ITU and European Patent Office agree to share information

摘要

Standards are essential for the wide adoption of new technologies in the marketplace. However, there is potential for conflict between patents and standards when the implementation of the standard requires the use of technology protected by one or more patents. Recognizing the need to share information in this area. ITU and the European Patent Office have signed a sharing agreement that will enable the European Patent Office to enhance patent quality and legal certainty by improving access to ITU documentation.