22.06.2020 | Patents, IPI
SMEs used the lockdown period to develop new ideas – an insight into an initiative of the IPI during the coronavirus crisis
During the coronavirus crisis, the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI) supported...
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08.06.2020 | Patents
More support for innovative SMEs and start-ups – assisted patent searches at a reduced fee until the end of 2020
The initiative of the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI) to support...
Whether its our Müesli, smartphones or medication – intellectual property is ever-present in our lives. Our blog offers you an insight into the fascinating world of trade marks, patents, designs and copyright.
Christoph Fahrni is passionate about design. But it’s not stylish chairs he designs – he ensures that recycling containers are functional and blend in with their surroundings. He systematically applies for design protection for his products. This is how he keeps free-riding copycats at bay.
Whether you are a globally active enterprise or a locally based business – a trade mark can become a precious asset. But what role does trade mark...
Keeping long-distance contact with customers throughout the coronavirus crisis – the IPI supported SMEs and start-ups by carrying out free assisted...
A new study by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property finds the number of biotech patents where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a core...
«Many SMEs are highly innovative but they lack a systematic IP strategy,» says Alban Fischer, Head of the Patent Division at the Swiss Federal...
When it comes to design, Switzerland has nothing to worry about. From vegetable peelers to furniture, the Swiss railway clock, the clothes horse and...
An engineer who works for an SME has invented something and the company is now considering patenting the innovation. We take a look at the expected...
