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Understanding Freedom to Operate (FTO) Concerning IP & Patents

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Three pharmaceutical companies, including Enzon Pharmaceuticals, Micromet AG, and Cambridge Antibody Technology (now acquired by AstraZeneca), in September 2003 announced signing a non-exclusive cross-license agreement. Without any doubt, stepping into patent litigation can be uncertain, full of risks, and expensive.

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What is a freedom to operate search and opinion?

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freedom to operate search (FTO). What is a Freedom to Operate search. When to conduct a search. How a search is performed. Other patent search options to consider. What is a freedom to operate search and opinion? WHEN IS A FREEDOM TO OPERATE SEARCH CONDUCTED?

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Exploring the Top 5 IP Challenges that Brands & Businesses Face

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Having a robust Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio and strategizing well to maintain it can do wonders in enhancing your brand value and market share. However, keep in mind that using your IP assets to support the current and future market position of your business can prove to be a major challenge. All IP assets don’t generate value.