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Defensive patents only earn their IP renewal fee if they pass three tests. A patent attorney explains when to keep, narrow, or let them lapse.

Find out when you can renew a patent yourself, what to check before you pay, and when an IP renewal provider is worth it.

Learn how to conduct a patent portfolio audit, what to review, who to involve, how often to audit, and how to check IP renewal costs and deadlines.

Learn how online patent renewal works, what information you need, how to upload your portfolio, check deadlines, manage costs, and renew patents with exper

A practical guide to what happens after a missed patent renewal, from surcharges, grace periods to restoration, reinstatement revival, and permanent loss.

Learn what IP docketing is, what deadlines it tracks, how missed deadline recovery works, and how to choose the right docketing setup or software.

András Jókúti, Director at WIPO, shares his perspective on AI, patent systems, innovation policy, and why intellectual property must continuously evolve to

Read how you can calculate your upcoming official patent renewal fees for your entire patent family across jurisdictions in seconds.

CEO, Adam Fox explains how startups can access IP funding, find the right patent attorney, and move faster with grants and practical IP advice.

Learn how to evaluate patent renewal fees, technology relevance, and market value when deciding which patents to renew in an effective IP renewal strategy.

European patent attorney, Jonas Hagman explains why startups must treat IP as a business tool, why file patents early, and how IP can support growth.

A clear guide to IP renewal service providers, their key benefits, tips on when to switch and how to choose the right IP solution.

The 2025 Patent Lifecycle Report reveals lifecycle stages, renewal cost drivers, hidden fees, surcharge exposure, and tips for smarter portfolio management

IP executive, Sharon Shofner-Meyer explains how AI can help patent practitioners scale the quality and volume in patent drafting, review, and analysis.

Learn how the unitary patent works, which countries it covers today, what translations you need, and how to decide if it fits your portfolio.

IP manager, Katalin Sólyom explains why patents often fails inside organizations and how to align IP, R&D, sales and management for stronger IP outcomes.

Understand the global trademark changes in 2026. Get practical tips on how to plan trademark renewals, filings and strategy ahead.

IP manager Bas Albers explains how to align your patents, common mistakes that disconnect IP portfolios, and the practical steps for strong IP decisions.

Learn the 10 most common IP renewal cost mistakes in your invoices & how a simple review and cost analysis can reveal overpayments in your patent renewals.

IP expert Michael Schuette reveals his best tips for writing strong, defensible patents, the biggest red flags to avoid & how to future-proof your patents.

Learn how to forecast your IP renewal cost, align IP budgets with strategy, calculate ROI, and turn IP renewal data into financial insights.

Discover how combining patents and trade secrets creates stronger IP protection. See how combining both can strengthen your IP strategy.

Learn what a prior art search is, how to conduct one effectively, which official databases to use, and why it’s essential for patentability.

Learn what IP management software does, its main types and features, typical costs, implementation, data migration, docketing and IP renewal management.

A practical guide to patent security in the digital world, covering patent monitoring and patent enforcement best practices.