Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Bypasses intellectual property as not worth the cost. Cash is always hard to find, but in many cases it’s even harder to find access to needed distribution channels, government contract expertise, or the special skills required to deliver your solution. Easier-to-use’ and other fuzzy terms won’t get any attention.

Intellectual Property 312

Intellectual Property Startup Angel Investor Viral 312

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 17, 2020

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 434

Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Internet 434

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 4, 2022

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 261

Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator Bootstrapping 261

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 17, 2020

Bypasses intellectual property as not worth the cost. Cash is always hard to find, but in many cases it’s even harder to find access to needed distribution channels, government contract expertise, or the special skills required to deliver your solution. Easier-to-use’ and other fuzzy terms won’t get any attention.

Intellectual Property 436

Intellectual Property Angel Investor Viral Distribution 436

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2019

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Finance 320

Finance Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 320

Up and Running

JULY 28, 2022

The size standards are different for each industry and are defined by the government body established to oversee such matters. What you need depends on your location, business activities, industry, and government rules. Secure your intellectual property. According to the U.S. Develop a founders agreement.

Small Business 167

Small Business Intellectual Property Cofounder Software Review 167

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 27, 2016

For a software startup, a patent can be the intellectual property providing the key competitive advantage, or it can be an expensive non-defensible bureaucratic nightmare -- or both. Copyright intellectual property protection is already given automatically and immediately without the need to register the copyright with a government.

Software Review 120

Software Review Intellectual Property Software Technical Review 120

Up and Running

MARCH 12, 2019

While this may be an innovative solution to your immediate need for tech talent needs, the question of how to protect your intellectual property when outsourcing software development has probably crossed your mind. The last thing you want is to have simply handed your idea and your intellectual property over to a potential competitor.

IP 80

IP Software Development Software Developers Intellectual Property 80

Feld Thoughts

MAY 9, 2011

Over the past few years, I’ve spent some time thinking about how the government can help entrepreneurship. It started with my role as the co-chairman of the Colorado Governors Innovation Council which was my first involvement in any formal way with any government initiative. Necessity will drive efficiency.

Government 143

Government Technical Review Intellectual Property Accredited Investor 143

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 30, 2019

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 219

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 219

Steve Blank

DECEMBER 10, 2009

Early on in my career I took a “we’re moving too fast to deal with lawyers” attitude to patents and Intellectual Property (IP.) At one of my entrepreneurship classes at Stanford, Dan Dorosin , of Fenwick & West LLP guest lectures about startups and Intellectual Property. Intellectual Property.

Intellectual Property 234

Intellectual Property IP Software Review Non-disclosure Agreement 234

NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

We focus on solving all commercial law challenges for our clients, including business structuring, contract drafting, employment law, intellectual property protection, compliance with regulations, dispute resolution, and capital raising.

Cap Table 52

Cap Table Intellectual Property Technical Review New Zealand 52

Steve Blank

DECEMBER 9, 2020

One of the ways our adversaries try to gain the advantage is by attacking our supply chain through methods like fraud, introduction of counterfeit materials, control of raw materials, cyber and intellectual property attacks, denying access to strategic materials and rare earth minerals. How do we get going?

Acquisition 330

Acquisition Technical Review Technology Government 330

Women Entrepreneurs Can

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

Legally Secure Your Intellectual Property Position. It is highly imperative that you conduct intellectual property clearance searches. You have to be able to confirm that you are not going to infringe somebody else’s intellectual property rights when you run your business. Register Your Trademarks.

Intellectual Property 59

Intellectual Property Startup Government Technical Review 59

Up and Running

JULY 5, 2021

And hiring an intellectual property attorney may seem like a budget dealbreaker. Rather than risk your initial DIY site expenses and government filing fees, have an attorney make sure your application is thoroughly and correctly completed to give you the best chance of registration success.

Hiring 133

Hiring Intellectual Property United States Search 133

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

The value is tied to infrastructure outside your control, such as a pervasive network of fuel stations, trained service facilities, and new government regulations. A long-term advantage usually also requires intellectual property, such as a patent, trade secret, or trademark. You need a viable business model and customers.

Technical Review 215

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 215

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Nearly all businesses, whether they are small or large, are comprised of intellectual property (IP) and trade secrets, which can serve as the foundation for commercial success. The World Intellectual Property Organization defines IP as, “creations of the mind,” which, depending on the business, can take many forms.

Intellectual Property 60

Intellectual Property Business Plan IP Early Stage 60

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 208

Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Internet 208

crowdSPRING Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

The truth is that most people, and especially designers and marketers, do not understand the law governing the use of typefaces and fonts. Overcome intellectual property concerns. Overcome intellectual property concerns. Your right to sub-license a font is governed by the EULA. Master work overflow.

