Recently, OpenAI quietly released a statement on its official website, committing not to use its patents in an infringing manner. OpenAI stated that they would adhere to the principles of 'broad access' and 'collaboration', emphasizing that they would 'only use patents for defensive purposes'. However, this commitment has raised concerns among many experts. According to OpenAI's statement, their patents will be used defensively only when others do not threaten them, make claims, initiate lawsuits, or assist others in such activities. Their wording seems to suggest...

Recently, the smart ring market has undergone a new transformation. A patent submitted by Xiaomi to the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) showcases an innovative design concept that effectively addresses the issue of ring size. According to a report by 91mobiles, Xiaomi's design employs an 'elastic component' combined with a spring mechanism, allowing the ring to dynamically adjust its size based on the user's finger. This design within the patent enables the smart ring to automatically adapt to different finger sizes, allowing users to wear it on various fingers and even share it with friends.

Apple's new patent reveals a smart ring focused on health monitoring features, such as heart rate and temperature tracking, and the ability to interact with devices like the Apple Vision Pro for gesture control, providing a seamless operating experience. This ring boasts an attractive and comfortable design, emphasizing high integration with the Apple ecosystem. Users can directly control devices through the ring, such as adjusting volume and flipping pages. Although the specific release date is unknown, this concept has garnered widespread attention, indicating that future smart wearable devices will bring more convenience to daily life.

According to a comprehensive investigation report released by the United Nations, China has filed a total of 38,210 generative AI (AIGC) patents between 2014 and 2023, surpassing the United States by a factor of 6 and becoming the global leader in this field.Specifically, China is at the forefront of global patent application activities in GenAI. Between 2014 and 2023, China was responsible for over 38,000 patent family publications based on the inventor addresses disclosed in patents. Since 201

Data released by the United Nations shows that China leads the world in patent applications in the field of generative artificial intelligence, such as chatbots, with a number six times greater than the United States. Generative artificial intelligence technology enables users to create content such as text, images, music, and computer code, and is widely used in various industries and consumer products, including chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Baidu's "Wenxin Yanyi." According to the

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has signed a $70 million contract with Accenture for the AI Patent Search Tool, which encompasses comprehensive system development and maintenance of existing capabilities, as well as new features. The USPTO aims to enhance the modernization of patent examination.

The UK Supreme Court recently ruled that artificial intelligence programs cannot be recognized as inventors for patents, rejecting the idea of equating machines with human status. This ruling was in response to a request from Stephen Thaler, founder of Imagination Engines, which was denied.

Baidu Online Network Technology Co., Ltd. has announced a patent application for 'Methods and Devices for Generating Digital Humans'. This patent pertains to the field of artificial intelligence technology, including computer vision, natural language processing, and deep learning. Through this patent, digital humans can possess diverse personalities, allowing them to express consciousness and emotions like humans. Digital humans can naturally communicate and interact with humans, making the experience more authentic and vivid. This technology is expected to be applied in the metaverse and other digital human scenarios, providing users with a better experience.

The UK High Court's ruling that artificial intelligence systems can be patented opens the door for more patent protection for AI inventions. This ruling may set a precedent for other AI inventions, and the UK Intellectual Property Office may appeal the decision.

Microsoft has applied for a patent on a backpack equipped with numerous sensors and AI capabilities. This backpack can detect user voice commands and provide suggestions. It can also recognize surrounding objects and access the cloud.