Startup incubator T-Hub has launched T-Edge to offer comprehensive advisory on legal, financial, and procurement issues. With a focus on intellectual property (IP) strategies, T-Edge is designed to safeguard innovations and transform them into strategic assets that drive sustainable growth.

At the inaugural session on Tuesday, T-Edge discussed  how to develop robust IP strategies and navigate patent and trademark processes to safeguard their proprietary innovations.

A panel discussion on ‘The Role of IP in Accelerating the Innovation Ecosystem’, experts explored critical aspects such as the right timing for startups to apply for patents; strategies for leveraging IP to enhance business valuation; and cost-effective methods for protecting intellectual property against infringement.

The panel also examined unique copyright challenges faced by AI-driven startups, practical approaches to filing global patents, and enforcement challenges in international markets, providing startups with actionable insights to navigate the multifaceted IP ecosystem.

“This workshop is a crucial step in equipping entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools to safeguard their innovations. By collaborating with NALSAR, we are not only addressing a critical gap in the startup ecosystem but also helping to build a culture of IP awareness that will be essential for the long-term success of startups in the country,” Sujit Jagirdar, Interim CEO of T-Hub, said in a statement.

Published on January 28, 2025