With the spike in economic growth in the battery industry and the EV industry, the IP world is seeing a commensurate spike in battery activity. For example, battery-related patent filings are gaining speed, as are litigations involving battery patents. This growth is expected to continue in the coming years, and companies should be prepared to protect their own IP as well as defend themselves against IP enforcement actions from rivals and nonpracticing entities. Battery companies, EV companies, and suppliers should carefully evaluate their IP policies and practices to best position themselves competitively.
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