Talk innovation: unlocking technology

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Talk innovation: unlocking technology episodes

December 03, 2024High stakes for Europe’s competitiveness and patents
This episode delves into the principal challenges facing innovation in Europe, as outlined in Mario Draghi’s prominent report “The future of European competitiveness.” Listen to gain insight into:
the role patent data plays in understanding innovation trends

which technical fields Europe is lagging behind in compared to its competitors

how the EPO’s high-quality patents and other activities contribute to the innovation process

the critical factors that may impact Europe changing course.

These important topics were tackled in a conversation between Gilles Requena, Chief Patent Research & Policies Officer at the EPO, and Alexandr Hobza, Chief Economist, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation at the European Commission, with moderation by Joff Wild, Head of Content at Sisvel and former Editor in Chief of IAM magazine.  

Additional links:
⁠Mario Draghi’s report: “The future of European competitiveness”⁠

⁠New innovation strategy for EU is vital – says report⁠ (EPO news item)
24 min
November 29, 2024 HEADSTART: Getting your timing right with patenting
How can you ensure you don’t run out of money while pursuing a patent? It could take several years, but key costs and deadlines are foreseeable. Join us to learn how to budget for your patent journey so that both your product development and investment rounds align with key patenting milestones - keeping nasty surprises at bay.
An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs,
and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!
More information at:
New to patents
Startup guide
The general information in these podcasts provides
only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your
business.
4 min
November 22, 2024 HEADSTART: How to choose between a patent or trade secret
How do you stop rivals from exploiting your unique
knowledge? If your competitive advantage relies on know-how that only you possess - then a trade secret might offer better protection than a patent.
Unlike patents, which publicly disclose your invention, trade secrets keep your valuable information hidden from competitors. Learn how to decide whether to file a patent and reveal your know-how, or keep it secret to protect your
business advantage.
An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs,
and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!
More information at:
New to patents
Startup guide
The general information in these podcasts provides only a
broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent
attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.
4 min
November 19, 2024 From connectivity to convergence: AI, quantum and IP
Leading Tech Voices: digital technologies
As more technologies begin to converge and connect - heavily impacting fields such as healthcare and telecommunication – our experts see an increased need for greater awareness among inventors about the role of intellectual property in leveraging the potential of these inventions.
Additionally, how can patent law adapt to previously unforeseeable innovations?
Discover the exciting possibilities that lie ahead with advancements in AI and quantum computing and explore how IP is shaping their progress.
Moderator:
Jessica Kuchenbecker, EPO examiner and team manager
Speakers:
Axel Ferrazzini, Managing director of 4IP Council
Noam Shemtov, Professor of Intellectual Property and Technology Law at Queen Mary University
This episode is part of a special podcast series where each episode focuses on one of five major technology areas. It builds on the EPO’s 50 Leading Tech Voices project, in which global tech leaders were invited to share how they believe inventiveness can help create a brighter and more sustainable future.
You can read their statements and watch discussion panels on our website:
Statements
Panel discussions
EPO’s Deep Tech Finder
EPO’s Patent Index

45 min
November 15, 2024 HEADSTART: Why keeping your invention secret is crucial
How can you best avoid a common blunder made by many
inventors? Prematurely disclosing your invention to investors, customers or suppliers could be a costly mistake! Find out why keeping your invention a secret - using non-disclosure agreements if necessary – is key until you file
your patent application to optimise your chances for success.
An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs,
and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!

More information at:
New to patents
Startup guide
The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.
4 min
November 08, 2024 HEADSTART: Local support to get you started with protecting your technology
How do you know if your great idea is truly new and worth pursuing?  You’ve heard about the power of patent information, but are you sure you know how to use it? Well, help is just around the corner to better access searches in patent databases, advice on filing patent applications, assessments of the economic potential of your technology and much more. Learn about PATLIB centres and how they can support you in executing your business strategy – all for free. 
An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs, and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!
More information at:
New to patents
Startup guide
The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.
2 min
November 01, 2024 HEADSTART: How patent data can guide your business decisions
How do you find out where your business stands in relation to your competitors, your partners and the general state of technologies?
Patent knowledge can inform, inspire, guide and shape the direction of your business. It can be a source of information to find partners, customers or licences. Learn more about how free patent intelligence will help you to make better decisions.
An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs,
and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!
More information at:
New to patents
Startup guide
The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.
4 min
October 25, 2024 HEADSTART: Are patents cost-effective for small businesses?
Filing fees, attorney costs, translations.... How do you
deal best with the expense when applying for a patent to protect your new technology? Find out what discounts might be available to you as a small business, a micro-entity, a startup, a non-profit organisation or a university
or public research organisation when applying to the European Patent Office.
Discover how these might give you a headstart on pursuing your business strategy – while managing your budget effectively.
An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs,
and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!
More information at:
New to patents
Startup guide
The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.
3 min
October 18, 2024HEADSTART: Why investing in patents is good for your business
How can you know if you’re spending your money wisely?
Think less about the cost and more about the value a patent can create for your business. Find out why investing in a patent may very well be worth it, for
example, by attracting finance or generating licencing revenue for your business. Learn why patent protection is an asset that helps your business succeed.
The first episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs, and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube & LinkedIn) to supercharge your innovation journey!
More information at:
New to patents

Startup guide

The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.
4 min
October 15, 2024Feeding the future: sustainable solutions for a growing world
Leading Tech Voices: environment and food
With the global population rising and arable land decreasing due to climate change, how can we sustainably produce enough food while reducing the CO2 emissions caused by intensive agriculture?
Robin Simsa (Revo Foods) and David Mazur (Nestlé) discuss the need for new technologies to produce food and the pivotal role IP plays in bringing these sustainability breakthroughs to market. You’ll find out what’s behind promising processes such as precision fermentation and 3D printed food, plus learn about what’s making
plant-based foods more appealing (even to carnivores).

Moderator: Ricardo Oltra, Patent examiner and team manager, European Patent Office

Speakers:
Robin Simsa, CEO, Revo Foods
David Mazur, General Counsel R&D, Nestlé

This episode is part of a series focusing on five
major technology areas. It builds on the EPO’s 50 Leading Tech Voices project, in which global tech leaders shared how they believe inventiveness can help create a brighter and more sustainable future.
You can read their statements and watch discussion panels on our website.
Statements

Panel discussions

The EPO’s Observatory on Patents& Technology
36 min

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“Talk innovation: unlocking technology” is brought to you by the European Patent Office (EPO). Expert presenters and guests – including our patent examiners - provide their perspective on technology trends and highlight ground-breaking inventions. Join us to learn more on the role of patents and the intellectual property (IP) system in supporting society and the economy.