In an attempt to harmonize the various patent systems used throughout the European Union’s 27 nations, the European Parliament adopted a uniform patent system Tuesday.
The unified system, which is expected to come into effect in early 2014, could be a boon for innovation. Following the Parliament’s 484-164 vote in favor of the new patent system, each EU nation will deliberate the measure in February. The new system will supplement the current array of patent rules that vary by nation.
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Unified European Patent System Could Goose Innovation
Posted by: David Vranicar December 12, 2012 04:59 PMIn an attempt to harmonize the various patent systems used throughout the European Union’s 27 nations, the European Parliament adopted a uniform patent system Tuesday.
The unified system, which is expected to come into effect in early 2014, could be a boon for innovation. Following the Parliament’s 484-164 vote in favor of the new patent system, each EU nation will deliberate the measure in February. The new system will supplement the current array of patent rules that vary by nation.