Intellectual Property 108

Intellectual Property Design Marketing Software Review 108

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Software changes fast and the government moves slowly. I’m a big supporter of building and protecting a portfolio of real intellectual property, and maximizing your startup’s valuation, but it shouldn’t be just a legal game. They know that these entrepreneurs don’t have the skill or resources to defend themselves.

Software Review 250

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 250

NZ Entrepreneur

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Having the Wrong Contracts Contracts are the foundation of any business as they govern and formalise business relationships. This confidential agreement governs the relationship between shareholders and the company and between the shareholders themselves. Think global early!

Intellectual Property 88

Intellectual Property Founder Startup IP 88

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 14, 2014

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Entrepreneur 283

Entrepreneur Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 283

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

These instruments of national power employed in a “whole of government approach” to advance a state’s interests are known by the acronym DIME -FIL. Be specific if your recommendations are for the government or private sector. Class 2 focused on China, the U.S.’s s primary great power competitor. Political Interference.

Technology 348

Technology Russia Artificial Inteligence United States 348

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 1, 2017

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Product Development 177

Product Development Cost Developer Product 177

YoungUpstarts

MAY 22, 2016

Taking appropriate action for intellectual property protection. Failing to take appropriate steps to protect your intellectual property can leave you vulnerable and without any legal standing should another business take your unique idea. Many startups are created based on a unique product, technology or service.

Intellectual Property 124

Intellectual Property Startup Cofounder Technical Review 124

Women Entrepreneurs Can

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

In the rush to get your business off the ground, you might neglect the need to protect your intellectual property. But if your intellectual property is original and differentiates you from your competition, it will be one of the most valuable parts of your business. Register Your Trademarks, Protect Your Brand.

Intellectual Property 40

Intellectual Property Early Stage Startup Security 40

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2014

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 267

Technical Review Due Diligence Entrepreneur Intellectual Property 267

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 309

Intellectual Property Technical Review Venture Capital Startup 309

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Intellectual property protection is great on paper and “limited” in practice. Eventually, China’s innovation-driven economy needs intellectual property rights and anti-trust laws that are enforced. The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. web site, they create another 100,000 VPN users.

China 328

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 328

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 18, 2014

The value is tied to infrastructure outside your control, such as a pervasive network of fuel stations, trained service facilities and new government regulations. A long-term advantage usually also requires intellectual property, such as a patent, trade secret or trademark. You need a viable business model and customers.

Technical Review 266

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 266

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Our economic and foreign policy officials didn’t notice the four-alarm fire as we first gutted our manufacturing infrastructure and sent it to China (profits are better when you outsource); then passively stood by as our intellectual property was being siphoned off; and had no answer to China’s web of trade deals (China’s Belt and Road).

Technology 418

Technology Russia China Intellectual Property 418

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 12, 2018

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 134

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 134

YoungUpstarts

JULY 5, 2020

Their show of encouragement to foreign investors and businesses can be seen in its supportive policies, protection of intellectual property rights, transparent government practices, providing level ground for healthy competition, and openness to high-skill immigration. Business Opportunities in Canada’s Luxury Market.

Canada 264

Canada North America Intellectual Property Asia 264

Steve Blank

JANUARY 25, 2022

Companies in the semiconductor ecosystem make chips (the triangle on the left) and sell them to companies and government agencies (on the right). Those companies and government agencies then design the chips into systems and devices (e.g. and sell them to consumers, businesses, and governments. Specialized Materials.

Taiwan 436

Taiwan IP Artificial Inteligence Intellectual Property 436

YoungUpstarts

JULY 17, 2014

The goal is to sell more iPhones and iPads to corporate and government agencies. We developed a new technology, protected the intellectual property, and then profited on the fact that nobody could duplicate what we did. How can two companies, which have been bitter rivals actually make this work?

Intellectual Property 215

Intellectual Property Stock Government Restful 215

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 26, 2012

Multiple high-profile attacks on organizations and governments around the world, including Malaysia, have grabbed international headlines due to their well-coordinated nature and the scale of the data breach. Governments, companies and individuals are increasingly more willing to spend to safeguard their information.

Malaysia 226

Malaysia Intellectual Property Government Technical Review 226

Berkonomics

AUGUST 27, 2020

All corporate governance documents, from incorporation articles to minutes of all meetings of the board are maintained in the deal room. Data rooms contain access to or copies of all significant contracts with suppliers, customers, consultants, and others.

Software Review 62

Software Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property IPO 62