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Claim to High-Yield Enzymatic Production of Stevia Compound Held Invalid as Abstract Idea
Naturally occurring compounds generically referred to as steviols are used as sugar substitutes because they impart sweetness without contributing calories. These compounds exist in different forms, with some being sweeter than others. One particular form, referred to as both rebaudioside M and rebaudioside X, is said to be more potent and have a better flavor……By:…
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Gentle Reminder: DSA Obligations Will Apply to Online Intermediary Services Starting 17 February 2024
It has been some time already since the EU Digital Services Act (Regulation 2022/2065, DSA) was published, and since then, the discussions about Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and Very Large Online Search Engines (VLOSEs) have dominated the media coverage (see initial press release of European Commission here and coverage about VLOPs/VLOSEs petitions against categorization…
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Governor Hochul Vetoes Bill Requiring Foreign Corporations to Consent to General Jurisdiction in New York Courts
On December 22, 2023, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul vetoed Senate Bill S7476, which provided that a foreign corporation’s application for authority to do business in New York constitutes consent to jurisdiction of New York courts. According to the New York Senate, the purpose of the bill was to allow New York residents to sue…
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Academy Mortgage Notifies Consumers of Data Breach Following March 2023 Cyberattack
On December 21, 2023, Academy Mortgage Corporation (“Academy”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of New Hampshire after discovering that the company was the victim of a recent cyberattack. In this notice, Academy explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes…
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DentalXChange Provides Notice of Data Breach to Patients of Dentists Across the Country
On January 2, 2024, DentalXChange filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Montana after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access information belonging to certain dental care providers’ patients. In this notice, DentalXChange explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information,…
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Highlands Oncology Group Notifies Patients of September 2023 Data Breach
On December 29, 2023, Highlands Oncology Group PA (“Highland Oncology”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Montana after hackers targeted the company through a cyberattack. In this notice, Highlands Oncology explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access patients’ sensitive information, which includes their names,…
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Identifying the Defendants in a Slip and Fall Case
When you get injured in a slip and fall accident, one of the first questions you need answered is, “Who do I sue?” Identifying the correct defendant (or possibly defendants) in your slip and fall case is critical, as you need to sue the right party (or parties) to recover the financial compensation you deserve….By:…
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Israel-Hamas War: Killing of Senior Leader Carries Risks for Israel, Analysts Say
Saleh al-Arouri was a key Hamas strategist and a liaison to its Iranian sponsors. But his assassination was likely to set back talks on freeing the remaining hostages in Gaza.
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Over 100 Killed in Iran Blasts at Qassim Suleimani Memorial
No one claimed responsibility for the bombing at a memorial for Qassim Suleimani, the top commander killed by a U.S. drone strike four years ago.
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Russia and Ukraine Exchange Record Number of P.O.W.s
The exchange of prisoners was the first in months and came as both sides were engaged in an escalating cycle of air assaults.
