Building a Business
The Rising Threat of Patent Trolls and What You Can Do to Protect Your Startup
Tim Sparapani of Application Developers Alliance provides insight into the world of patent trolls.
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Marketing
How to Defend Your Designs Against Knockoffs
There are many ways to fight copycats--and they may even lead to opportunities.
Building a Business
Patent vs. Market Penetration: Where Should Your Focus Be?
Veteran venture capitalist Jason Green on why gaining market share is critical for early-stage startups.
By Jason Green
Business News
What the Apple vs. Samsung Lawsuit Means for the Future of Smartphone Design
Samsung was ordered to pay Apple $1 billion for infringing on its patents. Will this change the way other mobile devices are made?
By Amy Gahran
Building a Business
What Your Business Can Learn From Apple’s Battle with Samsung
If you think a competitor copied your patented products or services, here are some ways to stand in the way of their efforts.
Building a Business
How to Navigate the New Patent Law
The age-old patent system is set to be reformed. Here's how the new law might change how or whether you get a patent.
By Diana Ransom
Building a Business
Some Jobs Act Proposals Make Headway
Even as Congress considers which if any of the President's jobs measures to pass, some of his proposals are already gaining traction.
By Diana Ransom
Business News
Register, Protect and Defend
How to stake and protect your claim when it comes to intellectual property.
Building a Business
Don’t File for That Patent Yet
Instead of a utility patent, a provisional patent or a trademark could be a better first step.
Building a Business
How to Search for Existing Patents
Before you spend a lot of time an energy creating the next big thing, use a patent search to make sure it hasn't already been done.
Building a Business
Should You Share Your Idea Without Patent Protection?
Want to share your idea before you have a patent on it? Our Invention Protection Expert explains why that may not be a good idea.