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January 31, 2024
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is implementing the Semiconductor Technology Pilot Program to expedite the examination of patent applications related to semiconductor manufacturing, research, and development.
December 5, 2023
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...
August 11, 2023
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) extended its Climate Change Mitigation Pilot Program (CCMPP) in June 2023, encouraging inventors to play a more significant role in mitigating climate change.
May 5, 2023
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office launches expedited program for first-time filers
April 24, 2023
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office launched a program in March to prioritize selected first-time patent applicants for the examination process required when applying for a patent.
December 23, 2020
Those who qualify for “Small Entity Status” at the USPTO enjoy a fifty-percent reduction for a variety of fees, including the basic filing fee, search fee, and examination fee. However, it should be noted that certain fees are not reduced, such as international application fees. Individuals, small business concerns, and non-profit organizations may all qualify for small entity status, regardless of the country in which they are located. Small business concerns are those who have fewer than...