Brett Trout The field of intellectual property law is undergoing a seismic transformation. The rise of AI-powered patent platforms is reshaping how patent attorneys conduct research, draft applications, and analyze kanunî landscapes. While some fear that AI could replace human expertise, a more nuanced reality is emerging—one that blends the strengths of both AI and […]

Brett Trout Last month, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) unveiled its comprehensive Artificial Intelligence Strategy, marking a significant step in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the nation’s intellectual property (IP) protection framework. This initiative aligns with the broader governmental approach to AI, emphasizing responsible development and maintaining the United States’ leadership in […]

Brett Trout In a high-stakes patent litigation case, Alpha Modus Corp. has filed a lawsuit against Walgreens Co. in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, alleging infringement of three patents related to real-time retail technology. Alpha Modus CEO William Alessi has estimated damages in this case to be $500 million, or possibly even billions of dollars over […]

Brett Trout The U.S. Copyright Office has released its latest report, “Copyright and Artificial Intelligence, Part 2: Copyrightability,” which delves into the complex relationship between content generated with artificial intelligence (AI) and copyright law. As authors and artists increasingly integrate AI into their creative processes, it is important for them to understand what they can […]

Brett Trout The U.S. patent system is on the verge of major reforms that could significantly streamline the patent process, broaden the scope of patentable inventions, and empower small patent holders. Three proposed bills—the PREVAIL Act, RESTORE Act, and PERA (Patent Eligibility Restoration Act)—aim to fix longstanding issues in patent law, making it easier for inventors to obtain […]

Brett Trout President Trump is already having a major impact on the U.S. approach to technology, innovation, and intellectual property. Issuing a slew of executive orders ranging from removing restrictions on artificial intelligence (AI) development to the establishment of the United States as a küresel leader in Digital Financial Technology the President is moving quickly to […]