In this week’s Washington Intellectual Property News, the House Intellectual Property Subcommittee examines the impact five years after enactment of the Music Modernization Act. Also, the United States Copyright Office (USCO) will be discussing its latest policy on AI-generated content. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) also provides guidance on the Trademark Trial and Appeals Board (TTAB) process.
Tuesday, June 27th
House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet
5 Years Later – Musical Modernization Act
Belmont University and online livestream Tuesday at 10am
The House subcommittee will hold a field hearing Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, to investigate the impact of the Music Modernization Act (MMA). Subcommittee members will also evaluate the system created by the MMA to administer comprehensive machine licenses and distribute machine license royalties. At the meeting, delegates will also consider potential reforms of the bill.
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Navigating the Appeal Process of the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board
Online webinar at 2:00 pm Tuesday
The USPTO is offering a free, experienced practitioner training webinar on Tuesday to help those seeking to challenge an examiner’s rejection before the Trademark Trial and Appeals Board (TTAB). Her two Administrative Trademark Judges (APJs) from TTAB will guide attendees on appeals procedures and best practices.
Wednesday, June 28th
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Design Webinar Series: Introducing Design Patents into Business Strategy
Wednesday 1:00 pm Online Webinar
The USPTO kicks off its third annual design webinar series on Wednesday with sessions focused on design patent fundamentals. Hosts will guide attendees on how to use the new search tools, and industry experts will discuss ways to maximize the value of design patents. The event is hosted by the USPTO’s Silicon Valley Regional Office and Rocky Mountain Regional Office.
United States Copyright Office
Registration guidance for works containing AI content
Wednesday, 2:00 p.m., online webinar
The USCO will host a webinar on Wednesday to brief attendees on the agency’s latest policy statement on AI. Copyright Associate Register and Director of Registration Policies and Practices Rob Kasnick and Deputy Director of Registration Policies and Practices Eric Bertin Answer Frequently Asked Questions About AI-Generated Content and its Relationship to Copyright Policy increase. Speakers will also discuss how USCO evaluates applications that include AI-generated material.
Thursday, June 29th
New America
Technology for Humanity Summit
Thursday at 10:30 am, online livestream
On Thursday, New America and Virginia Tech will host the first Tech for Humanity Summit to discuss creating a human-centered and equitable technology future. National and global leaders discuss the responsibility of individuals and organizations to create this future. New America will also present her Jennifer Pahlka, founder of Code for America, with the “Tech for Humanity” award, which recognizes transformational leadership in the field of public-interest technology. The event will feature innovators and industry insiders from various companies and institutions.
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