Please read it. Nov 11, 2009
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS ... You should only use the Intellectual Property Notification form or send a written notice if you believe that your work has been used or copied in a manner that infringes your intellectual property rights and such infringement has occurred on this website. (The Palm Beach Post)
Adams Golf Announces Results for Third Quarter 2009 Nov 11, 2009
Such statements reflect the current view of Adams Golf with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions related to certain factors including, without limitation, the following: the impact of changing economic conditions, our ability to further reduce fixed costs; product development difficulties; product approval and conformity to governing body regulations; assembly difficulties; competing product introductions; patent infringement risks; uncertainty... (Primezone Releases)
Top Image Systems Reports Financial Results for the Third Quarter of 2009 Nov 10, 2009
These statements are based on management's current expectations or beliefs and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially including, but not limited to, risks in product development plans and schedules, rapid technological change, changes and delays in product approval and introduction, customer acceptance of new products, the impact of competitive products and pricing, market acceptance, the lengthy sales cycle, proprietary rights of... (Primezone Releases)
Fears copyright trade agreement could criminalise the internet Nov 10, 2009
The Government does not seek to use ACTA to drive change in Australia's domestic regime for [intellectual property rights] protection,'' said a department spokesman. Irrespective of negotiations, no decision regarding joining any ACTA will be made without extensive public consultation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
DivX, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results Nov 10, 2009
These factors include, but are not limited to: the risk that customer use of DivX technology may not grow as anticipated; the risk that anticipated market opportunities, including Internet TV, may not materialize at expected levels, or at all; uncertainties related to the current macroeconomic climate; the risk that the Company's activities may not result in the growth of profitable revenue; risks related to the implementation of the acquisition of AnySource Media; the risk that the Company's... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Najib on whats needed to raise income Nov 10, 2009
He also said there were 2,000 MSC status companies with 4,000 intellectual property rights and they had contributed RM7. 09bil in exports last year. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Racy Web Site Draws UNL's Ire Nov 9, 2009
Turan Odabasi, a university intellectual property rights attorney, said HotHuskers. com never sought - and still doesn't have - permission to use the material. (7 KETV Omaha)
EU, India hope for FTA in 2010 but hurdles remain Nov 7, 2009
The EU has been seeking to include global warming, intellectual property rights and child-labour policies in the stalled negotiations but India has opposed the incorporation of what it calls "extraneous" non-trade issues. "We have expressed the hope the negotiations can be completed in one year," Premier Manmohan Singh told reporters after the 10th India-European Union Summit in the Indian capital. (Yahoo! Asia News)
American International Industries, Inc. Plans to Expand Into Water Purification and Desalination Business Nov 7, 2009
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those that we may anticipate in each of our segments reflected by our subsidiaries' operations include without limitations, continued value of our real estate portfolio, the strength of the real estate market in Houston, Texas as a whole, continued acceptance of the Company's products and services, increased levels of competition, new products and technology changes, the dependence upon financing, third party suppliers and... (Primezone Releases)
Uganda: Counterfeits Bill Threatens Access to Medicine Nov 7, 2009
The Counterfeit Goods Bill seeks to prohibit trade in goods that ostensibly infringe intellectual property rights ... "Internationally, there is a big push towards intellectual property enforcement for trade reasons. With the trade negotiations going on at the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the U.S. and European Union will have to reduce subsidies for agricultural production. All that remains are technology-based goods. That is where intellectual property rights enforcement comes in," Musungu... (allAfrica.com)
India hopes to complete EU trade talks in 2010: PM Manmohan Singh Nov 7, 2009
The two sides launched negotiations in 2007 for a free trade agreement (FTA), but progress was slow due to differences over intellectual property rights and EU efforts to link trade with climate and India's social sector performance. In recent months, India has expedited trade talks with various trading blocs, including the European Union and the United States, to boost its exports, which have been declining since September 2008. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
* Minister of finance pushes cross-strait tariff pacts Nov 6, 2009
Economics Committee decided yesterday to ask the Executive Yuan to raise the issue of protection of intellectual property rights (IPR) in the fifth round of cross-strait talks, scheduled for the first half of next year. Both ruling and opposition legislators on the committee approved a resolution demanding that relevant agencies raise the issue with China. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
FDA approves Covidien drug Nov 6, 2009
