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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Future of Transport & Mobility 2021
Covid stopped much of the transport and travel industry in its tracks, so how is the sector responding as the world opens up again? Our Future of Transport & Mobility report explores how town planners are charting the commutes of tomorrow, how a wounded aviation industry is tackling decarbonisation and how mechanics are upskilling to take on electric vehicles
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The Fashion Economy 2021
From diversity to sustainability, the fashion industry has long had an image problem, so how are brands responding? The Fashion Economy explores the importance of Black-owned brands, size inclusivity and the steps brands are taking to increase our clothes’ lifespans. Plus, what’s driving the rise of luxury M&A and how can brands balance profits with principles when selling in China?
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Future of Packaging 2021
The packaging industry is undergoing rapid transformation as issues around sustainability, technology and regulation come to the fore. From new extended producer responsibility laws to moves towards eco-labelling and how design is being impacted by AI.
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Mergers, Acquisitions & Exit Strategies 2021
2020 spelled boom time for M&A, but why was this and can we expect it to continue? Our Mergers, Acquisitions & Exit Strategies report explores the pros and cons of earnouts, the best ways of getting culture right and the growing importance of ESG