Planning A Rock Solid Patent Portfolio Strategy
The Patent Act of 1790 (1 Stat. 109), enacted on April 10, 1790, was the first patent statute in the United States. During the 19th and 20th centuries, rapid…
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SaaS Agreements: Developing A Strong Legal Foundation (Checklist Included)
Over the past 20 years, Software as a Service (SaaS) has seen substantial growth in sales. Although annual growth is starting to slow compared to other service models…
How To Protect Your Software When Pitching Investors
We all have heard stories of founders that worked hard to build their software and went to pitch their ideas to investors, only to have their key features stolen or…
Cryptocurrency Patent Examples from Top Companies
Cryptocurrency was first invented in 2008 with the release of Bitcoin, the first public digital currency characterized by decentralized control, user anonymity, and…
5 Signs You Should Consider a Software Patent
It has long been debated whether software should be patent eligible. Advocates of patenting are typically individuals or companies who desire to protect their…
Fundamentals of the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Opposition Process
Trademarks are an important part of a business’ identity and can play a crucial role influencing consumer behavior. When filing a trademark, the process is intended to…
Intellectual Property Strategy for Startups
As many startups know, the development of intellectual property and can often determine their valuation, consumer and investor interest, and ultimate success, and is…
How to Deal with a Take Down Notice on Amazon
Amazon transcends the e-commerce marketplace with over 564 million products sold annually in the United States. Access to this marketplace allows for sellers to reach the…
How to Enforce Software Patents
The United States first recognized the importance of patents before its founding and authorized the granting of patents in Article One, section 8, clause 8 of the U.S…
Is Cryptocurrency Patentable?
Is cryptocurrency patentable? It’s a question that has been popping up more and more lately, particularly with the race to innovate in the cryptocurrency world. Bitcoin…
Trademarks for Mobile Apps: Everything You Need To Know
Brand identity is one a company’s most valuable assets. This is especially true for SaaS and mobile app companies whose consumers do not recognize them or their goods and…
Intellectual Property Strategy for SaaS Startups
As many startups know, the development of intellectual property can often determine their valuation, consumer and investor interest, and ultimate success, and is often…
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