Nov 8th, 2009 - News & Observer
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The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments Monday in a case that could help clarify what constitutespatentable subject matter. Many technology companies are watching the outcome closely.
Raleigh-based software company Red Hat filed an amicus brief on the case, arguing that restrictive patent laws can hurt innovation. This essay is by Rob Tiller, a vice president and assistant general counsel with Red Hat.
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Nov 8th, 2009 - The Christian Science Monitor
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Nov 1st, 2009 - San Jose Mercury News
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