Smart IP insights for innovators

Only new things can be patented. So, doing some homework to see how others have solved the same problem that your idea solves is always a good start. The best approach to take is to spend time on Google Patents...

Filing or owning a patent does not automatically give you freedom to operate. You can still be sued if your product or process relies on someone else’s patented technology. This guide explains how infringement works in Australia, who can sue,...

If you’ve developed a brilliant idea, product, or technology, protecting it with a patent should be your next step. A patent gives you the exclusive right to make, use, and sell your invention. It gives you the legal right to...