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Patent protection for AI and machine learning inventions is more challenging than ever.With shifting USPTO guidelines an...
05/13/2025

Patent protection for AI and machine learning inventions is more challenging than ever.

With shifting USPTO guidelines and strict eligibility standards, applicants must be strategic. Charles Dresser outlines two key recommendations to improve your chances of securing patent protection:
➡️ Align your application with the USPTO’s July 2024 Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance
➡️ Request expedited examination to stay ahead of evolving rules

These practical steps can make a big difference for AI innovators navigating the patent process.

Read more: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/ai-patent-strategies-uspto-2024/

As biotech innovation accelerates, so does the litigation.Part II of mRNA Patent Wars dives into the complex web of lega...
05/12/2025

As biotech innovation accelerates, so does the litigation.

Part II of mRNA Patent Wars dives into the complex web of legal disputes shaping the future of mRNA technology, featuring high-stakes cases from Arbutus, Alnylam, CureVac, GSK, and even Northwestern University. From lipid formulations to sequence design, courts around the globe are now tasked with interpreting overlapping, technically dense patent claims in a race to define ownership of mRNA innovation.

✍️ Written By: Shirin Tehrani, McKendra Heinke, Haoju Li, PhD, and Tyler Anne Giglio

🔗 Read more: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/mrna-patent-wars-part-2/

The legal battle over mRNA dominance is heating up in 2025.Part I of mRNA Patent Wars discusses the origins of this glob...
05/06/2025

The legal battle over mRNA dominance is heating up in 2025.

Part I of mRNA Patent Wars discusses the origins of this global dispute, from Moderna’s PTAB loss in the U.S. to a European court win against Pfizer/BioNTech. Learn how the science of lipid nanoparticles meets a patchwork of patent law, and why it matters now more than ever.

✍️ By: Shirin Tehrani, McKendra Heinke, J.D., Haoju Li, PhD, and Tyler Anne Giglio
🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g47gGV-v

The U.S. Treasury has officially lifted sanctions on Tornado Cash following a court ruling that its immutable smart cont...
05/02/2025

The U.S. Treasury has officially lifted sanctions on Tornado Cash following a court ruling that its immutable smart contracts do not qualify as “property” under current sanctions law.

While the decision is seen as a win for privacy advocates and the decentralized finance community, it also signals the growing need for regulatory frameworks that can meaningfully address emerging technologies. From compliance risks to legislative gaps, the Tornado Cash case underscores how traditional enforcement tools are being tested in the digital age.

📖 Read more here, written by Marcus Wolter and Crystel Saraie: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/tornado-cash-sanctions-lifted-privacy-crypto/

Despite sharp price declines with Bitcoin down 11.8% and Ethereum down 45%, the crypto market showed signs of resilience...
05/01/2025

Despite sharp price declines with Bitcoin down 11.8% and Ethereum down 45%, the crypto market showed signs of resilience. Net inflows to networks like Base and Solana, surging stablecoin activity, and a record $4.8B in venture capital point to growing long-term confidence.

In their latest article, Marcus Wolter, Mario Polito, and Crystel Saraie highlight how U.S. regulatory shifts and increased institutional participation including ETF filings and RWA tokenization signal a maturing industry. Still, macroeconomic pressures and geopolitical risks continue to drive volatility.

As Q2 unfolds, investors are closely watching altcoin trends, regulatory clarity, and AI-driven innovation.

📖 Full article here: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/q1-2025-crypto-market-review-trends-outlook/

The FDIC just made it easier for banks to engage with crypto.On March 28, the FDIC issued FIL-7-2025, removing the requi...
05/01/2025

The FDIC just made it easier for banks to engage with crypto.

On March 28, the FDIC issued FIL-7-2025, removing the requirement for FDIC-supervised banks to obtain prior approval before participating in crypto-related activities. This marks a notable shift from previous guidance and signals a growing federal alignment in support of digital asset innovation.

