ABUSE OF DOMINANCE AND PATENT RIGHTS: CASE STUDIES AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

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The study explores the intersection of abuse of dominance and patent rights by analyzing case studies and regulatory frameworks. The objective is to comprehend how dominant companies have utilized their patent rights to suppress competition and assess the effectiveness of existing restrictions in preventing such actions. The methodology employed in the study is qualitative, involving the evaluation of prominent case studies from various countries to discern recurring instances of misconduct and corresponding regulatory actions. The findings highlight multiple instances of corporations utilizing patent portfolios to maintain market dominance, resulting in the creation of hurdles for potential new entrants due to ongoing disputes. This study asserts that the current regulatory frameworks, while in existence, suffer from inadequate enforcement and require regular modifications to effectively address the changing complexities of antitrust issues associated to patents.