Intellectual Property News Roundup 22. Bringing you the best from the web.

Forget the big hitters being the bullies, or trolls, of the IP industry. It seems small start-up companies are being encouraged to use patents as a weapon to get their foot in their door.

The UK is tipped to become a hot spot for innovation and R&D with the introduction of the Patent Box in 2013. Click here to read more.

For all those who enjoy a good gossip. Read on to see how quickly disinformation can spread across the Internet.

Microsoft have tried their very hardest to pip Apple to the post with their latest tablet range. But it seems they may have been thwarted once again. Read here about the details of both the Microsoft and Apple designs.

It seems the so called patent trolls could be going to new lengths to earn their stripes.

How well do you know your neighbours? A new social network is to encourage community relationships and turn that simple nod of acknowledgement into so much more.

There is also that small matter surrounding Apple (once again) and Samsung…