In the world of emerging technology, entrepreneurs and early-stage companies aim for acquisition or IPO. One of the most valuable intangible assets for those companies to achieve successful exits is their intellectual property (IP). Before pursuing an exit, an emerging tech company should conduct thorough IP due diligence to evaluate the strength, value and risks of its IP assets.
IP due diligence uncovers opportunities and issues affecting a company’s right to operate without IP infringement and to enforce its IP claims against competitors, thereby protecting its technology and market share. Emerging tech companies should consider eight IP due diligence and evaluation steps to facilitate a successful exit.
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