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Pepsi Files Patent to Put Pop Rocks in Granola Bars
In yet another food mashup, PepsiCo is hoping to make granola pop with the addition of "carbonated candy" like Pop Rocks.
By Kate Taylor
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Unlocking America’s Innovation Warehouse
Legal complexities have resulted in a system where only a judge can determine what a patent covers.
By Jay Walker
Business Legal
These 3 Legal Traps Can Stop a New Business in its Tracks
When it comes to these issues, the best policy is to avoid the risks.
Building a Business
A Quick Guide to Free Legal Services for Patenting Your Invention
The cost of a patent attorney is daunting for independent inventors but a government program makes it affordable, if you qualify.
By Kedma Ough
Marketing
Attorney Confession: Those Little TM and (R) Symbols Are More Important Than I Thought
Nobody knows everything, even in their own field. This lawyer got herself into trademark difficulty that a few simple steps would have avoided.
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7 Reasons Why Trademarks Are Important to Your Business
Trademarks are inexpensive to obtain and grow in value as your business grows. It is never too early to trademark your brand
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3 Things Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Patent Risk
For startups, patent trolls can be a major headache. Make sure you remain abreast of patent risk to avoid litigation with trolls.
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Why Protecting Intellectual Property Is Crucial to Business Success on 5 Counts
An ounce of prevention can be really worth the investment.
Business Legal
Tesla Gets Smacked With Trademark Lawsuit in China
A suit brought today by Zhan Baosheng, who registered the 'Tesla' trademark in China in 2006, could decelerate the electric car-maker's eastward expansion.
By Geoff Weiss
Business News
Tesla’s New Patent Strategy Makes Sense
For a large number of people to replace their gasoline-powered cars with electric- vehicles, many automakers need to make electric cars.
By Scott Shane
Tech
Smoke and Mirrors: Why We Aren’t Seeing More Digital Zombies Like Michael Jackson
The King of Pop's digitized performance at the Billboard Music Awards gave the world a glimpse into a captivating technology that faces serious hurdles, inside and out.
Business News
U.S. Deals Harsh, But Not Fatal, Blow Against Washington Redskins
Patent office rules that NFL team's name is 'disparaging' to Native Americans.
By Jaia Thomas
Building a Business
Tesla Motors Patents Now Available To Anyone
Elon Musk said the company is opening up its patents to competitors in 'the spirit of the open source movement.'
By Nina Zipkin
Tech
Photo-Taking Contact Lenses, Giant Crab Robots and Radiation-Blocking Underwear
A roundup of the 10 most interesting new technologies that make us scratch our heads and say, 'What the heck?'
By Jason Fell
Building a Business
How to Triage Your Intellectual Property Needs
While this protection can rack up a bill, businesses will gain certain competitive advantages in the process.
Business Ideas
Innovators, Watch Out for These Invention Killers
Don't be caught off-kilter by unexpected roadblocks and setbacks. Acquaint yourself with these keys for ushering new products into the marketplace.
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Google Wants to Patent Contact Lenses That Can Snap Photos
The tech company has a new patent application to apply Google Glass's camera feature to contact lenses.
By Laura Entis
Building a Business
A Primer on Patents: Who’s Getting Them, Where and How Long It’s Taking (Infographic)
As Washington continues to mull new patent legislation, here's a snapshot of the U.S. patent landscape.
Building a Business
Want to Text and Walk and Still See Where You’re Going? Apple Has a Patent for That.
Apple has filed a patent for 'transparent texting.'
By Laura Entis
Tech
Apple Engineer Provides Rare Glimpse Into iPhone Invention Secrets
As Apple prepares to wage yet another patent suit against Samsung, a key engineer is sharing insight into the enigmatic company's creative processes.
By Geoff Weiss
Building a Business
How to Avoid Trademark Infringement
Infringing on someone else's trademark is no laughing matter. Attorney Doug Wolf offers up advice on what entrepreneurs need to know about trademark infringement.
By Doug Wolf
Tech
Apple Might Bring Back Something Steve Jobs Hated: The Stylus.
Despite its founder's notorious disdain for them, Apple could release a surprisingly slick "iPen" stylus. Or not.
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7 Persistent Myths About Intellectual Property
Misunderstandings about patents and copyrights can cost your business. Avoid these traps.
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When It Makes Sense to Hire a Patent Attorney
While patent attorneys can be costly, they can help protect your ideas and work, which can save you money down the road.
By Doug Wolf
Thought Leaders
Have a Burning Business Question? Ask the Expert: Doug Wolf.
Attorney Doug Wolf wants to answer your big startup questions about trademarks, copyright, due diligence and working with venture groups.
Building a Business
How to Take Advantage of the “First-to-File” Patent System
There were big changes last year to who acquires protection. Here are answers to four common questions.
By Kirby Drake
Business News
Apple’s Latest Patent Will Let You Pick Up During a Voicemail
Apple was awarded today a patent for technology that will enable iPhone users to listen to voicemails as they're being left, as well as to pick up mid-message.
By Geoff Weiss