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Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) represent the third generation of neural networks, offering a more brain-like approach to processing information. By utilising spiking neurons, SNNs promise energy efficiency and enhanced capabilities in time-dependent tasks, though challenges remain in training and applying them to conventional tasks.

Recent developments in EPO caselaw, particularly decision T 1741/22, highlight a significant deviation from established guidelines on patenting mathematical methods. This decision raises questions about the protection of software and equipment for analysing received measurements, potentially impacting a wide range of industries.

Over the last 30 years, the Premier League has become one of the biggest and most lucrative sports leagues in the world; putting the English game at the top of the football pyramid. One large driver of this success is the Premier League’s stance on innovation, and how maintaining an innovative attitude towards adoption of new technologies, broadcasting strategies and global marketing has taken the league from strength to strength.

The EU has introduced new legislation on AI, the EU AI Act, which lays the foundation for the regulation of, and responsible development of, AI across all industries within the EU.

Last Friday, 19th July 2024, the Court of Appeal handed down a highly anticipated decision in the case between the Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (Comptroller) and Emotional Perception AI Ltd (EPL) [2024] EWCA Civ 825. This decision should provide greater clarity on the patentability in the UK of inventions using AI.

Tune in and listen to Aimava's Andrew Gaule discussing with Simon Portman, of Counsel, Marks and Clerk, IP and the legal challenges required to ensure the most is made of IP.

Welcome to Marks & Clerk’s new series of articles regarding the nature and role of data in the patent system. This current article is intended to serve as an introduction to the series, explaining why data is important, and to give a taster as to what readers may expect from future articles.

For most sports fans, the first full week in April will always be synonymous with one of the most iconic annual sporting events - The Masters. While golf, and perhaps the Masters tournament itself, may be stereotyped as having ‘old-fashioned’ traditions at their core, this is definitely not the case in 2024. From a closer look at the Masters and Augusta National in particular, we see a great example of how a progressive attitude to technology adoption has helped maintain and grow the status of the Masters as one of the most iconic events in sport.

As the fashion industry further digitalises, those kick starting their presence in the digital realm need not to be naïve about data, privacy and security principles.