To mark World IP Day, discussions centred on how patents, trademarks and data are increasingly serving as economically exploitable capital, particularly for start-ups and spin-offs.

Representatives from academia, business, banking and the investment sector highlighted the importance of IP-based financing in keynote speeches and panel discussions. The focus was on valuation approaches, IP as collateral, and successful international and national case studies.

The intensive exchange made it clear that IP-based financing models contribute significantly to strengthening Austria’s innovative capacity and competitiveness. The concluding networking session provided an opportunity to deepen cooperation between research, business and the financial sector.

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