Understanding how hardware and firmware/software work together to perform desired functions or tasks is an important enabler to unlocking the value of intellectual properties in the systems (including embedded systems) area. Many patents require both hardware and certain algorithmic features which are often implemented in firmware. Based on an understanding of various embedded systems and […]
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Good Things Come in Small Packages
To keep up with the ever increasing demands of consumers’ expectations for greater computing power and mobility, the semiconductor industry strives to improve the performance and yield of new devices. By continuing to invest heavily in research and development efforts, chip makers aim to design even smaller transistors. In order to harness these advances and […]
The Art of the Claim Chart
Protecting your company’s intellectual property (IP) is a vital business practice. IP protection ensures that the unique elements of your products and processes are protected and solidifies your standing in the industry. When it comes to patentable technology, patent claims are your first line of defense as they put the world on notice to the […]
Technical Expert Insights on Strategic Patenting
Whether you are building your portfolio with new patents, looking to enter new markets or looking to monetize, it is critical to have a well thought out strategy. Starting with some basic questions; what’s in our portfolio now? Where do we want IP protection in the future? Where are the markets going? Asking these questions, […]
Defending Against Competitive Threats: How Reverse Engineering Services Saved this Software Business
In 1992, there was a high-profile U.S. software copyright case involving Nintendo’s NES video game console and cartridges. Reverse engineering services played a big part in the legal proceedings. The backstory goes like this … Nintendo developed a security system for their NES, so that only video games they developed would operate on the NES. […]
The Distressed Cannabis Business: An Alternative to Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is Not an Option Bankruptcy can be a very helpful tool for a distressed business. Bankruptcy allows a business to stop collection actions, discharge certain debts, cancel unfavorable contracts, and provides breathing room to restructure the business. What if your cannabis operation is struggling or failing – file for bankruptcy, right? Not so fast. […]