Intellectual Property: Legal Basics for Founders, Engineers, and Executives

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  Patent Strategies for Large Companies 22.08.2026 22λ

  Are you an executive or general counsel at a large technology, engineering, or manufacturing corporation? This episode discusses tools for crafting an enterprise-wide patent strategy and differences from the conventional advice you may read online which is geared toward the needs of venture capital, startups, and the individual technologist. Big companies with big engineering departments, big budgets, public shareholders, and global supply chains need different IP tools. The purpose of this material is to provide information on current topics of general interest and nothing herein shall be construed to create, offer, or memorialize the existence of an attorney-client relationship. The content should not be considered legal advice or opinion, and it may not apply to the specific facts of a particular matter. As guidance in areas is constantly changing and evolving, you should consider checking for updated guidance, or consulting with legal counsel, before making any decisions. Any opinions expressed are those of the presenter and not necessarily those of his firm or his colleagues.
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  Cancel Culture Mobs: Legal Strategies to Fight Back and Why Being Cancelled Might be Good for Your Brand 21.01.2026 29λ

  Cancel culture mobs seek to destroy livelihoods, ruin brands, and get people fired. Learn how to fight back using IP-related legal strategies and how to leverage being "cancelled" as the key viral moment that might take your brand to the next level.The statements & views expressed in this content are mine & do not reflect those of any law firm. The things I say here are for general informational purposes only. The things I say here are not legal advice or a legal opinion.www.kylewgraves.com
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  Startup Pitfalls: Corporate, Employee, & Intellectual Property Issues 19.09.2024 11λ

  I help companies solve technology problems and use legal tools to increase their market share and valuation.Today I want to talk about startup industry pitfalls.Generally, let’s think of three categories of pitfalls:o Corporate / Structuralo Employee and Founder Issueso Protecting Intellectual Property such as the brand and technology.I prepared this topic for a conference table talk, but my table talk ended up going in a very different direction at the event, so this broadcast is adapted from my unused notes.
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  Patent Law in Space: A Comprehensive Overview 13.09.2024 35λ

  This episode explores patent law in space, the current state of patent law in the U.S. and other countries, and strategies for companies and inventors who develop technology for launch-vehicles, and for space payloads and who would like to use intellectual property law strategies to protect these technologies. www.spacelawdigest.com | www.kylewgraves.com
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  Protecting Brands & Product Names - Trademark Basics 07.08.2024 7λ

  Tech companies spend a lot of time focusing on products.  But how do we brand those products?  This episode explores a few branding basics. There are really two things that you need to pay attention to when picking a name: 1. Pick a name that is protectable.2. Pick a name that is not already being used by someone else in a way likely to be confused with your use, or in some instances, already subject to a pending trademark application.This episode elaborates on both.
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  Hardware Is Different: 8 Best Practices for Global Patent Portfolios for Hardware 25.07.2024 14λ

  The product development life cycle for hardware technology products follows a costly and regulatorily complex path different than that of software. Let's discuss 8 Best Practices for Global Patent Portfolios for hardware. Read the supporting blog article at kylewgraves.com
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  Massive Exit Valuations & Things for Founders to Consider 17.07.2024 13λ

  Are you a startup founder seeking a MASSIVE EXIT? Here are a few of my favorite tips. This one is longer (13 mins). Video on Spotify and YouTube.
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  Name, Image, and Likeness Rights - 4 Things Parents of Student-Athletes Need to Know 13.07.2024 5λ

  Four easy ways for parents to guide young student-athletes who are navigating Name Image and Likeness (NIL) rights questions on University campuses.
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  Space Law: General Principles for Enforcing Patents in Space 08.07.2024 5λ

  Maritime principles for enforcing patents in space for space objects more generally.
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  IP in Common Places 05.07.2024

  Did you reinvent the wheel? We can patent that!
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  Space Law: The U.S. Approach to Enforcing Patents in Space 02.07.2024 1λ

  Enforcing patents in space is easy on U.S.-flagged space objects!
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  Space Law: Inventions on the International Space Station (ISS) 18.03.2024 2λ

  How are inventions and patents handled on the International Space Station? Let's discuss the current space treaty regime and what works today.
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  Space Law Series: Patenting. But Where? 14.03.2024 1λ

  Patents are a creation of the geographically bounded national laws of specific countries. So how do you patent things in space?
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  Generative AI and Copyright... Like a Monkey 05.07.2023 4λ

  The law says Generative AI is like a monkey! Let me explain...
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  Licensing Patents - Key Considerations 27.06.2023 3λ

  How do you turn patents into money? Patent Licensing! Lets discuss a few patent licensing basics...
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  Fashion Brands - Protection Strategies 31.05.2023 3λ

  Protecting a fashion brand? There's more to it than just registering your trademark!
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  Copyright - Paying for Code Doesn't Mean You Own It 10.02.2023 1λ

  Paid a contractor for art, code, or photos? You may still not own it! Let's discuss copyright gotchas!
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  Trademarks for Tech Companies 05.01.2023 4λ

  Trademark protection is a forgotten piece of IP strategy that tech companies often overlook! Be sure to screen and protect your branding when you're raising capital and building hype. Trademark protection is important!
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  Tradeshow Infringement - What to Do 05.01.2023 1λ

  Competitor showcasing infringing technology at a tradeshow? Watch for tips on how to address this common IP issue
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  Plant Patents 16.12.2022 3λ

  Doing research involving plants or algae? Consider plant patents!