AI and the City: Confronting Facial Recognition by J. McKim and M. Zeilinger
Speakers
- Joel McKim, University of London
- Martin Zeilinger, Abertay University
CIP FORUM 2021 – Paradigm Shift took place in collaboration with Volvo Group on December 9-11, 2021. Building on the previous theme of Brave New World, the event explored the impact of fast-paced technological change on the integrity of the IP system and the role of IP management, in particular, the impact of the rapidly developing capabilities of artificial intelligence. The event also focused on the need for diversification in innovation and look to engage companies in practical, best-practice efforts to increase diversity and inclusion among the inventive community in their organizations. The virtual event brought together an international audience from academia. industry, and policy.
CIP FORUM 2021 celebrated the 20th anniversary of the founding of CIP and the first CIP FORUM, so the theme “Paradigm shift” was chosen to focus on the IP consequences of the emerging technical, economic, and geopolitical developments over the next 20 years (20/20 vision if you will). This 20-year milestone offered a unique opportunity to critically reflect on how far we have come and where we are going with a broader time horizon. The event was built on several key focus areas based on the overarching theme of transformation at the core of the CIP approach, in particular:
Digitalization: A focus on the changing role of market collaboration and competition in an era of digital transformation, in particular, the emergence of artificial intelligence. The goal is to provide (1) A deeper understanding of the industrial and societal impact that emerging disruptive technologies have on digital transformation (especially on issues such as Industry 4.0); (2) Knowledge of new business and IP strategies in order to build competitive advantage in the digital economy; (3) Insights about how digitalization affects existing institutions to support policymaking.
Globalization: A focus on the increased geographical collaboration and competition in an era of global transformation. The goal is to provide (1) In-depth understanding of the changing global competition for technology and innovation leadership (particularly in China, the United States, and Europe): (2) Key features and driving forces in technology and innovation development between China on the one hand and the United States and Europe on the other; (3) Important insights to design business and IP strategies that take into consideration the diverse IP and innovation systems worldwide in order to achieve increased innovation outcomes.
Diversification: A focus on the state of development towards diversity and inclusion in the fields of IP, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The goal is to provide (1) An in-depth understanding of the current research and practical consequences of diversity and inclusion challenges in technology-intensive sectors: (2) New opportunities for firms to engage in best-practice programs to proactively improve diversity and inclusion activities.
Different Valuation Perspectives and IP – a focus on IP value through different lenses in the context of globalization by M. Van Velzen and J. Calvert.
Speakers
- Maaike Van Velzen, Partner at Deloitte
- Jon Calvert, Partner, IP Advisory at Deloitte Corporate Finance.
The Digital Economy and European Competitiveness by T. Schrepel, N. Petit, A. Gawer and J. Baron
Speakers
- Thibault Schrepel, Associate Professor, VU Amsterdam
- Nicolas Petit, Professor of Competition Law, European University Institute
- Annabelle Gawer, Chaired Professor in Digital Economy & Director University of Surrey
- Justus Baron, Senior Research Associate, Northwestern University
IP, Digital Convergence, and Strategic Partnering by J. Bördin, A. Lindh, and M. Tagscherer
Description
Industrials under digital transformation are facing an increased need for partnering, want to be quick at claiming new white space unlocked by digital, are seeing risks of new entrants/new competition, want to make sure they don’t get locked into the wrong relationships/wrong ecosystem rules etc.
Intellectual Property (in its broad sense, including e.g. data etc) is recognized as a key asset in this play, but internal IP organizations/teams are often not set up to meet the needs of the new digital environment.
A realigned IP capability, closely embedded with the digital business, is the answer.
Speakers
- Jens Bördin, CEO Konsert Strategy & IP
- Anders Lindh, General Manager Global Business Area Analytical, Mettler-Toledo
- Michael Tagscherer, CTO, G+D Giesecke+Devrient
Agile Development of a Global IP Department by C. Mohr and T. Stjernberg
Agile Development of a Global IP Department
Tore and Christian share and discuss insights from their exciting journey of how the global IP department of Electrolux went agile during the COVID summer of ’21.
It was a journey of ups and downs, moments of joy and despair, which they share together.
