Myths
Debunking the common misconceptions that surround intellectual property and innovation.
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Intellectual Property is Just for the Private Sector?
MythsIntellectual Property is used by more than just the private sector. The public sector and NGOs have used IP in developing new innovations, growing economies and improving our…
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Intellectual Property is Unethical?
MythsThe belief that intellectual property is unethical is a myth that has lingered for a long time. IP is said to be limitless and that anything is patentable…
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Intellectual Property is Just for Large Companies?
MythsHow many times have you heard that intellectual property is only used by large, multinational corporations? That it hurts the public sector and small companies? Johan Cardoen, of…
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IP Hinders Innovation
MythsDr. Marnix Perferoen, entrepreneur and CEO of Agrosafve, a small, innovative agriculture company, is often asked, “Doesn’t intellectual property hinder innovation for you?” Marnix busts this myth with…
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Does a Patent Allow you to Take a Product to Market?
MythsWhen an innovator is granted a patent, they are being provided an exclusive right to put their new invention into practice. This patent, however, does not mean this…