WIPO – Patents and Technology

Broader data, stronger rights: New PCT rules are improving international patent searches. Two key changes took effect on January 1: 1. Broader search coverage: International searches now draw on a patent collection based on twice as many sources, including Brazil, Egypt, India, Poland and Saudi Arabia. 2. Full-text exchange of patent data: IP offices in PCT member states are now sharing patent applications in full-text instead of image-only format, strengthening the depth and reliability of prior art searches worldwide. What does this mean for you? ☑️ More comprehensive international search reports and written opinions ☑️ Stronger patentability insights early in the process – one of the key advantages of the PCT ☑️ Reduced risk of relevant prior art emerging later, when amendments are more complex and costly Beyond individual applicants, these improvements support higher patent quality and a more transparent and balanced international patent system. Most of the newly included patent collections are available through WIPO's PATENTSCOPE database, giving innovators worldwide expanded access to technical knowledge. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eDB63YMX #WIPO #PCTSystem #Patents #PriorArt #PatentInformation

What if the next power plant didn't sit on land, but moved with the sea? 🌊⚡ Innovators at CorPower Ocean are turning this vision into reality with wave energy converters that adapt in real time to ocean conditions, turning volatile waves into stable renewable power. Watch their story 👇 As they expand to new markets worldwide, CorPower Ocean uses WIPO’s Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) to seek patent protection for their technology across multiple countries through a single, streamlined process. Learn more about the advantages of the PCT here: https://lnkd.in/dxud87pH How much potential do you see in wave energy? Share your thoughts below. #WIPO #PCTSystem #RenewableEnergy #Patents #WaveEnergy

ePCT now connects you to 90+ patent offices worldwide – and counting. Thanks to its continued expansion, including the recent addition of Lesotho, our digital ePCT platform offers broad coverage and increased flexibility for users, with the same trusted and streamlined experience for filing and managing international patent applications. Whether you're filing your first PCT application or managing a large portfolio of international patent applications, ePCT offers these key benefits: ☑️ Online filing with participating offices worldwide ☑️ Real-time access to your application data ☑️ Automated notifications and deadline tracking ☑️ Secure built-in collaboration tools Explore and try ePCT here: https://pct.wipo.int/ePCT #WIPO #PCTsystem #ePCT #Patents #IntellectualProperty #Lesotho

Inspired by NASA. Taking off with WIPO’s Patent Cooperation Treaty. For Estonian inventor Mattias Lepp, growing a continuous supply of fresh herbs and greens at home should not be rocket science. While his “Click and Grow” indoor garden was inspired by controlled-environment plant research for space missions, the result is far simpler: a self-managing system that automatically manages light, moisture and nutrients, making it easier for people everywhere to eat fresh and green. To support the international rollout of his technology, Mattias used WIPO’s PCT, which streamlines the process of seeking patent protection in multiple countries through one unified procedure. Learn more about the PCT here: https://lnkd.in/dxud87pH #WIPO #PCTSystem #Innovation #Patents #Technology

Happy New Year! 🌠 Our heartfelt wishes for a happy, healthy and innovative 2026 – from all of us at WIPO Patents and Technology. Video: Made with Veo 3.1 #WIPO #NewYear

Does the festive season inspire inventors? 👩🔧💡 We’d like to think so, and we found proof in this international patent application for a “snowman making device”, filed by Anthony Klaves: https://lnkd.in/gk9ZDVRb Addressing the “deficiencies of prior art snowman making device inventions,” the device is capable of producing lightweight “snow spheres that can be stacked upon each other to make a snowman” with ease. What more could busy fans of creative winter fun ask for? It’s also a reminder that innovation isn’t only about high-tech labs or life-changing breakthroughs – sometimes, it’s about rethinking simple joys, making them easier for everyone, all year round. Happy holidays and best wishes from all of us at WIPO Patents and Technology. #WIPO #Patents #Innovation #SeasonalGreetings

Did you know there’s a smart, digital way to file and manage your international patent applications?   ePCT allows you to file new international applications with more than 90 participating patent offices and streamline all related processes through a single, secure online environment.   With no software to install, real-time access to PCT data, built-in collaboration tools and automated reminders, ePCT brings efficiency and transparency to every step in the process of seeking patent protection.   Building on user feedback, the latest update makes the platform even more powerful.   Here’s how: ☑️ Automatic translation of forms and actions into 10 languages. ☑️ Option to request access to international applications with existing eOwners. ☑️ New e-notifications from WIPO to applicants, on behalf of patent offices. ☑️ New forms and features for patent offices.   Learn more and try ePCT here: https://pct.wipo.int/ePCT/   #WIPO #PCTsystem #ePCT #Patent #IntellectualProperty

Strong patent drafting skills can make or break your ability to secure the best possible protection for your inventions, or those of your clients. The 2026 WIPO International Patent Drafting Training Program helps junior and aspiring patent professionals enhance their patent application drafting skills across diverse technical fields. Whether you’re a patent agent, researcher, inventor, or part of a technology transfer team, this program – developed in cooperation with FICPI - International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys – will teach you how to draft high-quality claims and specifications, the foundation of effective patent applications. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/dh-nPDq5 📅 Application Deadline: January 6, 2026. #WIPO #IntellectualProperty #Patent #Patents #PatentDrafting

WIPO’s Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) streamlines the process of seeking patent protection across multiple countries – and gives you the time and insights to make smarter, more strategic business decisions. In today’s fast-moving innovation landscape, these extra benefits can make a significant difference. Here’s how: ✅ More time: get up to 30 months to decide on where you want to actually seek a patent – instead of just 12 months under the traditional system. ✅ Postpone costs: delay major expenses such as translations, and national patent office and professional representatives’ fees for up to 18 months. ✅ Valuable insights: get early insights on your invention’s potential patentability from in-depth search and examination reports. Find out how the PCT can enhance your intellectual property strategy and request a free consultation with a PCT expert here: https://lnkd.in/dtC52gfR #PCTSystem #Patents #IntellectualProperty #Innovation

Did you know that WIPO’s PCT powers near-sonic speed innovation? Hyperloop startup Swisspod is reimagining travel with high-speed passenger and cargo capsules (“pods”) moving through low-pressure tubes at up to 1,200 km/h (745 mph). For innovators like this university spin-off, securing strong and strategic patent protection is essential to successfully bring their breakthrough technologies to global markets. WIPO’s Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) helps users navigate this process by allowing them to seek patent protection in multiple countries through one streamlined, cost-effective process. Swisspod, which is currently completing a hyperloop test-track in Colorado, has used the PCT to seek patent protection for its advanced drivetrain technologies and contactless propulsion system as it expands internationally. For small businesses and bigger companies alike, the PCT makes it easier to pursue patent protection in multiple countries without rushing key decisions or overextending their budgets. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dxud87pH #WIPO #PCTSystem #Patents #Innovation #Hyperloop #FutureTransportation #SustainableMobility #Technology