Intellectual Property

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    Intellectual Property Helpdesk

    The IP Helpdesk supports EU/SMP SMEs and researchers participating in EU-funded projects both to protect and enforce their Intellectual Property (IP) rights.

    Source: European Union

    Businesses: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property, Europe,
    The IP Helpdesk supports EU/SMP SMEs and researchers participating in EU-funded projects both to protect and enforce their Intellectual Property (IP) rights.
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    European Intellectual Property Office

    Search IP databases, apply for IP, and learn about IP (including in the SME corner).

    Source: European Union

    Businesses: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property, Europe,
    Search IP databases, apply for IP, and learn about IP (including in the SME corner).
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    Patents as engines of growth

    This report demonstrates why patents are essential strategic tools for innovative businesses of all sizes, and features a Kenyan agri-tech case study.

    Source: ICC-UK, CIPA, IP Federation, 2025

    Businesses: Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    This report demonstrates why patents are essential strategic tools for innovative businesses of all sizes, and features a Kenyan agri-tech case study.
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    Why patents are essential for innovation and growth

    This joint publication presents compelling real-world case studies that demonstrate how IP, viewed through the lens of patents, acts as a catalyst for local innovation and global collaboration.

    Source: ICC-UK, CIPA, IP Federation, 2025

    Businesses: Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    This joint publication presents compelling real-world case studies that demonstrate how IP, viewed through the lens of patents, acts as a catalyst for local innovation and global collaboration.
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    Unlocking IP-backed Financing — Country Perspectives

    WIPO launched a new report series on Unlocking IP-backed Financing, Country Perspectives which tracks how countries are tackling IP-Backed finance. Each report, developed in partnership with a local partner IP office, a local expert, and WIPO, provides an insider perspective of the situation on the ground.

    Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

    Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    WIPO launched a new report series on Unlocking IP-backed Financing, Country Perspectives which tracks how countries are tackling IP-Backed finance. Each report, developed in partnership with a local partner IP office, a local expert, and WIPO, provides an insider perspective of the situation on the ground.
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    IP Advantage

    Case studies and stories on how intellectual property (IP) works in the real world, and how its successful exploitation can contribute to development.

    Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

    Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    Case studies and stories on how intellectual property (IP) works in the real world, and how its successful exploitation can contribute to development.
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    IP-lifying SMEs Access to Finance

    Guy Pessach from WIPO describes IP-backed finance for SMEs.

    Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), 2024

    Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    Guy Pessach from WIPO describes IP-backed finance for SMEs.
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    WIPO IP Management Clinic for SMEs Program

    The Intellectual Property Management Clinic for SMEs Program (IPMC) is a four-month program that supports innovative companies in formulating their IP strategies based on their business plan and intangible assets portfolio.

    Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

    Businesses: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    The Intellectual Property Management Clinic for SMEs Program (IPMC) is a four-month program that supports innovative companies in formulating their IP strategies based on their business plan and intangible assets portfolio.
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    IPGAP Database

    WIPO's IPGAP Database serves as a comprehensive resource showcasing global policies and initiatives that enhance women’s participation in innovation and intellectual property (IP).

    Source: World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

    Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    WIPO's IPGAP Database serves as a comprehensive resource showcasing global policies and initiatives that enhance women’s participation in innovation and intellectual property (IP).
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    An introduction to intellectual property for businesses

    Tamara Nanayakkara of the World Intellectual Property Organization provides a rundown of what IP is, how to get it, why it’s important – and much more.

    Source: ManagingIP.com, 2021

    Businesses: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,

    Tamara Nanayakkara of the World Intellectual Property Organization provides a rundown of what IP is, how to get it, why it’s important – and much more.

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    SME Support Institutions Platform (SSIP)

    Explore WIPO's directory of institutions that could help you unlock the value of your Intellectual Property (IP).

    Source: WIPO, 2024

    Businesses: Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property,
    Explore WIPO's directory of institutions that could help you unlock the value of your Intellectual Property (IP).
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    WTO TRIPS — Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights

    This is the website of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), the most comprehensive multilateral agreement on intellectual property (IP).

    Source: World Trade Organization(WTO)

    Policymakers: Goods, Services, Intellectual Property, International Organization,
    This is the website of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), the most comprehensive multilateral agreement on intellectual property (IP).