Creating value through IP

OpenAI, a leading player in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector, has historically relied on trade secrets to protect its technological advancements. However, recent developments indicate a major strategic shift toward patent protection. We explore the implications of this shift and the potential impact on business, from small startups to large corporations. Read more

The EPO and EUIPO released a new joint study showing startups who protect their IP increase their odds of securing funding by over 1000%. Read more

This whitepaper provides new app developers with a detailed explanation of how intellectual property can be used to protect their app concept from copycats. It also provides insightful tips and tricks on how to balance registered rights with cost and how to use non-IP based tactics to gain a competitive advantage in the market. Two case studies of successful apps are also presented to demonstrate successful app-based business strategies. Finally, national and international IP cost guidance is provided. Read more

The Russian government has demonstrated that it will decide on the use of IP rights without the IP holder’s consent and without issuing compensation to the rights holder. A first mechanism for allowing IP infringement, Article 1360, applies to patents, utility models and industrial designs only, whereas a second mechanism, Federal Law No. 46-FZ, applies to IP rights more broadly and includes trademarks. The abuse of rights statute has also been used to deny foreign held rights. Read more

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Bryn Aarflot is happy to welcome Alexander Bjørnå to a brand new position as IP Strategy Specialist, wherein Alexander will be part of the company’s management team. Read more

Say hi to our brilliant new colleagues, Katri Kiviniemi og Georgios Pantazidis. Katri and Georgios bring international experience and expertise which contributes to our continuous work towards becoming Norway’s undisputed leader in IP counselling services. Read more

Krister Mindrebøe and Arild Tofting, who represented Aker Solutions, were heard by the EPO Board of Appeal (BoA) on the arguments that FMC Kongsberg Subsea’s patent on a trigger joint should be revoked. Read more

On 1st June 2023, a single patent covering multiple EU countries, Unitary Patent (UP), and a corresponding unified court, Unified Patent Court (UPC), will be come into force in Europe. The Unified Patent Court (UPC) will also be applicable to already granted European patents. Read more