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Tag Archives: patents
Last updated: February 14, 2026
Freedom to Operate Analysis: Reducing Patent Infringement Risk
Imagine dedicating months, even years, to developing a groundbreaking product, only to discover it infringes on an existing patent, preventing its launch. The potential legal and financial repercussions could be devastating. This article explains why a Freedom to Operate (FTO) … Continue reading
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Tagged patents, legal protection, new product development, IP protection
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Prototype, Patent, then Market: A Misguided Concept
Anyone manufacturing their product wants it to be on time, within budget, at the right level of quality and reliability, and in compliance with market regulations, but in terms of safety, they also don’t want it to be copied! There is … Continue reading
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When to get a patent for your new product?
Inventors with a new product concept are rightly concerned with IP protection. They sometimes ask if they should invest in a patent for their new idea ASAP. Renaud and Andrew join Adrian to cover this topic here. You’ll learn about … Continue reading
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Tagged patents, legal protection, intellectual property, new product launch
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