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How to renew patents online: A step-by-step guide
12 minutes

How to renew patents online: A step-by-step guide

Learn how online patent renewal works, what information you need, how to upload your portfolio, check deadlines, manage costs, and renew patents with exper
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What happens when you miss a patent renewal?
12 minutes

What happens when you miss a patent renewal?

A practical guide to what happens after a missed patent renewal, from surcharges, grace periods to restoration, reinstatement revival, and permanent loss.
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What is IP docketing? A complete guide for IP professionals
14 minutes

What is IP docketing? A complete guide for IP professionals

Learn what IP docketing is, what deadlines it tracks, how missed deadline recovery works, and how to choose the right docketing setup or software.
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Why WIPO believes IP must evolve to stay relevant in the age of AI
8 minutes

Why WIPO believes IP must evolve to stay relevant in the age of AI

András Jókúti, Director at WIPO, shares his perspective on AI, patent systems, innovation policy, and why intellectual property must continuously evolve to
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How to instantly calculate patent renewal fees worldwide
10 minutes

How to instantly calculate patent renewal fees worldwide

Read how you can calculate your upcoming official patent renewal fees for your entire patent family across jurisdictions in seconds.
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Talk IP to me: How zero-equity IP grants work for startups
8 minutes

Talk IP to me: How zero-equity IP grants work for startups

CEO, Adam Fox explains how startups can access IP funding, find the right patent attorney, and move faster with grants and practical IP advice.
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Which patents should you renew in your IP portfolio?
12 minutes

Which patents should you renew in your IP portfolio?

Learn how to evaluate patent renewal fees, technology relevance, and market value when deciding which patents to renew in an effective IP renewal strategy.
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Talk IP to me: The startup rule for patents: file fast, learn faster
8 minutes

Talk IP to me: The startup rule for patents: file fast, learn faster

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.
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Guide to IP renewal providers and their benefits
12 minutes

Guide to IP renewal providers and their benefits

A clear guide to IP renewal service providers, their key benefits, tips on when to switch and how to choose the right IP solution.
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2025 Patent Lifecycle Report: Renewals, budget & strategy
9 minutes

2025 Patent Lifecycle Report: Renewals, budget & strategy

The 2025 Patent Lifecycle Report reveals lifecycle stages, renewal cost drivers, hidden fees, surcharge exposure, and tips for smarter portfolio management
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Talk IP to me: AI for IP to work faster, smarter & safer
8 minutes

Talk IP to me: AI for IP to work faster, smarter & safer

IP executive, Sharon Shofner-Meyer explains how AI can help patent practitioners scale the quality and volume in patent drafting, review, and analysis.
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Everything you need to know about unitary patents
15 minutes

Everything you need to know about unitary patents

Learn how the unitary patent works, which countries it covers today, what translations you need, and how to decide if it fits your portfolio.
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Talk IP to me: Teaching patent language across the company for better decisions
7 minutes

Talk IP to me: Teaching patent language across the company for better decisions

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.
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Trademark fee changes in 2026 and how to plan ahead
8 minutes

Trademark fee changes in 2026 and how to plan ahead

Understand the global trademark changes in 2026. Get practical tips on how to plan trademark renewals, filings and strategy ahead.
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Talk IP to me: How to manage patents that support your business
9 minutes

Talk IP to me: How to manage patents that support your business

IP manager Bas Albers explains how to align your patents, common mistakes that disconnect IP portfolios, and the practical steps for strong IP decisions.
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Top 10 signs you’re overpaying for patent renewals
15 minutes

Top 10 signs you’re overpaying for patent renewals

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.
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Talk IP to me: Best tips for writing strong patents
10 minutes

Talk IP to me: Best tips for writing strong patents

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.
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How to predict your IP renewal costs with forecasting?
10 minutes

How to predict your IP renewal costs with forecasting?

Learn how to forecast your IP renewal cost, align IP budgets with strategy, calculate ROI, and turn IP renewal data into financial insights.
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Combining patents and trade secrets to provide comprehensive protection
8 minutes

Combining patents and trade secrets to provide comprehensive protection

Discover how combining patents and trade secrets creates stronger IP protection. See how combining both can strengthen your IP strategy.
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What is a prior art search and how to do it?
13 minutes

What is a prior art search and how to do it?

Learn what a prior art search is, how to conduct one effectively, which official databases to use, and why it’s essential for patentability.
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Top 10 IP management software in 2026
11 minutes

Top 10 IP management software in 2026

Discover the top IP management software of 2026, with key features, strengths and tips on how to choose the best fitting IP management solution.
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What is patent security in the digital age?
8 minutes

What is patent security in the digital age?

A practical guide to patent security in the digital world, covering patent monitoring and patent enforcement best practices.
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Provisional vs. non-provisional patent applications explained
10 minutes

Provisional vs. non-provisional patent applications explained

Learn the differences between provisional and non-provisional patent applications, deadlines, USPTO fees, and how to choose the right patent application.
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Which are the most innovative countries and sectors in 2025
8 minutes

Which are the most innovative countries and sectors in 2025

Find out which countries lead innovation in 2025. From AI to clean energy, see how patents and R&D clusters drive global progress.
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Patents 101: From basics and filing to costs, renewals & management
41 minutes

Patents 101: From basics and filing to costs, renewals & management

Discover everything about patents: types, filing process, costs, patent renewals, common mistakes, IP portfolio management strategies and more.
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