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Every business has intellectual property – even yours!

01/11/21 For many, intellectual property (IP) is an abstract concept that seems elusive, and businesses are often surprised when they discover that not only do they have IP, but it could increase the value of their business, attract investment and be financially lucrative.

Wynne-Jones IP remains committed to inclusivity in the workplace

27/09/21 For National Inclusion Week 2021 Wynne-Jones IP reminds us of their pledge of commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace and looks at how the Covid-19 has meant more workplace challenges.

Intellectual property, return on investment and sustainability

14/09/21 Martin Hyden looks at the challenges of developing a sustainable economy and how businesses that meet these challenges can protect the intellectual property arising from their efforts.

The best intentions

31/08/21 Banksy can draw. We know that. He can also lose. In his book, Wall and Piece, Banksy famously said that “copyright is for losers” because of the difficulties he has experienced trying to enforcing copyright in his works. But does he know how to win? Apparently not, given his losing streak in recent, well publicised trade mark cases...

NFTs - the new way to exploit your IP

02/08/21 Non-fungible tokens are the latest fashion in the cyber world. Building on blockchain technology, NFTs may be a new way to exploit intellectual property rights.

Artificial Intelligence Patents at the EPO and UKIPO

14/06/21 The number of patent applications for inventions relating to Artificial Intelligence “AI” is growing fast! But, can artificial intelligence be patented at the European Patent Office? The answer is both yes... Qand no.

Wynne-Jones IP supports Mental Health Awareness Week

10/05/21 Wynne- Jones IP are proud to support Mental Health Awareness Week which takes place from Monday 10th May to Sunday 16th May 2021. The Coronavirus pandemic has created new global challenges with many people suffering from increased stress and anxiety. Wynne-Jones IP are making a real effort to ensure staff feel supported and making both physical and mental wellness a priority.

How a Mexican yam and a start-up company transformed the lives of women

28/04/21 Russell Marker, Carl Djerassi and start-up company Syntax transformed the lives of women allowing for more freedom, choice and the progression of equal rights. Today, 70 years after its creation, the contraceptive pill is taken by more than 3.1 million women in the UK.

Two salesman, a start-up company and the greatest medical invention of all time

27/04/21 The history of the now commonplace device is a rich tapestry of scientific minds, a desire to explore the unknown and relieve human suffering, an architect, and a drunken dog. But it was two salesman and a start-up company that made the greatest medical invention of all time accessible to the masses and paved the way for vaccination programmes, like the one we see in the fight against Covid-19 today, to be rolled out in large scales.

Inventions that changed the world – SME edition

26/04/21 Entrepreneurs and small businesses play a critical role in the economy and this year World Intellectual Property Day focus’ on how they can use intellectual property (IP) rights to build “stronger, more competitive and resilient businesses.” Some of the world’s best-known inventions and brands are the products of inventors and entrepreneurs who were savvy enough to protect their ideas. This week, to mark World IP Day we’ll be looking at five of our favourites, beginning with Thomas Edison.