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USPTO holds historic patent and trademark signing ceremony commemorating America's 250th birthday

America's Innovation Agency, the USPTO, held a ceremonial patent and trademark signing to commemorate America’s 250 celebration.

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As part of our efforts to improve and enhance the digital experience for USPTO.gov visitors, America's Innovation Agency

PTAB updates Standard Operating Procedure 1 on assigning judges to panels

PTAB issued Revision 17 of Standard Operating Procedure 1, which sets procedures for assigning judges to panels.

USPTO and Ghana sign historic statement of intent for Accelerated Patent Grant arrangement

The USPTO has marked a historic first after signing a statement of intent for a new Accelerated Patent

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