And it started with a lot of learnings and continued with a lot of failure and happy little accidents – both being part of the concept.
Allowing, – No, embracing (!) failure as a concept was vital for their agile initiatives to continuously improve the mindset, the organization itself, the creation of IP awareness, and the development of their patent strategy.
They share insights into agile project management, and how they apply it, but more importantly, they discuss controversially the ups and downs during this exciting journey that is ongoing and transforms the mindset of their global patent department.
Speakers:
- Christian Mohr, Electrolux
- Tore Stjernberg, Electrolux
AI and IP: IP Management of AI and AI Management of IP
AI and IP: IP Management of AI and AI Management of IP
Speakers:
- Nigel Swycher, Cipher
- Sakari Arvela, IPRally
- Manoj Nair, Clairvolex
- Thomas Randes, Rouse
- Tom Tassignon, Philips
- Julian Nolan, Iprova
From research to high-growth technology businesses by T. Bereuter, I. Rudyk, J. Stampfl, J. Ceulemans
Description
Using an illustrative technology transfer success story powered by IP in additive manufacturing, we will explore how intellectual property management can support company creation and add value to your business from a strategic perspective.
The European Patent Office (EPO) has produced a series of studies on technology transfer journeys which were facilitated by the power of patents and other IP rights to achieve market success. The studies also illustrate how young university spin-offs have developed the IP management capabilities they need, and how they are using IP strategically to their competitive advantage.
Lithoz and Cubicure are two businesses analysed in the very popular EPO Innovation case study collection. They showcase the journey from successful research projects to high-growth 3D printing businesses, describing how their IP strategies evolved throughout different phases of their development. As computer-implemented inventions (CII) are at the core of 3D printing technology, the latest insights into the patentability of CII and AI will demonstrate how emerging technologies can be protected to create a sustainable competitive advantage for businesses.
Speakers
- Thomas Bereuter, EPO, Programme Area Manager, Innovation Support, European Patent Academy
- Ilja Rudyk, EPO, Senior Economist
- Jürgen Stampfl, Cubicure, Managing Director and Chief Science Officer (CSO)
- Judy Ceulemans, EPO, Senior Expert, Patent examiner
The Diversity Pledge: Why, What, and How? by S. Harrison, S. Frank, and K. Soler Riba
Description
Innovators of all types have shaped many aspects of the world throughout the centuries. However, findings by WIPO and leading researchers show some groups remain severely under-represented in many areas of intellectual property use. All of the data suggests that the world has missed out on millions of inventors. Maintaining a technical and innovative edge is vital for success in the marketplace and for global economic and technological success. For individual companies, more innovation can lead to increased market share, customer acquisition, employee retention, and more.
Increasing Diversity in Innovation is the first step in reaching these goals, and the time for action is now. The Diversity Pledge is a commitment to working to understand and address the issue of underrepresented inventors. The pledge is currently signed by many of the world’s largest companies and innovators.
Speakers
- Suzanne Harrison, Percipience LLC, Principal
- Scott Frank, AT&T Intellectual Property, President & CEO
- Karla Soler Riba, CIP, Head of Operations | DEI Advocate
Company Experiences Running Diversity Programs by S. Harrison, J. Chan, and J. Mulgrew
Description
Innovators of all types have shaped many aspects of the world throughout the centuries. However, findings by WIPO and leading researchers show some groups remain severely under-represented in many areas of intellectual property use. All of the data suggests that the world has missed out on millions of inventors. Maintaining a technical and innovative edge is vital for success in the marketplace and for global economic and technological success. For individual companies, more innovation can lead to increased market share, customer acquisition, employee retention, and more.
Increasing Diversity in Innovation is the first step in reaching these goals, and the time for action is now. The Diversity Pledge is a commitment to working to understand and address the issue of underrepresented inventors. The pledge is currently signed by many of the world’s largest companies and innovators.
Speakers
- Suzanne Harrison, Percipience LLC, Principal
- Jeremiah Chan, Meta Platforms Inc., Director and Associate General Counsel, Head of Patents, Licensing and Open Source
- John Mulgrew, Lenovo, Chief Patent Counsel
