Intangiblia
Every masterpiece you’ve ever consumed likely passed through a licensing agreement first. That catchy song in your favorite commercial? Licensed. The superhero logo on your coffee mug? Licensed. The technology powering your smartphone? Licensed hundreds of times over. Licensing represents … Continue reading Season 5, Episode 27. The Art of Licensing: Turning Ideas into Empires
Choreography copyright navigates a complex legal landscape, highlighted by Alfonso Ribeiro’s failed claim and Kyle Hanagami’s successful lawsuit against Epic Games. The Ninth Circuit’s ruling recognizes the value of short dance sequences, prompting essential debates on originality and compensation in digital spaces. Ongoing cases underscore evolving principles in dance protection. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 25. The Legal Salsa: Protecting Dance One Step at a Time
The exploration of innovation highlights two key approaches: design thinking, fostering human-centered solutions, and first principles thinking, which focuses on fundamental truths. Through examples like OXO Good Grips and Japan’s bullet train, we see how understanding frustrations can spur breakthroughs. Transformative ideas often emerge from everyday annoyances, leading to significant innovations. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 24. From Prototypes to Rockets: The Power of Design Thinking and First Principles Thinking
Artificial intelligence is increasingly pivotal in various sectors, with the State’s role in promoting equitable access becoming vital. The episode from Intangiblia, recorded at a workshop in Oxford, discusses legal and policy mechanisms in AI governance, featuring examples from Canada, Singapore, the UAE, and New Zealand, and examines important recent legal rulings in the U.S. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 23. AI, IP, and the Public Good
What happens when artificial intelligence challenges humans for the invention crown? We dive into this provocative question by examining real-world examples where AI has revolutionized fields from drug discovery to furniture design.
The evidence is compelling. AI systems have accelerated medical research, discovered antibiotics against resistant bacteria, identified new molecular patterns, and generated creative designs faster than humans could imagine. Yet every breakthrough required human direction, interpretation, and implementation. As we explore this partnership, the podcast reveals a fundamental truth – innovation isn’t humans versus machines but humans with machines.
The legal landscape adds another dimension to this discussion. We unpack the fascinating “Davos Saga,” where Dr. Stephen Thaler’s attempt to list his AI system as an inventor on patent applications met resistance worldwide. Courts in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, Japan, and Switzerland all reached the same conclusion: under current law, only natural persons can be inventors. This global consensus reflects the view that AI remains a sophisticated tool rather than an autonomous creator deserving legal rights.
For inventors navigating this evolving landscape, emotional barriers often prove as challenging as technical ones. That’s why we introduce the powerful “Fear Setting” exercise from my book “Protection of the Inventive Mind.” This practical technique helps transform anxiety into action by confronting worst-case scenarios, developing safeguards, and planning recovery strategies. Download the worksheet from our website to experience how quickly your innovation fears diminish when systematically addressed.
Whether you’re a human inventor seeking to harness AI’s capabilities or simply fascinated by the intersection of technology and creativity, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of innovation.
Subscribe now and join us in exploring how the most powerful inventions emerge when human intuition meets algorithmic intelligence. Continue reading Season 5, Bonus. AI vs. Human: The Invention Showdown
The upcoming side event in Geneva on September 1 during the Luxury Innovation Summit will address the evolving landscape of intellectual property (IP) amid the influencer economy. This session will explore how the booming $20 billion sector collides with IP law, spotlighting cases like Charli D’Amelio’s trademark strategies and the “Battle of the Kylies.” It will delve into both human influencers and virtual personalities like Lil Miquella, underscoring the challenges of contracts and licensing. As global laws adapt to issues like deepfakes and virtual identity rights, participants will gain insight into safeguarding their digital presence and brand equity in a rapidly changing environment. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 21. Influencers, Inc.: Chasing Clout, Creating Clones
Biometric data, essential for modern digital interaction, faces legal challenges globally due to its vulnerability and immutability. Laws like Illinois’s BIPA enforce consent, impacting companies like Facebook and TikTok. As countries evolve their regulations, transparency and accountability emerge as key themes in the use of biometric technologies. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 20. Face Off: Privacy, Intellectual Property, and the Price of Your Faceprint
The discussion highlights the crucial legal factors shaping AI interoperability, where challenges such as intellectual property rights and competition law arise. Early antitrust cases established the importance of access, while patent battles and landmark court rulings emphasized fair use and developer freedom. International frameworks now guide global AI standards, defining the future of digital innovation. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 19. Plug, Play, or Pay: The Legal Code Behind AI Interoperability
The emergence of synthetic biology challenges intellectual property law, as scientists create self-replicating organisms. Legal decisions, like Chakrabarty and Myriad Genetics, probe the ownership of genetic innovations. A new WIPO treaty aims for transparency regarding genetic resource origins, addressing biopiracy and protecting traditional knowledge amidst evolving legal frameworks in biotechnology. Continue reading Season 5, Episode 18. Life, Patents, and the Pursuit of Biotech Protection
Quantum computing stands at the precipice of transforming our world—and the legal frameworks protecting this revolutionary technology are racing to keep pace. Dive deep into the realm where quantum physics meets intellectual property as we explore how these powerful machines … Continue reading Season 5, Episode 17. Superpositioned and Protected? IP at the Quantum Frontier
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