USPTO Update: Potential Changes Under the Trump Administration
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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
USPTO’s “After Final Consideration Pilot Program 2.0” Set to Expire December 14, 2024
The USPTO’s “After Final Consideration Pilot Program 2.0” (AFCP 2.0) will officially expire on December 14, 2024.
Read MoreUnlocking the Power of Experience: The Strategic Advantage of a Free "Petition to Make Special" for Inventors Over Age 65
An underutilized tool that can significantly expedite the patent examination process is the "Petition to Make Special" based on an inventor’s age.
Read MoreRecent Notable Xerox Patent Issuances
“Xerox’s innovation streak continued with the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 11,984,701 on May 14, 2024. This patent, also filed and prosecuted to issuance by the Ortiz & Lopez firm, covers a sophisticated system for electronically controlling and driving semiconductor lasers, aimed at improving image conversion and quality.”
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