Your USPTO
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Yours USPTO: News Flash – Protecting the U.S. Olympics
When the traditional “Parade of Flags” marks the end of the Summer Olympics in Tokyo on August 8, millions of people will be thrilled they witnessed one of the world’s most enduring international spectacles.
American Inventors
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Benjamin Waterhouse and Samuel Mullikin
Benjamin Waterhouse was the first successful practitioner of a vaccination for smallpox in the United States, and Samuel Mullikin became the first inventor to hold multiple U.S. patents when he was granted patents 7-10.
Eye On Washington
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After Iancu
The tenure of outgoing Director Andrei Iancu was lauded across many sectors of the U.S. patent system, perhaps with the exception of the tech sector. As we consider candidates for the next USPTO head, perhaps we should look to the political moment in which we find ourselves to guide our search.
Inventing 101
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Your Challenge: Be Doubly Perfect
It’s hard enough for inventors to come up with a product or service that is a perfect fit for consumers. But satisfying the needs of potential investors adds to the challenge.
Inventiveness
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The Baby Saver
IoT Corner Plans to stage an augmented reality launch of the new Williams Formula 1 race car for...
Lander Zone
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Common Goal
Inventors create a product and search for a market. For entrepreneurs, a gap in the market is more important than the product.
Marketing Tips
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Crowdfunding Tips and Tricks
Planning your crowdfunding campaign is the most important step. Ideally, you’re better off starting 3-4 months out with pre-launch activities. Even longer doesn’t hurt.
Bright Ideas
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An Analog Clock with Original Records – And More
An analog clock, a tablet stand, a bowl for mindful eating and an all-in-one home security hub.
Time Tested
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Talk About Historic
Marty Cooper, “Father of the Cellphone,” is credited with one of the most impactful inventions ever.
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