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Can a backend algorithm be patented?
I define a backend algorithm as a set of rules and steps hidden inside of a black box that outputs something.
Everybody can see the output, but nobody knows how the output is generated.
The how is the ...
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requirements to patent an algorithm of app
I have an app that connects pet owners with pet walkers based on a set of rules.
This unique set of rules and steps that leads to a connection is the algorithm that I need to patent in order to ...
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Why didn't Uber's patents prevent Lyft from existing?
There appears to be no difference between the 2 APPs. So how come Uber's patent didn't prevent Lyft from stealing its ideas?
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When to submit a patent idea?
I have a very nice app Idea, which based on my research it is new, and I am quite sure it would be very much valuable.
At which stage I have to patent it? do I have to patent the idea already, or ...
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