MoreThe following is a list of the best innovations for 2016. From online real estate advances to communication across the globe, this year was a great one. Read for insight on the best new innovations of 2016.
Read MoreCompanies who allow website users to generate and post content on their websites must reregister their Digital Millennium Copyright Act (“DMCA”) agents with the U.S. Copyright Office by December 31, 2017, or risk losing all safe harbor protections against copyright infringement under the DMCA.
Read MoreBuilding and protecting a brand is integral to becoming successful. As such, brands and trademarks become extremely valuable assets of a company or entrepreneur, and should be properly managed, registered, and protected.
Read MoreThe Supreme Court partially struck down law barring registration of marks that are considered disparaging in the landmark decision Matal v. Tam. The Court affirmed the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals decision to allow an Asian American music group to trademark “The Slants” for their band name, even though the USPTO previously rejected registration on the grounds that the mark was a racial slur.
Read MoreThere are several current technologies that can significantly increase workplace productivity and improve employee performance.
Read MoreThis edition features the Vice President of Investments at Fundrise. Read for the full Q&A with Kendall Davis.
Read MoreDr. Seuss’s estate filed a lawsuit against Gerrold - Star Trek on claims of copyright and trademark infringement. At issue is a comic that was co-written by Gerrold called “Oh the Places You’ll Boldly Go.” The comic combines recognizable elements from both the Star Trek universe and Dr. Seuss’s copyrights.
Read MoreThis edition of Conversations with Innovators features Nick Bhargava, co-founder and Executive Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Groundfloor. Read for the full Q&A.
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