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Tag Archives: patents
Government Secrecy Orders on Patents Keep Lid on Inventions
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By G.W. Schulz, Center for Investigative Reporting More than 10 years ago, Robert Gold sought to do what many Americans have dreamed of their whole lives: patent an idea. Gold developed a breakthrough in wireless communications that would help people … Continue reading
A.M. Splash: Oakland Police Union Resists Sheriffs' Aid; Google Settlement Changes Patent Wars; Netflix Signs Warner Bros. Deal
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Oakland police union slams plan to help (SF Chronicle) Oakland's plan to bring in Alameda County sheriff's deputies to help patrol crime-ridden streets is being resisted by the city's police union – the very group that has long been crying … Continue reading
Tech Titans Apple, Samsung Face Off in Court Over iPhone, iPad
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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — With billions of dollars and control of the U.S. smartphone and computer tablets markets at stake, jury selection began Monday in a closely watched trial between two of the world's leading tech companies over patents. Apple … Continue reading
Morning Splash: San Bruno; Warrior Owner's Story; Something Stinks in S.F.
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San Bruno blast: Federal hearings could affect laws (San Francisco Chronicle) Federal investigators will convene an extraordinary, three-day public hearing this week on the deadly natural gas blast in San Bruno – an inquiry that could affect pipeline safety laws … Continue reading
