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Decoding Semiconductor IP Legal Battles: A Focus on the Role of Schematics and Layouts

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Ever wondered how the size of modern devices has been shrinking at such a rapid pace?  From sluggish brick-sized phones to palm-sized smartphones, we have come a long way – thanks to the ever-evolving semiconductor technology...more

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USPTO Launches Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program

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On December 1, the United States Patent and Trademark Office launched the Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program. As part of the Office’s efforts to support the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS)...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

USPTO Introduces Pilot Program For Expedited Review of Semiconductor Manufacturing-Related Patent Applications

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On December 1, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced that it is implementing the Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program, effective immediately, to incentivize intellectual property protection for...more

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USPTO Launches Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program to Expedite Patent Examinations and Support the CHIPS Act

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The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) launched the Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program on December 1, 2023 for patent applications for processes or apparatuses for manufacturing semiconductor devices. Applications...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

Conducting Examinations Faster: USPTO Introduces New Pilot Program for Semiconductor Manufacturing Applications

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) initiated a program on December 1, 2023 to encourage research, development, and innovation in the semiconductor manufacturing space. The Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

USPTO Pilot Program Expedites Examination of Patent Applications Directed to Semiconductor Manufacturing In Support of CHIPS Act

Key Takeaways - To support the CHIPS Act of 2022, the USPTO initiated a pilot program that provides expedited examination of certain patent applications directed to manufacturing semiconductor devices, potentially reducing...more

Locke Lord LLP

USPTO Announces Fast Track ‎Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program

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On November 30, 2023, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced a new pilot program for applicants to freely expedite examinations of applications directed to semiconductor manufacturing, including...more

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