In this article, James E. Malackowski and Cole Kartman analyze the evolution of Technology Rights Enforcement (TRE) specific to patents, trade secrets, and copyrights and predict where the trends are heading.1 Introduction Established 25 years ago at the turn of the century by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), World IP Day celebrates the unique […]
Artificial Intelligence
The Need for an Efficient, Market-based Transactional Platform for Licensing Data and Artistic Content in the AI Era
Introduction Data and artistic content are essential inputs in the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies. In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, demand for high-quality data and artistic content is surging. Current methods of AI data collection, however, particularly data scraping, are risky and controversial due to the lack of […]
Expert Testimony and Fair Use: Decision in Alexander v. Take-Two Interactive Software
Earlier this week, Law360 reporter Ivan Moreno reported on the judge’s order in Alexander v. Take-Two Interactive Software Inc. et al. In the recent case of Alexander v. Take-Two Interactive Software Inc., case number 3:18-cv-00966, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois made a notable decision that may have implications for copyright […]
Inside the Healthcare Industry: The Growing Importance of Intellectual Property Valuations
Introduction Intellectual Property (IP) has always been important to healthcare and life sciences companies as they develop new therapies, products, and / or processes. But knowing how to value, manage, and protect their IP is a growing issue as healthcare companies think about their brands, strategic growth initiatives, investments, and how to license data. In […]
AI & IP: Who Profits from Productivity Increases?
Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a hot topic, and its potential to boost productivity has captured the attention of economists, computer scientists, and managers. A groundbreaking study conducted by economists from Stanford and MIT sheds light on the impact of generative AI (GAI) on worker productivity.1 In this article, I explore the study’s primary […]
The Importance of a Multi-Disciplinary Team When Analyzing, Valuing, and Transacting Technology and IP-Rich Companies
Historically, the roles of the appraiser, technologist, and investment banker were separate and unrelated functions in the deal-making process. However, as the global economy continues its decades-long transition from asset-heavy manufacturing to an intellectual property (IP) driven knowledge-based economy, the need for collaboration among these roles has become imperative to the comprehensive analysis of corporate […]
Ocean Tomo Patent Quality Study for Crain’s Chicago Business
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, announces the study of patent quality among Chicagoland companies, exclusively in the October 24 issue of Crain’s Chicago Business, recognizing invention among Chicagoland companies and their patent prosecution law firms. Dr. Alan Marco, Chief Economist for Ocean Tomo, having previously served as the Chief Economist for the U.S. […]
Chicago’s Most Innovative Companies
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, and Crain’s Chicago Business announce the 2022 edition of Chicago’s Most Innovative Companies. Crain’s Most Innovative Companies list includes icons and startups that are employing artificial intelligence, LEDs, cloud computing, Big Data and the internet of things to reinvent themselves, adapt to changing needs or solve new problems. […]