I Want My Patent, ASAP! How AI Is Turbocharging USPTO Exams

The USPTO’s new Artificial Intelligence Search Automated Pilot Program (ASAP!) is transforming the patent examination process by leveraging AI to conduct pre-examination prior art searches for utility applications. Under this initiative, applicants now receive an early AI-powered review before substantive examination, which streamlines the overall process and increases efficiency for both applicants and examiners….
By: Akerman LLP