What did CAFC rule in Campbell Soup v. Gamon?

Partially vacated PTAB's non-obviousness find, remanding on primary reference failure.

Are USPTO eligibility guidelines helping AI patents?

Yes, rejections down per Iancu — but uneven, favoring established players.

Outcome of Stairway to Heaven en banc hearing?

Led Zeppelin favored; deposit copy likely dooms Spirit's claim.

CAFC Torpedoes PTAB's Design Patent Call, Iancu Touts AI Patent Wins: IP Bites That Matter

Silicon Valley patent lawyers woke up to a CAFC smackdown on PTAB's sloppy prior art picks. And Iancu? He's claiming victory on eligibility — but who's really cashing in?

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Gavel striking down PTAB seal with patent documents and music notes in background

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CAFC vacates PTAB on design patent primary reference, remanding for redo. 𝕏
Iancu claims USPTO eligibility guidelines succeeding, especially for AI. 𝕏
EU IP industries drive 45% GDP; Copyright Office probes MMA licensing. 𝕏

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