On October 24, 2024, the Federal Circuit took a key step in preventing standard-essential patent (SEP) holders from evading their voluntary commitments to license on fair, reasonable, and non-discriminatory (FRAND) terms. By reversing a North Carolina federal court’s denial of Lenovo’s request for an anti-suit injunction (ASI) against Ericsson, [...]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is powering a wide variety of accessibility tools and features for Americans to address an array of disabilities. For those of us with hearing impairment, voice recognition programs transcribe speeches and lectures in real-time. Meanwhile, facial and object recognition software helps translate a user’s surroundings so that [...]
“We are encouraged by the incoming Trump-Vance Administration’s support for small business pro-growth policies, including agency reform and an approach to regulation that promotes and protects innovation. It is critical that the government does not get in the way of opportunity and has leaders that recognize the impact that [...]
As elections shape new governments around the globe, small businesses are closely watching how the results will impact their ability to innovate and grow. In Europe, the re-election of Ursula von der Leyen as President of the European Commission kicks off an era of regulatory priorities that could significantly affect [...]
October 2024 Throughout the year, our policy team submits filings with government bodies worldwide to advocate for a regulatory environment that inspires and rewards innovation. From issues around regulating artificial intelligence to digital trade, our team is ACTive on a wide range of topics that could have a positive [...]