Intellectual property (IP) rights and standardisation are closely interconnected, forming a complex but mutually reinforcing relationship that supports both the creation of innovation and its broad dissemination.
To shed light on this important interplay, the European IP Helpdesk has published a new infographic outlining the key aspects of how IP and standardisation interact. The visual resource explains how IP rights, while granting exclusivity, can coexist with standardisation processes that aim to promote accessibility, interoperability, and market adoption of technologies.
The infographic offers a clear and accessible overview of this relationship, helping stakeholders better understand how to balance protection and openness in innovation ecosystems.
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- Publication date
- 20 April 2026
- Author
- European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency