Description

Topics and activities covered in the course:
Intellectual Property Rights in Europe; Data and Media; Robotics; Virtual, augmented and expanded reality; 3D printing and additive manufacturing; Artificial intelligence; Cyber physical systems; Blockchain; Application Areas and case studies; Digitalization projects

Compétences visées

Learning objectives of the course:
• Understanding the role of IP in various applications of digital technologies
• Understanding the role of IP for data and digital media
• Understanding the role of IP in digitalization projects

This UE explains the use of IP in digital business models, goods and services. It shows concrete applications of IP in various key enabling digital technologies, such as virtual reality, artificial intelligence, robotics, cyber physical systems and blockchain. The Certificate demonstrates the working methods of digital product development and ways in which IP management can be integrated into the existing processes. Understanding the role of IP in digital technologies can help innovators protect their innovations, avoid legal disputes, and collaborate effectively with others, ultimately driving innovation and growth in the digital economy. It is becoming increasingly important to know about the role of IP in digital technologies because of the rapid pace of technological change and their cross-border nature, the importance of data, the potential for infringement and collaboration opportunities.

Rapid pace of technological change: Digital technologies are evolving at an unprecedented pace, creating new opportunities and challenges. IP can help protect the innovations that arise from this technological change and ensure that innovators are rewarded for their efforts.

Importance of data: Digital technologies rely on data, and the ownership and control of data can be a source of competitive advantage. IP can help protect data-related innovations, such as algorithms, databases, and software.

Cross-border nature of digital technologies: Digital technologies are not bound by physical borders and can be easily disseminated across the globe. IP can help protect digital innovations in different jurisdictions, ensuring that innovators can benefit from their creations regardless of where they are used.

Potential for infringement: Digital technologies can make it easy for others to copy or infringe on IP rights, leading to potential legal disputes. Understanding IP can help innovators identify and respond to infringement, ensuring that their rights are protected.

Opportunities for collaboration: Digital technologies also create opportunities for collaboration, such as open-source software development or joint research projects. Understanding IP can help innovators navigate these collaborations and ensure that their IP rights are respected.