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The Advantages of an Effective IP Strategy

The Advantages of an Effective IP Strategy

In today’s highly competitive business landscape, intellectual property (IP) has become a valuable asset for companies across various industries. Having a well-defined IP strategy can offer numerous advantages, ranging from protecting your ideas and innovations to generating additional revenue streams. In this article, we will explore the benefits of having an effective IP strategy and provide insights into developing and implementing one for your business. More…

Intellectual Property
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What is Intellectual Property?

What is Intellectual Property?

Intellectual property is a broad category that describes a set of intangible assets which are owned by a company, business, or individual. These assets can bring many benefits to a company and are crucial to keep protected from competitors. There are many types of intellectual properties, which can be legally protected to keep them from unauthorised use.
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What is a patent?
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What is a Patent? A Clear & Easy Guide To Understanding Patents

What is a Patent? A Clear & Easy Guide To Understanding Patents

Have you ever had an idea for an invention, product or process that you thought had the potential to break boundaries and change the world? If you have, you are not alone! There are so many individuals and organisations that have revolutionary ideas, but not everyone knows how to protect them.

This is where patents come into play. So, what exactly is a patent? In this guide, we will explain everything you need to know about patents, as simply as possible.

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How To Patent An Idea In 10 Steps (Expert Guide)

How to patent an idea 

When it comes to protecting inventions, patents are crucial. In this blog post, we examine what patents protect and how they differ from other forms of intellectual property. We will also shed some light on the steps needed to apply for a patent, from deciding whether a patent is needed to maintaining and enforcing a granted patent.  More…

Intellectual property law in UK
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A Guide to Intellectual Property Law in the UK

A Guide to Intellectual Property Law in the UK

Intellectual Property Law in the UK covers various forms of protection including trademarks, patents, designs, copyright and trade secrets. They enable businesses and innovators to protect their rights but can be difficult to understand and navigate for non-experts. In this guide we explain the different types of intellectual property necessary to protect your ideas. More…

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World Ocean Day: Protecting and restoring coral reefs

World Ocean Day: Protecting and restoring coral reefs 

 

World Ocean Day takes place annually on the 8th of June and aims to unite and rally the world to protect and restore our planet. The Day supports collaborative conservation, working with its global network of youth and organisational leaders in over 150 countries. Coral reefs are one of the most diverse and important ecosystems on Earth. They provide food and shelter for a wide variety of marine life, and they also play a vital role in protecting coastlines from erosion. However, coral reefs are under threat from global warming and need to be protected and restored.  More…

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Minesoft updates

Minesoft updates

It’s an exciting time to be working at Minesoft with the last few months really gearing towards the future and we have some important updates to share with you! The global Minesoft team has been working incredibly hard behind the scenes, preparing for the launch of Minesoft Origin, our new AI-powered patent search platform. Officially launched in April, Minesoft Origin incorporates artificial intelligence that uses Natural Language Processing to simplify patent searching and facilitate the review of patent documents for R&D and IP Legal professionals.   More…