Protecting IP from bloggers and tweeters
With possible infringements of intellectual property rights online, social media has added an extra layer of complexity to the law
Intellectual Property 2017
Intellectual property or IP is an area where for years European Union legislation has directly influenced business, so what happens after Brexit? The Intellectual Property special report, published in The Times, uncovers the impact of Brexit on IP. In addition, it investigates whether a computer should be recognised as the creator of an invention, stealing trade secrets and protecting IP rights on social media. The report also includes a pull-out infographic tracking the positive correlation between national spending on research and development, patent applications and economic growth
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Tech giants battle for trade secrets
Stealing trade secrets can be ruinous for a company aiming to get rich by marketing intellectual property belonging to a potential competitor
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Patents are lifeblood of pharmas
Safeguarding intellectual property is essential for pharmaceutical companies that need a monopoly period to recoup often substantial investment
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The true story of fake goods being sold online
Online marketplaces, such as Amazon and eBay, are fertile ground for fraudsters selling fake goods at knockdown prices to eager shoppers
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No insurance on your IP? You could be putting your company at risk
Intellectual property is becoming increasingly important and valuable, yet it’s thought that less than 1 per cent of IP is insured
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Protect against IP threats
The cloud is revolutionising computing and driving digital transformation, but like any new frontier it presents opportunities and risks
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Implementing IP strategies
UK companies are well-known for lagging behind their European competitors when it comes to patenting their inventions
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A new approach to accounting and reporting for long-term value
An increasing number of companies and investors realise the way value is defined, measured and reported no longer reflects how it is created. For example, most industries show intangibles such as intellectual property represent more than 50 per cent of market value, but this is rarely communicated to stakeholders
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Why you shouldn’t buy your boat from IP Centrum
The IP industry is experiencing an unprecedented period of rapid change, just like the boat-building industry did centuries ago
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Public Sector Technology 2021
Could the solution to the climate crisis lie in space? Is the new Online Safety Bill enough to prevent abuse on social media? And can the NHS ever really protect its sprawling supply chain from cyber threats? Our Public Sector Technology report explores these issues, as well as asking what public sector organisations can do to stop employees leaving in droves
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Future of Fintech 2021
Fintech: the great disruptor. From payments and lending to investment and money management, tech providers are actively shaping the future of the financial landscape - even pushing the boundaries of currency itself. How are fintech firms adjusting their services to align with consumer trends? Can fintech cement its reputation as a driver of equality and sustainability? And how should big banks respond to the disruption and stay relevant across the financial ecosystem for the future customer?
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Rare Diseases 2021
It is estimated that 3.5 million people in the UK will be affected by a rare disease at some point in their lives. Though rare on an individual basis, rare diseases are collectively common. How can better health data and advances in genomics produce better outcomes for patients? Are there wider benefits to rare disease research and funding? How has Covid affected the rare disease community? This report considers some of the lived experiences of rare disease patients, and also explores opportunities for improved testing, diagnosis and treatment.
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Digital Transformation 2021
Digital transformation has been a huge area of focus for many businesses, particularly over the past couple of years. But with mitigating the climate crisis another are of concern, how are businesses tying together transformation and sustainability? And what are the key trends in transformation to look to next year?