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USPTO introduces new Patent Basics webpage
May 16, 2023
The complexity of the patent application process may be a barrier for novice inventors. The USPTO’s Council for Inclusive Innovation (CI²) revamped Patent Basics webpage to “demystify the patent process, enabling new innovators to make informed decisions and further broadening…
Read More2023 Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program
May 1, 2023
The 2023 Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program offers opportunities for independent inventors, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to learn about resources available to the AANHPI innovation community. Get inspired by stories of excellence from AANHPI…
Read MoreInvention-Con 2023: Building tomorrow’s innovation
April 25, 2023
Invention-Con is the USPTO’s annual conference for independent inventors, entrepreneurs, and small business owners whose success depends on guarding their creative work. Do you have a great idea you want to commercialize? Then join the United States Patent and Trademark…
Read MoreUSPTO ushers in new era with introduction of electronic patent grants
February 27, 2023
Beginning April 18, 2023, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is shifting towards issuing paper waste-reducing electronic patent grants (eGrants) to patent recipients—a new process that delivers the official copy of patent grants in an electronic format. We will…
Read More2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium
February 27, 2023
The USPTO kicks off their 2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium 3 part series this Wednesday, March 1st. Hear from women who are leading change in their fields as they share their experiences as innovators, entrepreneurs, and role models. Part one: Leading…
Read MoreUSPTO’s 2023 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program
February 1, 2023
Mark your calendars for the USPTO’s 2023 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program events on February 10, 14, and 24 and get inspired by Black entrepreneurs, small business owners, and inventors. Register today: USPTO
Read More2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium Event Series
January 9, 2023
On January 18th, the USPTO will launch their 2023 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium (WES) event series. The annual WES offers attendees a chance to learn about innovation and business from public and private sector experts. Learn about navigating today’s changing marketplace;Explore…
Read MoreUSPTO implements new deadlines to respond to office actions for applications and registrations
October 13, 2022
Beginning on December 3, 2022, instead of the current six months, trademark applicants will have three months (with a possible three-month extension) to respond to an office action issued during the examination of a trademark application at the United States…
Read MoreFree, Online 2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program
February 8, 2022
Are you a current or aspiring inventor or entrepreneur? Would you like to learn from successful innovators and subject matter experts about keys to success and how to use your creativity to reach your full potential? If so, be sure…
Read MoreUSPTO launches new Patent Public Search Tool and Webpage
February 1, 2022
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today announced a new Patent Public Search tool that provides more convenient, remote, and robust full-text searching of all U.S. patents and published patent applications. In the past, users could only access…
Read MoreIndiana Small Business Development Center Announces $15,000 Business Development Grant Opportunity
January 28, 2022
Applications are now open for the Indiana Technical Assistance Program (INTAP) through Feb. 20, 2022. This exciting statewide initiative connects small businesses with critical professional assistance to complete growth and improvement projects. Through INTAP, eligible small businesses may apply to…
Read MoreTrademark Owners Beware of Fraudulent Solicitations
September 20, 2021
Entities such as Patent and Trademark Office, LLC, and Patent and Trademark Bureau, LLC give a false impression that they are the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), scamming more than 2,900 U.S. trademark registrants out of millions of…
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