Policy

We champion effective IP protection to enable continued investment in R&D, innovation, and European technology leadership.

Our work focuses on preserving the open standards development model, ensuring effective IP protection, and supporting SMEs within a thriving European innovation ecosystem.

POLICY PRIORITIES

Patents

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Open standards

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Progress

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EXPLAINERS

What are cellular communications standards?

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How are cellular communications standards made?

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How do cellular standards work?

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What is a standard-essential patent?

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What is the open standards development model?

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Principles & guidance for licensing SEPs in 5G and the IoT including the industrial Internet

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SMEs AND INNOVATION

Small- and medium-sized enterprises are the backbone of the European economy. EU policies must enable SMEs to effectively leverage IP rights for success.

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