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What Good Design Is Really Worth
A recent study shows how design shapes our buying decisions – and why protecting designs pays off for businesses
AI and Patents
Can AI applications be patented – and can an AI actually invent anything? Both questions are currently keeping patent offices around the world busy. The answers are clearer than many people think
Austria and China renew cooperation in the field of intellectual property
A strong signal for international cooperation: The Austrian Patent Office (APO) and the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their bilateral partnership.
Austria Stays in Innovation Elite: 8th Place in EU Ranking
The European Innovation Scoreboard is out – and Austria holds its strong position in the group of “Strong Innovators”
Making Patents Visible: The Austrian Patent Office Now Assigns DOIs
New service for universities and research institutions makes patent documents citable in academic work
Software and Patents
Are computer programs patentable? The answer is a clear “yes and no.” Here is why – and how best to protect your software
Austrian European Patent Filings Rise Sharply
The European Patent Office's latest Technology Dashboard brings good news: European patent applications from Austria climbed significantly in 2025.
Annual Report 2025: Austria's inventive spirit is back on the rise!
Filing numbers for 2025 are clearly trending upward – for both inventions and trademarks.