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EPO SHINES LIGHT ON “STATE OF THE ART”
The Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) issued important guidance on what constitutes the “state of the art” in its decision G1/23 of 2 July 2025.
7 July 2025
The Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) issued important guidance on what constitutes the “state of the art” in its decision G1/23 of 2 July 2025.
In 2024 referral G1/24 was made to the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) seeking clarity on the basis for interpreting patent claims when assessing patentability.
A massive thank you to INTA for a wonderful Annual Meeting 2025 in San Diego. It was greatly enjoyable attending, and having the opportunity to
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