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A new platform on space technologies, a report on space propulsion and updates to our Deep Tech Finder, will be presented in today’s free online event
EPO President speaks at Viva Technology 2024 in Paris, EPO experts show how patents help turn ideas into reality and enable access to finance
New work plan deepens partnership under SP2028
World-shaping inventions in the spotlight: cast a vote for your favourite in the Popular Prize
Updates show solid progress in search quality and identifying validity issues
Meeting with EPO’s key applicant focuses on sustainability, Unitary Patent, quality and emerging technologies
Today, our Pride flag was raised at the EPO offices in The Hague
The Lao People’s Democratic Republic becomes the sixth country to sign a Validation Agreement with the European Patent Organisation
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Ask.UP // Episode 1
European Inventor Award 2024
EPO meets with Thales
The meaning of tomorrow
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