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The branding dilemma for artificial intelligence

It is no exaggeration to say the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is already upon us with the World Economic Forum attributing the Fourth Industrial Revolution to the growth and consolidation of technologies such as AI, machine learning, deep learning and the Internet of Things (IoT).

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G1/22 and G2/22: changed priorities ahead at the EPO?

Two years after dismissing Broad Institute’s appeal against revocation of a CRISPR patent, the EPO will revisit questions on examination and validity of priority claims. Sheena Linehan of Potter Clarkson asks why US and European practice has again collided.

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White paper: How should you deal with the software in battery technology?

Today, software is about much more than desktop computer applications. Software is integral to almost every aspect of innovation and is found in a huge number of products because it offers greater functionality, control and connectivity; the battery and energy storage sector is no different.

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EC call for evidence on unitary SPCs

The European Commission has opened a call for evidence on proposals for a single procedure for the granting of SPCs across the European Union.