EU Introduces New FRAND Framework for SEP Licensing
The European Commission introduced a 2023 FRAND framework for a determination procedure intending to “simplify and speed up negotiations concerning FRAND terms and reduce costs,” according to Reuters. This procedure is to be administered by the EUIPO, which currently focuses solely on trademarks and design rights as through a newly created “competence centre”. The new […]
Navigating Technological Challenges to Future-Proof the EU’s SEP System
The Fatty Fish Editorial team takes a closer look at the the challenges of future-proofing the EU’s standard essential patent (SEP) system, a high-stakes gamble for Europe’s long-term future.
The EU’s Proposal for Standard Essential Patent Regulation
The European Commission has put forth a proposal to regulate standard essential patents (SEPs) within the single market economy of the European Union (EU). SEPs are patents that are deemed essential for the implementation of a particular industry standard. The EU proposal aims to address concerns related to the potential abuse of SEPs by patent […]
