Recent guidance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) suggests that inventors of artificial intelligence technologies have at least two approaches to ensure their innovations are eligible for patent protection. According to William Morriss at Frost Brown, the strategy to pursue may depend on how broadly the AI invention is applied in the industry.
The USPTO’s guidance, issued on July 16, underscores the importance of clearly defining the scope and application of AI inventions. This nuanced approach is integral for companies aiming to safeguard their technological advancements in the ever-evolving field of artificial intelligence.