What are examples of ‘certain methods of organizing human activity’ that are considered abstract ideas?
According to MPEP 2106.04(a)(2), ‘certain methods of organizing human activity’ include: Fundamental economic principles or practices (including hedging, insurance, mitigating risk) Commercial or legal interactions (including agreements in the form of contracts, legal obligations, advertising, marketing or sales activities or behaviors, and business relations) Managing personal behavior or relationships or interactions between people (including social…
Read MoreWhat are the three main groupings of abstract ideas?
The three main groupings of abstract ideas are: Mathematical concepts Certain methods of organizing human activity Mental processes As stated in MPEP 2106.04(a)(2): “The abstract idea groupings are defined as mathematical relationships, mathematical formulas or equations, and mathematical calculations (mathematical concepts); fundamental economic principles or practices, commercial or legal interactions, and managing personal behavior or…
Read MoreWhat are “certain methods of organizing human activity” in patent law?
“Certain methods of organizing human activity” is one of the categories of abstract ideas identified by the courts and discussed in MPEP 2106.04(a). This category encompasses various types of human activities that have been deemed abstract. The MPEP states: “The phrase “methods of organizing human activity” is used to describe concepts relating to: fundamental economic…
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