by halieg | Apr 8, 2014 | Commentary, Legal/Tech News, Technology |
On March 25, 2014, the Internal Revenue Service issued a ruling declaring that it will tax virtual currencies, such as Bitcoin, as property. This ruling could have significant effects on the way that consumers use Bitcoin. The implication of the ruling is that Bitcoin...
by sbloombe | Apr 4, 2014 | Commentary |
This past week, Texas Governor Rick Perry came out in favor of changing Texas’ so-called “antiquated” laws prohibiting automobile manufacturers from selling directly to consumers. [i] In states across the country, these laws have come into recent controversy because...
by rniemei | Apr 2, 2014 | Commentary, Legal/Tech News, Technology |
Keurig, the single serve coffee machine produced by Green Mountain, is nearly ubiquitous in offices, homes, and schools around the country. The device rose to popularity on the back of the K-cup, the single serve pods produced by Green Mountain that allowed a single...
by rexw | Mar 31, 2014 | Commentary |
3D printing has received attention for its potential to lead to litigation, but little has been said about using 3D printing during litigation. Yes, 3D printing raises a number of legal issues that may result in lawsuits. But the rapid pace of development and the...
by ypchang | Mar 30, 2014 | Commentary, Legal/Tech News |
Pebble has successfully run the largest Kickstarter campaign, raising more than $ 10.2 million in 2012 [1] [2]. However, Pebble’s future might not be so bright. First, the USPTO recently issued a final rejection to Pebble Technology’s only US patent application (US...
by ckendig | Mar 29, 2014 | Commentary |
Have you ever wondered how a massive Hollywood studio like Warner Bros. combats online piracy? (A team of ninjas with computer science degrees, perhaps?) Well, if Warner Bros. has their way, you won’t be finding out anytime soon. Warner Brothers is fighting the...