Nuvo owns and maintains the intellectual property rights to the products and also will be responsible for manufacturing. Covidien anticipates the drug s launch in the first half of calendar 2010. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
China defends export restrictions Nov 6, 2009
The US wants to see Chinese restrictions lessened on US agriculture, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications and business services, and improved protection of intellectual property rights and co-operation on clean energy technology. And in September the US imposed punitive duties of up to 35% on imports of Chinese-made tyres. (BBC News -- Americas)
Spring Design Sues Barnes & Noble Over E-Reader Nov 5, 2009
"Spring Design unfortunately had to take the appropriate action to protect its intellectual property rights," Eric Kmiec, Spring Design's vice president of sales and marketing, said in a statement. "We showed the Alex e-book design to Barnes in good faith with the intention of working together to provide a superior dual screen e-book to the market.". (SmallBusinessComputing)
Neutral Tandem Announces 2009 Third Quarter Financial Results Nov 4, 2009
Factors that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to: the impact of current and future regulation affecting the telecommunications industry; technological developments; the effects of competition; natural or man-made disasters; the impact of current or future litigation; the ability to attract, develop and retain executives and other qualified employees; the ability to obtain and protect intellectual property rights; changes in general economic or market conditions; and... (Primezone Releases)
Timminco Provides Update on Class Action Lawsuits Nov 4, 2009
Timminco cautions that forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause Timminco's actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such information, including, but not limited to: global economic conditions; liquidity risks; credit risks; customer commitments for solar grade silicon; customer deposits; solar grade silicon production costs; quality of solar grade silicon; selling... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Ridley Inc. Reports Financial Results for Fiscal 2010 First Quarter Nov 3, 2009
In the first quarter of 2010, RNS purchased manufacturing equipment and certain intellectual property rights from Golden Lyk, LLC and its parent company, Denco, LLC that were used in the production of compressed feed blocks. The acquired manufacturing equipment will be relocated to the existing RNS block facility in Worthington, Minnesota where it will contribute to expanding the RNS product mix and improving access to customers in the U.S. Midwestern states. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
* ECCT report urges Taiwan to sign ECFA with China Oct 31, 2009
The chamber expressed frustration over the governments failure to resolve agrochemical intellectual property rights infringements and a ban on certain electronic imports. It also urged the government to create a robust tax system to enhance Taiwans competitiveness in attracting foreign direct investments as well as to take the initiative in implementing energy-saving measures. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Perfect World Announces Appointment to the Board of Directors Oct 31, 2009
Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our limited operating history, our ability to protect our intellectual property rights, our ability to respond to competitive pressure, changes of the regulatory environment in China, and economic slowdown in China and/or elsewhere. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in Perfect World's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including its annual report on Form 20-F. Perfect World... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* US, PRC hold key trade talks before Obama visit Oct 30, 2009
Locke said priority market access issues would be addressed in the fields of agriculture, clean energy, pharmaceuticals and telecoms, along with the protection of intellectual property rights. The US trade deficit with China is the widest Washington has with any country, totalling US$143. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Web to be truly worldwide Oct 30, 2009
There are worries too that it will make the protection of intellectual property rights that much harder. But the first step along the road will be a relatively small one. (BBC News -- Technology)
Ford, China group nearer to Volvo deal Oct 29, 2009
Any agreement would include details about sharing intellectual property rights and engineering, the person said. Ford has wanted to unload Volvo since last year to raise cash and focus its efforts on its Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury lines. (Boston Globe)
US, China huddle for high-level trade talks Oct 29, 2009
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GE official sees risk for coal Oct 28, 2009
Unlike several developing nations, the U.S. is equipped with the intellectual property rights that allow business to monetize its products and services. But what the nation currently lacks, Atwell said, is the market demand for those technologies. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Harris Corporation Reports First Quarter Results; Fiscal 2010 Guidance Increased on Strong Orders for Tactical Radios Oct 28, 2009
"We also received orders associated with the MRAP-ATV (mine resistant ambush protected all-terrain vehicle) program and are expecting significant additional orders in the second quarter."We have significantly increased our full-year fiscal 2010 guidance to reflect much higher than expected tactical radio orders from the U.S. Department of Defense and the positive impact on expected revenue and earnings," Lance said.Increased Earnings GuidanceThe company has revised its guidance for non-GAAP... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Wen delivers strong message for East Asian co-op Oct 27, 2009
