MasterCard obtains patent for Partitioned, Multi-Currency Blockchain
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Microsoft patents smart rings wearable device
windowslatest | Oct 13, 2018
Microsoft’s latest patent relates to a smart ring that can be worn in fingers to perform features that are useful for mobile or computing devices. This smart ring enable users to enter gestures by interacting on arbitrary surfaces. These rings use energy efficient finger-tendon based touch detection and audio-based motion detection to capture user interaction instances.
Mastercard obtains patent for Partitioned, Multi-Currency Blockchain
cointelegraph | Oct 10,2018
Mastercard has obtained a patent for a method to partition a blockchain, making it capable of storing multiple transaction types and formats. This patent enables any entity that wants to use multiple types of blockchains — whether ones that support different cryptocurrencies, or ones with varying degrees of permissioned or open access — is forced to operate many different blockchains at once.
Apple’s new patent suggests that iPhones could warn against spam calls
theverge | Oct 11, 2018
Apple’s new patent gives iPhone owners some relief from spam calls by automatically recognizing a fake call and warning users accordingly. The patent relates to a system that would try to analyze the technical data of incoming calls and then display a warning to the user that the incoming call might not be legitimate.
Qualcomm handed a defeat in European iPhone patent infringement case
appleinsider | Oct 11, 2018
Munich regional court has rendered a final judgment in a Qualcomm patent complaint against Apple, awarding victory to Apple. The three-judge panel stated that iPhone 7 and 7 Plus does not violate a Qualcomm European patent which covers a “post[-]passivation interconnection scheme on top of [an] IC chip.
Sony’s new patent hints at future PlayStation backwards compatibility
irishexaminer | Oct 09, 2018
A newly published Sony patent suggests that the company is looking into introducing backwards compatibility to future versions of its PlayStation console. The patent relates to a process whereby textures in older video games are remastered for higher resolution displays.
The new patent of Huawei reveals phone with two screen areas
mspoweruser | Oct 15, 2018
The new patent of Huawei relates to a phone with two screen areas. The patent states that the device will not be having two different screens but will have a virtual separation between the screens which will be used for different purposes.
Ford patent would turn autonomous car control into a mobile game
engadget | Oct 08,2018
Ford has obtained a patent relates to two driving modes that would use a touchscreen device to steer an otherwise autonomous vehicle once you receive permission. The first mode would mimic the tilt-to-steer mechanic from games and second mode allows you to use your finger to turn an on-screen steering wheel.
Amazon patents Alexa tech to tell if you’re sick, depressed and sell you meds
arstechnica | Oct 11, 2018
Amazon has patented Alexa to analyze your voice and determines whether you are sick or depressed. It also sell you products based on your physical or emotional condition. This patent describes a voice assistant that can detect “abnormal” physical or emotional conditions.
