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Intellectual Property refers to the creations of the human mind and has been increasingly recognised through the years for the value it brings to the development and growth of society. Intellectual Property laws encourage the continued growth and contributions of Intellectual Property by providing the creators protection for their intellectual creations. There are several Intellectual Property laws for protecting various Intellectual Property, such as Patents, Designs, Trade Marks, and Copyright. Each Intellectual Property law defines the requirements for obtaining protection and exclusions from protection. For example, in the Republic of South Africa, the South African Patents Act 57 of 1978 ('Patents Act') mentions specific subject matter that is not patentable. ....
To obtain the grant of a patent in South Africa, it is necessary to file a patent application accompanied by a complete patent specification. The grant of a patent prevents others from exploiting the owner's invention for a limited period. However, to enjoy this exclusivity, the owner must fully disclose the invention in the patent specification so that others may exploit it once the patent expires. This article answers FAQs about patent protection in South Africa. ....
If you have you have just been granted a patent for an invention, what should you do next? You would have applied for a patent in order to protect your invention, presumably as a tool to prevent others from infringing a patent granted on your application, or as a tool to license, cross-license or negotiate with others, with a view to monetising your patent. ....
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In 1742, poet Thomas Gray wrote, “Where ignorance is bliss, ‘tis folly to be wise”. But Gray did not mean what we have since assumed: that ignorance is literally bliss. Instead, he referred to being ignorant as a child and therefore being able to enjoy the wonders of life, without having to bear the considerable burden of adult responsibilities. ....