At the Oct. 23-25 Hua Hin summits, Wen brought not only good news of China's economic rebound, but also a six-point proposal for strengthening cooperation between China and ASEAN, which included building an economic cooperation zone and boosting cooperation in such sectors as investment, agriculture, intellectual property rights, infrastructure construction and culture. Wen emphasized that challenge could turn into opportunity, cooperation could bring strength, while innovation could contribute... (Xinhuanet, China)
Changyou Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results Oct 26, 2009
The increases were primarily due to the expansion of back-office headcount and an increase in legal expenses to enforce the Company's intellectual property rights. Operating Profit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
China, ASEAN sign MOUs to deepen co-op Oct 26, 2009
HUA HIN, Thailand, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on the establishment of a China-ASEAN center and two MOUs on cooperation on intellectual property rights and technological standards. Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (7th L) and other leaders pose for a group photo during the 12th summit between ASEAN and China, Japan and South Korea (10+3) in Hua Hin, Thailand, on Oct. 24, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
E Asia, ASEAN cooperate for common good Oct 26, 2009
Ten documents, ranging from deepening cooperation in disaster relief to intellectual property rights protection, were signed Sunday. Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva, the host and current chair of the ASEAN presidency, urged ASEAN countries to get closer to become more influential in the international community. (Xinhuanet, China)
China makes proposal for co-op with ASEAN Oct 25, 2009
The premier called for protection of intellectual property rights, removal of technical trade barriers and establishment of a unified fauna and flora quarantine system. Second, to accelerate the construction of infrastructure facilities, the two sides should reach an agreement as early as possible on priority projects under the strategic plan of China-ASEAN cooperation in transportation, and also reach an agreement as early as possible on the memorandum of understanding on China-ASEAN customs... (Xinhuanet, China)
Crowds will grow from grass roots Oct 25, 2009
The game must come together posthaste to solve the issue of intellectual property rights over the football family nationwide. With every participant's details stored at national level, a database marketing system could be developed which is precisely targeted demographically, returns revenues to all levels of the game and makes full use of its massive scale. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Honors await those who turn tables after 60 Oct 25, 2009
Climatic differences: One of the key stumbling blocks in the U.N. climate negotiations, which are staggering toward the Copenhagen summit in December, is the issue of intellectual property rights relating to the transfer of U.S. emissions-reducing technologies to developing nations. India and China essentially want them given away. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Staff Editorial: Provide a book list for class registration Oct 23, 2009
Some could argue that there are intellectual property rights issues with posting class syllabi online. While this may be a roadblock, we believe it is a basic student right to be able to develop a manageable class schedule. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Geely, Ford talks for Volvo unit may 'fall apart' Oct 22, 2009
Geely Holding Group Co's 10-month effort to buy Volvo from Ford Motor Co may fall apart within days as the companies struggle to agree on intellectual property rights, two people familiar with the talks said ... Concerns about intellectual property rights have hindered Chinese automakers' attempts to make acquisitions, slowing overseas expansion plans. (People's Daily Online, China)
Bisleri told not to use Maaza logo Oct 21, 2009
NEW DELHI: The Coca-Cola Company on Tuesday won the legal battle with Bisleri International over the intellectual property rights (IPR) of mango drink Maaza, with the Delhi High Court refraining Ramesh Chauhans packaged water company from using Maaza brand name in India ... The Coca-Cola Company on Tuesday won the legal battle with Bisleri International over the intellectual property rights (IPR) of mango drink Maaza, with the Delhi High Court refraining Ramesh Chauhans packaged water... (India Times)
Ford could back out of Volvo sale Oct 21, 2009
- Co. s 10-month effort to sell Volvo to China s Geely Holding Group Co. may fall apart within days as the companies struggle to agree on intellectual property rights, two people familiar with the talks said. Ford and Geely are meeting in London this week to try to resolve the US automaker s concerns about sharing technology and future product plans, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the negotiations are private. (Boston Globe)
Ford, Geely Talks on Volvo Said to Falter on Intellectual-Property Issues Oct 21, 2009
Oct. 21 (Bloomberg) -- s 10-month effort to buy Volvo from may fall apart within days as the companies struggle to agree on intellectual property rights, two people familiar with the talks said ... Concerns about intellectual property rights have hindered Chinese automakers attempts to make acquisitions, slowing overseas expansion plans ... The European Union and the U.S. have previously criticized Chinas defense of intellectual property rights and the production of pirated goods. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Business briefs Oct 21, 2009