Permissible activities now include crypto custody, stablecoin operations, and participation in verification networks, so long as banks maintain proper risk management. With clearer regulatory paths emerging, the door is opening for greater integration between traditional finance and the crypto economy.

📖 Read the full article, written by Marcus Wolter, Takahiro Miyazaki, and Crystel Saraie: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/fdic-fil-7-2025-crypto-banking-guidance/

A new episode dropped on the podcast! explores how newly imposed tariffs could reshape the luxury fashion sector. In t...
04/28/2025

A new episode dropped on the podcast! explores how newly imposed tariffs could reshape the luxury fashion sector. In this episode, Kasia discusses the potential rise in secondhand luxury goods demand and provides a legal update on the landmark case *Chanel, Inc. v. What Goes Around Comes Around*. With tariffs becoming a hot topic, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

Tune in for legal insights at the intersection of fashion, trade, and intellectual property.

🔗 https://caldwelllaw.com/news/luxury-tariff-turmoil-fashion-law-network/

A shift is underway in US IP policy, and it’s gaining momentum.With strong pro-patent voices shaping leadership at the U...
04/25/2025

A shift is underway in US IP policy, and it’s gaining momentum.

With strong pro-patent voices shaping leadership at the USPTO and proposed legislation like PERA and the PREVAIL Act gaining traction, the Trump administration could fundamentally restructure how innovation is protected and commercialized. Supporters say these reforms could strengthen patent rights and attract investment. Critics raise concerns about increased litigation and prolonged monopolies.

Keegan Caldwell, PhD writes that as these proposals evolve, the legal community has a key role to play in shaping policy that protects innovation while balancing access and competition.

Read more: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/trump-ip-reform-patent-policy-innovation-impact/

What do Springsteen and startups have in common? More than you’d think.As the music industry sharpens its approach to IP...
04/25/2025

What do Springsteen and startups have in common? More than you’d think.

As the music industry sharpens its approach to IP due diligence by verifying ownership, assessing rights fragmentation, and navigating global enforcement, other innovation-driven sectors can take note.

In honor of World IP Day 2025, Keegan Caldwell explores how best practices from major music catalog deals mirror the challenges and opportunities tech and life sciences companies face when managing high-stakes acquisitions.

Read more: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/ip-due-diligence-music-tech-m-and-a-strategy/

As AI tools become embedded in day-to-day professional workflows, understanding how your data is stored, accessed, and p...
04/14/2025

As AI tools become embedded in day-to-day professional workflows, understanding how your data is stored, accessed, and potentially reused has never been more important.

In this blog, Marcus Wolter, Bianca Lindau, Takahiro Miyazaki and Crystel Saraie break down how major platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot handle user data, and what professionals should consider when using AI tools with sensitive or confidential information.

Read the full article: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/ai-data-clauses-confidentiality-risk/

Germany’s new coalition agreement introduces sweeping reforms aimed at streamlining corporate governance, boosting innov...
04/11/2025

Germany’s new coalition agreement introduces sweeping reforms aimed at streamlining corporate governance, boosting innovation, and supporting early-stage companies and investors. From tax cuts and digitization to new venture funds and IP infrastructure, the agreement outlines a framework that could reshape the country’s business landscape. Written by Marcus Wolter, Bianca Lindau, and Crystel Saraie.

Read more: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/germany-2025-coalition-agreement-corporate-law-tech/

Patent portfolios are playing an increasingly central role in company valuations, but not all portfolios are created equ...
04/11/2025

Patent portfolios are playing an increasingly central role in company valuations, but not all portfolios are created equal. Keegan Caldwell outlines three red flags legal professionals should watch for during IP due diligence. As forward-looking IP valuations become more common, attorneys must sharpen their ability to distinguish between patent promise and patent reality.

Read the full article: https://caldwelllaw.com/news/3-patent-portfolio-red-flags/

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