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A bold claim, given that most people have probably never heard of a wearable air purifier.

When investors put money into a company, they want to get more money out of it. And unless you IPO, if investors don’t get exits, they don’t have a return.

A patent lawsuit can be daunting—especially the first time. But, you don’t need to assume the worst.

As China becomes a global IP powerhouse — with 1.3 million patent applications filed in 2016 — international companies are taking advantage of this booming economy.

Intangible assets, such as intellectual property, can make up over 80% of a company’s value.

"Internet of Things," in its simplest form, is the networking of devices, via channels like Bluetooth, WiFi and 5G, to exchange data.

Searching for patents can be a time consuming and often frustrating task. Especially when you’re struggling to find the results you need.

Tin cans were invented over 200 years ago and quickly became the food preservation method of choice.

Veggie burgers that bleed? Mainstream veganism? Odd concepts to many—but could they one day become reality? Reports suggest they’re closer than you might think.

Free patent search tools can cost you in the long term—not just in the form of money, but time and risk too.

Under Armour’s patenting activity is growing and changing with the times.

Patent prosecution can be a painfully slow process. And not because the office is processing applications slowly.

If a patent was real estate, how could you maximise its value?

Intellectual property and marketing aren’t obvious bedfellows.

Could giving engineers access to patent search tools make a company liable for wilful infringement? It’s a common concern among IP professionals.

Even Microsoft has stated that using Excel as a general purpose business management tool isn’t a good idea.

Jurgen Vollrath, President of Exponential Technology Counsel, on NDAs.

Intangible assets now make up 80 percent of a business' value.