The AI revolution is here, and it's a gold rush. But are you protecting your valuable AI innovations? This week on The Richer Geek Podcast, we talk with Robert Plotkin, a leading AI patent attorney with over 25 years of experience. Robert helps cutting-edge AI companies worldwide secure patents that not only protect their intellectual property but also drive profit.

In this episode, we're discussing...

• Patents are more than just legal weapons; they are valuable business assets that can be licensed, sold, and used to attract investment.

• Patents provide a crucial deterrent against competitors, even if you never intend to initiate a lawsuit. They also significantly increase your company's valuation for potential acquisition.

• AI-assisted creations, including prompts and inventions developed using AI, can be patentable, but the specifics are crucial.

• Strategic IP is paramount for AI company success, impacting fundraising, profitability, talent acquisition, and exit strategies.

• While copyright and trade secrets offer some protection, patents provide unique and powerful safeguards for AI innovations.

• Patent litigation, though often expensive, is increasingly accessible to startups through innovative financing options.

• Early consultation with a patent attorney is vital to avoid inadvertently forfeiting patent rights through premature public disclosures.

Resources from Robert

LinkedIn | Blueshift IP | The Genie in the Machine | AI Armor

Resources from Mike and Nichole

Gateway Private Equity Group | Nic's guide