The Robots Are Coming...to Help You Patent! The Patent Office's New Pilot Program for AI Patent Searches: Ep.161
What happens when the USPTO lets artificial intelligence join the patent process? In this episode, I breaks down the brand-new Automated Search Pilot Program, a six-month experiment where AI runs a pr...
19 Okt 202510min
When Ideas Defend Themselves: The Strange Rules of Intellectual Property Ep.160
Not all intellectual property rights are automatic. Some appear the moment you create, others only when you use, file, or keep them locked away. Join me in the latest episode of "The Patenting for Inv...
29 Aug 202510min
Lululemon Sues Costco - A Fashion Lawsuit You Can't Just Downward Dog Out Of Ep.159
Lululemon wants Costco to stop selling its copycat couture. In this episode, I cover the juicy new lawsuit between the premium yoga brand and the king of bulk, breaking down Lululemon's patent, tradem...
17 Jul 202513min
The Pre-Patent Power Play: Can I License My Invention While It's Still Patent Pending? Ep.158
Can you really license your invention before your patent is granted? In this episode of The Patenting for Inventors Podcast, I break down the risks, rewards, and real-world strategies behind licensing...
19 Jun 20259min
The Risk of Joint Ownership in Patents – And Why It's a Trap Ep.157
In this episode of Patenting for Inventors, we dive into the hidden pitfalls of joint patent ownership—and why it's often more trouble than it's worth. From licensing surprises to enforcement roadbloc...
30 Mai 20256min
Face Value: Protecting Your Identity with Name, Image, and Likeness Rights Ep.156
In this episode, we're diving into the world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights—what they are, why they matter, and how they're shaping everything from college sports to social media and AI. Wh...
20 Mai 20258min
Trademark Refused, Patent Approved: Illegal Intellectual Property Explained Ep.155
Can you patent an illegal invention? What about trademarking a product that breaks federal law—or copyrighting something downright criminal? In this episode of The Patenting for Inventors Podcast, you...
12 Mai 20259min
Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) be an Inventor? Guidance from the Patent Office Ep.154
Can AI be an inventor? The short answer is no—but the full story is more complex. In this episode, I break down the latest Patent Office guidance on AI-assisted inventions and what it means for invent...
29 Apr 20258min
