AI’s Role in Modernizing Intellectual Property and Bolstering National Security; U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, August 1, 2022

Michael Richards Director, Policy, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement, U.S. Chamber of Commerce ; AI’s Role in Modernizing Intellectual Property and Bolstering National Security

Here are six recommendations for how the U.S. can lead on AI from the U.S. Chamber's fifth and final AI Commission hearing in Washington, D.C. on July 21, 2022.

"The U.S. may lose its position as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) if we do not modernize our intellectual property system and bolster our national security strategy. That emerged as the key theme at the U.S. Chamber’s fifth and final AI Commission field hearing, hosted in Washington, D.C. last week. Experts from civil society, government, academia, and industry gathered to discuss this and other important issues related to the use and regulation of AI. 

U.S. Chamber President and CEO Suzanne Clark opened the hearing by noting several challenges ahead, such as cooperation between Russia and China to compete against the U.S., intellectual property (IP) theft, and regulation from abroad. With regard to the Commission’s forthcoming policy recommendations, she noted, “You can count on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to do something with this. You can count on us to not just produce a white paper but to really turn it into action, into work.” 

Here are six recommendations for how the U.S. can lead on AI:..."

Why an Indian hotel startup is taking the difficult route of filing patents; Quartz, March 28, 2018

Ananya Bhattacharya, Quartz; Why an Indian hotel startup is taking the difficult route of filing patents

"India and patents

High costs, lengthy processing periods, and a general lack of awareness are huge deterrents for startups eyeing patents in India. Gaps in the system, like a shortage of examiners, have caused hundreds of thousands of applications to pile up.

“Filing patents is common practice in other parts of the world but the importance of filing patents has only of late become apparent to startups in India,” said Anindya Ghose, the Heinz Riehl professor of business at New York University. Shorter processing times for intellectual property (IP) rights applications, an 80% rebate on patent fees for startups, and more transparency around the system are helping.

However, the country is still ranked an unimpressive 44th out of 50 in a score of IP robustness compiled by the US Chamber of Commerce (pdf) this year. “India’s score continues to suggest that additional, meaningful reforms are needed to complement the Policy,” the federal entity said."

"Dangers of Counterfeit Solar Filter Glasses"; Global Intellectual Property Center, August 7, 2017

"GIPC President and CEO David Hirschmann will join the Lars Larson Show tonight at 5:05 p.m. EST to discuss the dangers of counterfeit solar filter glasses ahead of the August 21 eclipse. Hirschmann will also offer general tips on how to avoid counterfeit goods during the busy back-to-school shopping season. Tune into the live broadcast here. Read more on counterfeit solar filter glasses from GIPC's Kasie Brill here. Share on Twitter here."

Global Intellectual Property Center (GIPC), August 2017

"U.S. Chamber Applauds Approval of White House Intellectual Property Advisor WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Chamber President and CEO of the Global Intellectual Property Center David Hirschmann today applauded Senate approval of Vishal J. Amin, President Trump’s nominee for White House Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC):  “The Chamber looks forward to working with Mr. Amin to ensure strong enforcement of our trade agreements; increased protections against illicit actors online; heightened security and efficiency measures at our borders and ports of entry; and support for effective voluntary agreements. “We were pleased to support Mr. Amin’s nomination for the extremely important role of White House Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC). When Congress created this position as part of the PRO-IP Act of 2008, it did so with a strong bipartisan mandate to protect and promote our nation’s intellectual property assets. Intellectual property industries contribute nearly forty percent of U.S. GDP and impact nearly a third of the American workforce. Americans suffer real consequences when other countries or individuals disrespect, undermine, or infringe upon the rights of our innovators and creators. By uniting the efforts of the various executive branch agencies, the IPEC can be a tremendous force for good.” The Chamber sent a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee leadership urging “swift consideration” of Amin's nomination ahead of his confirmation hearing earlier this year. The most recent Department of Commerce data shows that intellectual property generates 38 percent of our nation’s GDP, two-thirds of all exports, and supports more than 45 million jobs in 81 different industries.  The Chamber’s Global Intellectual Property Center is working around the world to champion intellectual property (IP) rights as vital to creating jobs, saving lives, advancing global economic growth, and generating breakthrough solutions to global challenges. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations."

Why The US Can't Afford To Fall Behind In Intellectual Property Enforcement; Forbes, April 17, 2017

Mark Elliot, Forbes; 

Why The US Can't Afford To Fall Behind In Intellectual Property Enforcement

"It’s not hard to see that the U.S. has more skin in the game when it comes to intellectual property. But that is why it might come as a surprise to some that America no longer leads the world when it comes to IP enforcement: the U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2017 International IP Index shows that the U.S. now ranks fifth, behind the U.K., Sweden, France and Germany. Given the high stakes, this is certainly not a new normal we should embrace.

So, how did we get here? The Chamber’s Index identified as a key weakness our: “inconsistent enforcement against counterfeit and pirated goods.”"

US Online Counterfeit Crackdown Has Industry Beaming; Intellectual Property Watch, 11/29/10

Intellectual Property Watch; US Online Counterfeit Crackdown Has Industry Beaming:

"In a move aimed to protect domestic intellectual property rights, the United States Justice Department today announced the suspension of 82 internet domain names on suspicion of selling counterfeit sports equipment, clothes and DVDs, music and software. But some used the opportunity to engage in scaremongering such as safety of families from harmful counterfeits, though none of the products involved appeared to fit that fear."

http://www.ip-watch.org/weblog/2010/11/29/us-counterfeit-crackdown-has-industry-beaming/