EU Guidelines for Patenting AI and Machine Learning Technologies: Comparison With U.S. Approach
Navigating EPO and USPTO Rules to Maximize Patent Protection
Recording of a 90-minute premium CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE course will guide patent practitioners in overcoming the challenges when seeking patent protection for artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning (ML) inventions. The panel will examine the guidelines from the European Patent Office (EPO) and compare the EU approach with the U.S. approach.
Outline
- EU guidelines on patentability of AI and ML technologies
- Comparison of EU and U.S. approaches to AI and ML patentability
- Best practices for maximizing IP protection for AI/ML technologies
Benefits
The panel will review these and other relevant issues:
- What are the hurdles for patent counsel to demonstrate an AI invention to be patentable in the EU and the U.S.?
- How do the EPO and USPTO treat patent applications for AI and ML technologies differently?
- What best practices can patent counsel employ to maximize patent protection for AI and ML technologies?
- What are the data rights and privacy concerns that patent counsel should be aware of related to AI and ML technologies?
Faculty
Caroline Day
Partner
Haseltine Lake Kempner
As a speaker at a variety of high-profile seminars and author of numerous articles, Ms. Day is a leading expert in the... | Read More
As a speaker at a variety of high-profile seminars and author of numerous articles, Ms. Day is a leading expert in the field of protecting AI and machine learning. While having a focus on computer implemented inventions, Ms. Day’s patent prosecution experience covers a wide range of physics, high tech, and communication-based technologies, ranging from the extra-terrestrial (ion engines for repositioning satellites) to the more earthly (including an unusually wide knowledge of drainage systems). With a background in optical physics, she enjoys working in fields such as optic sensors, optical computing and quantum photonics. Ms. Day has been involved in all stages in a patent’s life, including first drafting of a patent application, arguing in favour of applications and patents on paper and in person at the UK Intellectual Property Office and the European Patent Office.
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James Vergara
Partner
Barnes & Thornburg
Mr. Vergara is experienced in preparing patent applications and providing strategic insight for a variety of software... | Read More
Mr. Vergara is experienced in preparing patent applications and providing strategic insight for a variety of software and communications-related IP, including computer networking, cybersecurity, quantum computing, vehicle communications, machine learning, video analytics, big data, and virtualization. Skilled in patent portfolio analysis, Mr. Vergara is involved in conducting prior art searches, patent mining, and M&A due diligence. In addition, he has experience in patent litigation support and writing FTO opinions. Throughout the course of his practice, Mr. Vergara has represented a variety of clients, ranging from startup companies to large corporations.
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Martin Zoltick
Member
Rothwell, Figg, Ernst & Manbeck
Mr. Zoltick is an experienced patent prosecutor, a seasoned litigator, a skilled negotiator, an IP strategist, a... | Read More
Mr. Zoltick is an experienced patent prosecutor, a seasoned litigator, a skilled negotiator, an IP strategist, a Certified Information Privacy Professional in the U.S. (CIPP/US), and a trusted legal advisor to his clients. He is a technology and IP lawyer who has been representing inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs, early-stage, emerging, middle market, and mature companies, as well as investors and venture capitalists, for more than 30 years. Mr. Zolticky has prosecuted hundreds of U.S. and international patent applications, served as lead trial counsel in major IP disputes in U.S. Federal District Courts and in IPR proceedings before the PTAB, negotiated hundreds of transactional matters involving IP rights, and provided strategic counseling and opinions to clients on patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret strategies, due diligence, and portfolio development, valuation, and acquisition. As a CIPP/US, he helps clients understand and navigate the rapidly evolving area of privacy and data protection law, including assisting in preparing for and implementing best practices for compliance with data privacy regulations and in handling data breach incidents.
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