What is the purpose of patenting an invention? Is it a legal formality akin to paperwork? A box to check? No. Intellectual property is a tool to transform a new idea into a product or a service by ...

As a new inventor, it can be difficult to know what steps you need to take and what you must do in order to move forward with your invention idea. While there are lots of people who come up with great ...

The key to making money from an invention is assessing your idea from a business perspective first — not after your patent issues. Is a patent only as “good” as your ability to defend it? Many people, ...

The Fast Company Executive Board is a private, fee-based network of influential leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. BY Steve Anderson In a world ...

Artificial intelligence has become part of everyday life, but as the technology rapidly advances, federal agencies are trying to adopt new standards for its use. One agency, the United States Patent ...

Becoming an inventor isn’t about being a genius, having a degree, or owning a high-tech lab — it’s about curiosity and creativity. Inventors are problem-solvers who see everyday frustrations and ask, ...

In recent years, the quest for knowledge and innovations to make the world a better place has led to numerous inventions. People from all walks of life, from the private to the public sector, all seek ...