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By waiving intellectual property filing fees for the sports sector, India has signalled a decisive shift towards recognising sports innovation, branding, and technology as key drivers of economic growth and commercial value Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal recently announced a landmark initiative granting a complete waiver of government fees for intellectual property […]
Introduction: The Evolving Patent Enforcement Landscape in the UAE Over the past decade, the United Arab Emirates has significantly strengthened its intellectual property framework in order to position itself as a regional hub for innovation, technology, and research-driven industries. As part of this transformation, the UAE has modernized its patent regime through Federal Decree Law No. […]
Patents are a cornerstone of innovation protection. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), obtaining a patent provides exclusive rights to an invention, but those rights are not carved in stone. Once a patent is granted, it can be challenged through several legal mechanisms. Understanding these processes is essential for both innovators defending their rights and […]
The Post-Grant Phase as the True Test of Patent Value Obtaining a patent grant in the United Arab Emirates marks a critical legal milestone, but it is only the beginning of a much longer and more commercially decisive phase. In practice, the post-grant period determines whether a patent remains a valuable business asset or deteriorates […]
Patent protection is a cornerstone of innovation, offering exclusive rights to inventors and businesses seeking to safeguard inventions, foster competitive advantage, and unlock commercialization opportunities. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), patent filing follows a structured legal and administrative framework under the Federal Law on the Protection of Intellectual Property Rights (UAE IP Law). This article provides […]
Why Patents Matter in the UAE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has firmly established itself as a regional and increasingly global hub for innovation. With strong national initiatives focused on advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, energy transition, healthcare, fintech, space technology, and smart infrastructure, the UAE is rapidly transitioning from a resource-driven economy to a knowledge-based […]
When monopoly ends, enforcement ends with it—except where past infringement leaves a financial trail. A decisive ruling on the limits of judicial relief after patent expiry, clarifying why exclusivity ends with the statutory term but monetary accountability for past infringement does not. In a significant intellectual property law ruling, the Delhi High Court has clarified how patent rights in […]
India’s traditional knowledge is vast and deeply rooted in its cultural heritage. From the ancient practices of Ayurveda and Yoga to systems like Unani, Siddha, and Sowa Rigpa, this knowledge reflects centuries of communal experimentation and refinement. The question that often arises is whether such knowledge can be patented in India. The short answer is […]
The Indian Patent Office (IPO) has revoked Novartis’ patent in India for its cardiac drug Vymada on the grounds of lack of novelty and inventive step. This decision not only impacts the pharmaceutical industry but also reinforces India’s jurisprudence on the delicate balance between rewarding innovation and safeguarding public health. Legal Basis for Revocation The […]
India’s patent ecosystem is shaped by a delicate balance: encouraging innovation while safeguarding public interest and cultural heritage. This balance plays out differently across industries, where the rules and interpretations of patentability can make or break an innovation strategy. Four sectors: pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence and software, green technologies, and traditional knowledge illustrate how India applies […]