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📉 5 Reasons Why Intellectual Property Is More Important During Times of Economic Volatility

When markets turn uncertain, budgets tighten and leadership teams shift to survival mode. But for innovative companies, this is exactly when IP becomes a strategic weapon.

History shows that companies who double down on intellectual property during downturns often emerge stronger, more valuable, and more acquisition-ready than those who cut back.

Here are five reasons why IP protection should be at the top of your strategy during periods of economic volatility.

Curtis Wadsworth 2/19/25 Curtis Wadsworth 2/19/25

The Future of the USPTO: Workforce Disruptions, Policy Shifts, and the Growing Backlog

Holding a patent is not merely a legal formality—it is a strategic asset that significantly enhances a company’s ability to secure funding and drive growth.all begins with an idea. While the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) faces unprecedented uncertainty as conflicting mandates on telework, hiring freezes, and return-to-office requirements disrupt operations, patent holders should expect more delays in patent prosecution as the USPTO backlog increases.