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Trademark Application of "Shape Of Goods Of Bottle by Research And Production Company Melt Water Uab" Trademark Examination Report of "Shape Of Goods Of Bottle by Research And Production Company Melt Water Uab" Shape Necessary to Obtain a Technical Result A mark consisting of a shape that is dictated by a technical function is not registrable.
Step 2: Refer to the NICE Classification Use official sources like: WIPO Nice Classification IP India Public Class List Step 3: Conduct a Trademark Search Use: IPIndia TM Public Search or Quick Company Search Tool Search by class and keyword Review well-known marks Check goods/service descriptions Step 4: Draft Specific Descriptions Avoid general terms.
Commercial and Strategic Perspective Use of Patents in Tech Business Purpose Role of Patents Funding & Valuation Startups leverage IP for investor confidence and due diligence Licensing Revenue Tech giants monetize via FRAND licensing or cross-licensing Defensive Strategy Patent portfolios deter litigation and secure negotiation leverage Exit/Acquisition Strategy Patent-rich companies attract higher acquisition offers Case Study: Google acquired Motorola Mobility in 2011 primarily for its patent portfolio, valued at over $5.5 billion in IP alone.
Licensing & Monetization Opportunities Spot emerging companies or industries potentially using your IP Initiate royalty discussions, licensing, or cross-licensing negotiations Assert your rights more confidently in court or settlement Real-World Use Cases Company Strategy Enabled by Patent Watch Qualcomm Licensing mobile chip technology by tracking global players Infosys Avoiding patent thickets in U.S. fintech space Dr.
"Patent troll" is an informal term used to describe non-practicing entities (NPEs) — individuals or companies that do not make, use, or sell products or services based on their patents, but rather enforce patents solely to extract licensing fees or litigation settlements.