USPTO releases fee study report to Congress

The study looked at several areas including the potential impact on small and micro entities, whether fee structure changes are needed, and recommendations for administrative and legislative action.

USPTO, National Treasury Employees Union Chapter 243 sign new collective bargaining agreement

The USPTO and the National Treasury Employees Union Chapter 243 (NTEU 243) have signed a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) as a result from negotiations that began in 2022.

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and University of New Hampshire Host Northern New England Community Outreach Office in Durham

The USPTO and the University of New Hampshire signed a Joint Partnership Agreement (JPA) to promote and support intellectual property (IP) education and outreach throughout the New England region.

USPTO announces new Artificial Intelligence Strategy to empower responsible implementation of innovation

The Strategy offers a vision for how the USPTO can foster responsible and inclusive AI innovation, harness AI to support the agency’s mission, and advance a positive future for AI to ensure that the country maintains its leadership in innovation.

2024 National Medal of Technology and Innovation Laureates honored at the White House

The 2024 National Medal of Technology and Innovation (NMTI) Laureates were honored and celebrated at the White House on Friday, January 3 for their trailblazing achievements in science, technology, and innovation.  

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