Patent wars

Article Abstract:

There is concern about the large number of patents being awarded, especially those relating to the internet, giving rise to fears that it will become dominated by monopolies. A new appeals procedure favored patent-holders from 1980s and new technology areas have come to be covered by patents. Patents offer companies barriers to entry which give them an advantage. They also help in developing corporate capital values. Patent holding previously lost support because it was abused by companies, and this could happen again.

Licenses, Patents & Trademarks, Economic aspects, Laws, regulations and rules, Cover Story, Intellectual property, Patents, Barriers to entry (Industrial organization), Barriers to entry

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Sound wars: digital compact cassettes

Article Abstract:

Matsushita is poised to introduce its new Digital Compact Cassette (DCC) recorders on Sep 21, 1992. Retailers are anxious to market the product, which will allow users to make digital cassette recordings of compact discs. Sony hopes to introduce its alternative format, the Mini Disc, as soon as possible.

Innovations, Product development, Consumer electronics industry, Sony Corp., Audiocassettes, Matsushita Electronics Corp.

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Star wars

Article Abstract:

The large film studios face greater competition from independent filmmakers and productions made in Europe due to lower costs. The studios still control much of the market and such technological advances as digital television will continue to provide them with a sizable part of the market.

Motion Picture and Video Industries, Motion Picture & TV Production, Motion Picture Production & Services, Editorial, Industry Overview, Analysis, Motion picture industry, Movie industry

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