Patents by Inventor Stephen Gallant

Stephen Gallant has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Enhanced communication via a serial interface
    Patent number: 7949802
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method, a computer program product, an apparatus and a system enabling a communication between a first electronic device and a compatible second electronic device via the identification (ID) pin of a serial interface of the first electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Assignee: Nokia Corporation
    Inventors: Stephen Gallant, Kening Ren, Marko Bartscherer, Kai Inha
  • Enhanced communication via a serial interface
    Publication number: 20080140887
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method, a computer program product, an apparatus and a system enabling a communication between a first electronic device and a compatible second electronic device via the identification (ID) pin of a serial interface of the first electronic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2006
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Inventors: Stephen Gallant, Kening Ren, Marko Bartscherer, Kai Inha
  • Deterrence of phishing and other identity theft frauds
    Publication number: 20050086161
    Abstract: Techniques are introduced for reducing internet phishing and identity theft and for helping to capture criminals who perpetrate such frauds. Invalid financial data for use in deterring fraud is generated and stored in an electronic database. The invalid financial data is made publicly accessible for use by individuals when approached with a suspicious attempt to obtain financial data. Financial transactions are monitored to detect any attempted use of the invalid financial data stored in the electronic database.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2005
    Publication date: April 21, 2005
    Inventor: Stephen Gallant