What Amazon Brands Need To Know About Patents | SSP #695

In this episode, discover how Amazon sellers can use patents not only to protect their products but also to uncover hidden opportunities for new product ideas and long-term success.
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Ever wondered how to protect your products and discover new opportunities simultaneously? Join us as we chat with patent expert Rich Goldstein, who makes his fourth appearance on the Serious Sellers Podcast. Fresh off our adventure at the Billion Dollar Seller Summit in Hawaii, Rich and I dive into the dual nature of patents, not just as shields for your products but as keys to unlocking new market possibilities. Plus, Bradley shares how Rich has been his travel guru, transforming his journeys through airline loyalty strategies that have made my trips not only frequent but comfortable.

Our discussion takes a turn towards the modern challenges of intellectual property management with Amazon's increasing reliance on AI to handle infringement complaints. We uncover the inefficiencies and pitfalls of AI-driven decisions and the hurdles sellers face in this tech-centric landscape. Listen as we provide practical guidance on navigating these complex waters and ensure your innovations don't unintentionally step on existing patents, using tools like Google Patents as a starting point.

Wrapping up, we strategically dissect the considerations for obtaining patents, with a keen eye on cost-effectiveness and market impact. From the nuances of small vs. large-scale product launches to the significance of securing patents across different jurisdictions, Rich shares wisdom from his book, "The ABA Consumer Guide to Obtaining a Patent." We sprinkle in some light-hearted banter about our travel adventures, promising to bring Rich back for more insights into the ever-evolving patent world.

In episode 695 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Rich discuss:
00:00 - Travel Hacking and Patent Strategies
03:54 - Travel Hacking Success From Rich's Tips
08:31 - Impact of AI on IP Infringement
12:01 - Patent Search and Infringement Concerns
17:27 - Timing and Considerations for Patent Applications
21:13 - IP Strategies and Product Development
25:37 - Foreign Patent Filing for US Applicants
33:28 - Benefits of Enforcing Patents
35:36 - Patent Book Recommendations

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