Ford Motor Co.'s 10-month effort to sell Volvo to China's Geely Holding Group may fall apart within days as the companies struggle to agree on intellectual property rights, two people familiar with the talks said ... Ford Motor Co.'s 10-month effort to sell Volvo to China's Geely Holding Group may fall apart within days as the companies struggle to agree on intellectual property rights, two people familiar with the talks said. (New York Post -- Business)
Boston Scientific lowers guidance, stock falls Oct 21, 2009
Boston Scientific also settled litigation with over intellectual property rights tied to Boston Scientific s cardiac stents, a move that cost the company $716 million. Boston Scientific s (NYSE: BSX) stock was priced around $8. (Boston Business Journal, MA)
Andrew Peller Limited Announces Its Intent to Sell Its Ownership in Granville Island Brewing Company Ltd. Oct 20, 2009
With respect to forward-looking statements contained in this news release, the Company has made assumptions and applied certain factors regarding, among other things: future grape, glass bottle and wine prices; its ability to obtain grapes, imported wine, glass and its ability to obtain other raw materials; fluctuations in the U.S./Canadian dollar exchange rates; its ability to market products successfully to its anticipated customers; the trade balance within the domestic Canadian wine market;... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Mountain West Conference Announces Week 6 Football Fan Favorite Photo Contest Winner Oct 17, 2009
Brian Smith of Jordan, Utah, snapped photo to win (Themwc.com)
Putin on the Ritz: Russian PM floats song contest Oct 17, 2009
Eurovision's organizers sounded flattered by the proposal Friday, but also reminded the former KGB officer that he can't create a televised pan-regional songfest without buying the intellectual property rights from them. "We own the rights to an international song contest. We would be happy to sell the format to Prime Minister Putin," said Bjoern Erichsen, a director with the European Broadcasting Union. (CBS News -- World)
Software pirates hijack Windows 7 China debut Oct 17, 2009
Violation of intellectual property rights has been an ongoing sore spot in China's relations with its major trading partners, even as it cracks down on rampant piracy of everything from fake Gucci bags to bootleg software ... "Piracy in China is reducing year by year because the government is placing more attention on it and prices between the real and fake have narrowed," said Qian Liyong, director of the EU-China Project on the protection of intellectual property rights, based in Beijing. (MSNBC -- Crime)
BACKGROUND: AP, artist feud over famous Obama posters Oct 17, 2009
The AP contends news organizations need to protect their intellectual property rights so they can continue providing information, an endeavor financed in part by licensing their material to others. "This lawsuit is about protecting the content that The Associated Press and its journalists produce every day, with creativity, at great cost, and often at great risk," AP President and CEO Tom Curley said in a statement. (USA Today)
Police bust 2 syndicates involved in sale of fake branded apparel, shoes Oct 16, 2009
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Infringement suit pending against major Plano corporations (769) Oct 16, 2009
Internet technology provider Eolas Technologies Inc. filed the Texas federal lawsuit Oct. 6 in the Eastern District Court to assert the companys intellectual property rights based on two patents. Mike McKool, the attorney representing Eolas, said the company investigated and found that the 23 companies named in the suit learned about his clients patents, granted in 1993 and 1998, for technology that enables Web browsers to act as platforms for fully interactive embedded applications. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
U.S. to strengthen trade relations with India Oct 14, 2009
It has five Focus Groups: Agriculture, Investment, Innovation & Creativity (intellectual property rights), Services, and Tariff & Non-Tariff Barriers. Besides bilateral trade relationship, Kirk and Sharma acknowledged the productive Doha Round discussions that took place last week in Paris. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Premier Wu promises better environment for small firms Oct 13, 2009
Wu said Mas schedule had been tight recently, but that the government would step up efforts to improve the business environment in terms of fighting counterfeiting and improving protection of intellectual property rights. This story has been viewed 311 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
RM794,300 worth of pirated software seized from college Oct 12, 2009
He lauded the Malaysian government for its commitment to protecting intellectual property rights in Malaysia as the 30 cases filed by the ministry was the highest in comparison to the rest of Asia. "The regional average in Asia Pacific for piracy is around 61 percent whereas Malaysia only has a 59 percent piracy rate, which is two percent lower than the rest of the region. "Also, over the last four to five years, the piracy rate for software has never gone up, it either stays the same or has... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
GM Signs Deal To Sell Hummer Brand Oct 11, 2009
GM said Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co. will acquire 80 percent of the Hummer brand, trademarks and trade names plus intellectual property rights needed to build Hummer vehicles. The remaining 20 percent will go to Suolang Duoji, a private entrepreneur. (KWTX.com, TX)
