The recent release by the Institute of Professional Representatives before the European Patent Office (epi) of the epi Guidelines on the Use of Generative AI marks a significant milestone for patent professionals.

Understanding the difference between a patentability search and a freedom to operate (FTO) search is crucial. They serve distinct purposes in the journey of innovation and commercialisation.

Here’s a look at the leading AI-enabled patent drafting tools available today.

The late President John F. Kennedy once said: "We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard." Some endeavours are worth pursuing precisely because of their difficulty. They test our limits, drive innovation, and ultimately, lead to groundbreaking achievements.

In today’s competitive legal landscape, effective use of your time is crucial. Whether you’re a law firm with a dedicated patent practice, a law firm with an M&A team, or a law firm with a team of analysts and/or patent litigators, having the right tools when working with patents is essential.  At Patently we’ve always been dedicated to making our tools accessible and the information they provide digestible because we know our users are busy. With our Law Firm+ plan, we’re taking that commitment to the next level. 

At Patently we are super excited about the upcoming Litigation-grade and Prophetic Patent Drafting Robot Drafting Workshop on 19th July when Onardo will be a debuntant!  In preparation for the workshop, we asked one of the patent attorneys at one of our beta tester law firms to buddy-up with Onardo and draft a patent application. Here is their report. 

Let's talk about the future of patent specifications. Large Language Models (LLMs) are game-changers, however they have a well-known tendency to stray off the pitch. This is where 'guided generation' comes in, ensuring that your outputs are as meticulously crafted as a micro-brewery small batch beer.

Navigating the complex world of patents can be daunting for even the most experienced intellectual property (IP) professionals. To streamline the process, you'll need some patent tech, and there are tools offering a range of features from detailed patent searches to advanced analytics. Here’s a rundown of the top 10 patent tools that can significantly enhance your patent capabilities.

You've had a brilliant idea and you've decided to pursue the exciting adventure of entrepreneurship. You're enthusiastic, motivated, and determined to make your innovative product or concept a reality. But among the many challenges of building your business, there's one vital element that often gets overlooked: intellectual property (IP) and patents.

2024 is going quickly! Here's our summary of product trends we expect to see for the rest of the year and here's how you can stay ahead of the curve.

Today is World IP Day, and we join WIPO in looking at how IP is encouraging the innovative solutions we need to build our common future, by focusing on a few of the UNs Sustainable Development Goals.

Learn more about our new and improved integrated suite of patent products, which will change the way you work with patents.