AI Is a ‘Supportive Assistant’ for Patent Examiners, CIO Says Sep 23, 2026 | 3:14 pm USPTO has deployed more than 20 AI applications as it emphasizes human oversight, workforce training, and tools designed to assist patent examiners. […]
Deborah Stephens Steps In as Acting USPTO CIO Aug 8, 2025 | 2:01 pm Deborah Stephens is the new acting chief information officer (CIO) at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) following the departure of former CIO Jamie Holcombe earlier this week. […]