Tag: Patent Basics

You’re building something smart. Maybe it’s software that predicts trends, optimizes routes, or understands human language. Maybe it’s the core engine behind your startup. And it all runs on one thing—your algorithm. So, naturally, the question comes up: can you patent it? What is an algorithm, really? It’s more than just lines of code When…

You built something new. Maybe it’s a smarter algorithm, a better device, or just a clever twist on a tool that already exists. Whatever it is, you’re wondering if it’s patentable. You’ve heard patents are important. They protect your work. They give you an edge. But what’s actually patentable—and what’s not? That part feels confusing.…

Let’s get right to the point. Patent claims are everything. They’re the heart of your patent. They decide whether your idea is legally protected or tossed out. But here’s the kicker: most people mess them up. Not because they’re lazy or careless—but because claim language is tricky. It’s not like regular writing. It’s not even…

Fintech is booming. If you’re building tools that help people move money, lend, invest, insure, or manage risk using code—your work matters. But here’s something many founders overlook: some of the most valuable parts of your fintech product might be patentable. That means they can be protected, owned, and defended. What Makes Something Patentable in…

You built something new. Something smart. Maybe it’s software. Maybe it’s hardware. Maybe it’s a new method to solve a hard problem. Either way, it’s yours—and it’s valuable. But here’s the thing most founders and inventors don’t know: what you say (and how you say it) about your invention early on can make or break…

If you’re building something new—especially in tech—you probably want to make sure nobody else can steal it. That’s where patents come in. But not everything can be patented. And even if it feels new, or seems useful, the patent office might still say no. So how do you know if your invention actually counts as…

The world is moving fast. Machines are getting smarter. AI can now write code, design products, discover new drugs, and solve hard problems in minutes. What used to take a team of engineers a year can now happen in a few clicks. That’s exciting—and a little scary. What Makes Something Patentable? Going Beyond the Basics:…

If you’re building something in biotech, patents aren’t just paperwork. They’re protection. They’re your first defense. They’re how you make sure what you create doesn’t get copied, ripped off, or taken before you even get a shot at market. What Makes a Biotech Invention Patentable? The Basics You Need to Know To get a patent,…

You’ve built something clever. Maybe it’s software that saves hours, hardware that runs smoother, or a machine-learning trick that no one else is doing. You know it’s special. The last thing you want is for someone else to copy it—or worse, beat you to market with your own idea. Is Your Idea New? What “New”…

If you’re building something new—writing code, solving a real-world problem, or inventing a better way to do things—you might be wondering if you can patent it. You’re not alone. Founders and engineers ask this all the time. What does “obvious” mean in patent terms? The simple version When patent examiners look at your invention, one…