Chinese co. gets Hummer Oct 10, 2009
Tengzhong will acquire the Hummer brand, trademark and intellectual property rights needed to make the vehicles ... Tengzhong will acquire the Hummer brand, trademark and intellectual property rights needed to make the vehicles. (New York Post -- Business)
'Indians too focussed on salaried jobs' Oct 10, 2009
"The middle class has to be educated in information privacy, intellectual property rights, commitment to vocations and the ability to ask pertinent questions right from college - and across the board. The Indian education system gags students from Day one when the teacher tells the child to shut up," Bagchi said. The writer also talks about "new world imperatives" in professions like gender issues, cross-cultural sensitivity, governance and sustainability. (India Times)
More films getting embroiled in legal suit Oct 10, 2009
With Indian courts increasingly inclined towards protecting original works (intellectual property rights as we know it), there is a greater emphasis on litigation to protect copyright and trademark infringement. Very few cases are legitimate while most seem initiated as a publicity gimmick, says Ameet Naik, managing partner, Naik Naik Co ates, which represents most of the entertainment industry in these matters. (India Times)
Africa: NGOs Welcome EU's Vow Not to Push Continent Into EPAs Oct 10, 2009
According to Maes, when the negotiations started, "the EC came with a mandate that went far beyond the Cotonou agreement and WTO requirements to include services, investment, government procurement, competition law, trade facilitation, intellectual property rights and data protection.". Investment, competition and government procurement, also known as the "Singapore issues", were thrown out of the WTO Doha Development Round in July 2004 due to the fierce opposition of developing countries. (allAfrica.com)
Xi urges closer cooperation between China, Belgium Oct 10, 2009
The two governments also should enhance administrative surveillance and management by protecting intellectual property rights and improving market order to provide a good environment for each other's companies, Xi said. During the speech, Xi also reviewed the rapid development of bilateral ties between China and the European Union (EU). (Xinhuanet, China)
IBM 'in anti-competition probe' Oct 9, 2009
"IBM intends to co-operate with any inquiries from the Department of Justice. "We continue to believe there is no merit to T3's claims, and that IBM is fully entitled to enforce our intellectual property rights and protect the investments that we have made in our technologies. " Bookmark with: Print Sponsor SEE ALSO 20 Jan 09 | Business 16 Jan 09 | Business 13 May 08 | Business 06 Jun 08 | Technology 16 Apr 08 | Business 26 Feb 08 | Business RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for... (BBC News -- Americas)
Justice Department Opens IBM Antitrust Probe Oct 8, 2009
"IBM intends to cooperate with any inquiries from the Department of Justice. We continue to believe there is no merit to T3's claims, and that IBM is fully entitled to enforce our intellectual property rights and protect the investments that we have made in our technologies.". 1. (ABC News -- Wire)
Legal threat closes postcode feed Oct 7, 2009
Commenting on its action the Royal Mail said: "We have not asked anyone to close down a website. "We have simply asked a third party to stop allowing unauthorised access to Royal Mail data, in contravention of our intellectual property rights," it added in a statement. The third party was Ernestmarples.com which supplied postcode data to the sites. Typically those wanting to use the regularly updated list of 1.7 million postcodes pay the Royal Mail for access. Many of the sites hit by the action... (BBC News -- Technology)
Coach Sues Target Over Handbag Designs Oct 7, 2009
"It always has been - and continues to be - Target's policy to respect the intellectual property rights of others.". With less than an hour remaining in trading Tuesday, Coach shares were up 64 cents at $32. (CBS News)
* ECFA may act as catalyst: Lai Oct 7, 2009
The planned agreement would cover investment guarantees and intellectual property rights, Lai said, adding it was hoped that a list of industries free from economic restrictions would be ready by next year. Regarding cross-strait negotiations on political issues, Lai said the time was not right to tackle such issues because of the controversy they raise and differences on both sides. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Coach sues Target over handbags Oct 7, 2009
"It always has been and continues to be Target s policy to respect the intellectual property rights of others," the spokeswoman said in a statement. Coach also in 2006, accusing the retailer of selling counterfeit purses. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Conceptus buys Ovion rights for $23.6M Oct 6, 2009
said Monday it acquired Ovion intellectual property rights from for $23. 6 million. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Coach sues Target over bags it says are copies Oct 6, 2009
It always has been and continues to be Target s policy to respect the intellectual property rights of others. Coach shares rose $1. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
* US groups press on China currency, trade Oct 4, 2009
There also is ample evidence of Chinas continuing failure to comply with its IPR [intellectual property rights] and market access commitments in the WTO, Michael Schlesinger said on behalf of the International Intellectual Property Alliance. This story has been viewed 269 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
