Kakao had eight patents in ecommerce during Q1 2024. Kakao Corp has filed patents for a user profile management method and apparatus, allowing users to create multiple profiles, view profiles of other users in a predetermined relationship, and select which profile to display. Another patent involves a method for providing gift information, where a server receives gift provision requests, generates gift information, and determines if the sender is a blocked friend. If so, the recipient is provided with blinded gift information, with the option to request partial information. GlobalData’s report on Kakao gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Kakao grant share with ecommerce as a theme is 37% in Q1 2024. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Method and apparatus for managing user profile (Patent ID: US20240028657A1)
The patent filed by Kakao Corp. discloses a method and apparatus for managing user profiles. The method involves creating multiple profiles corresponding to a user account, receiving view requests for profiles of other user accounts in a predetermined relationship, providing a user interface for selecting a profile to be displayed on another user terminal, and matching the selected profile with the other user account. The claims detail the steps involved in managing user profiles, including creating profiles, editing matching information, selecting user accounts to be matched with profiles, and providing interfaces for these actions.
In summary, the patent outlines a comprehensive user profile management system that allows users to create, edit, and match profiles with other user accounts. The method involves selecting profiles, editing matching information, and filtering chat objects corresponding to profiles. The apparatus includes servers and user terminals configured to perform these profile management functions efficiently and effectively. Overall, the patent provides a detailed framework for managing user profiles in a user-friendly and organized manner, enhancing user experience and interaction within the platform.
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