IP Stories
IP Stories explores the personal and practical stories behind intellectual property. The podcast interviews innovators, inventors, entrepreneurs, and IP disseminators who work to bring patents, copyright, design rights, trademarks, and other IP rights closer to the people who can benefit from them. Through these conversations, listeners hear how IP is experienced from different perspectives and how it can support creativity and innovation.
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Protecting What Makes Us Human (part 2) #56 – with Dr. Hayleigh Bosher
In this episode of IP Stories, we welcome Dr. Hayleigh Bosher back to the podcast, a legal expert in creative industries law and policy and Reader in Intellectual Property Law at Brunel University of London. She is the author of Copyright in the Music Industry, now out in a fully updated second edition, and the host of the podcast Whose Song Is It Anyway? She's back three years after our first
Protecting What Makes Us Human (part 1) #55 – with Dr. Hayleigh Bosher
In this episode of IP Stories, we welcome Dr. Hayleigh Bosher back to the podcast, a legal expert in creative industries law and policy and Reader in Intellectual Property Law at Brunel University of London. She is the author of Copyright in the Music Industry, now out in a fully updated second edition, and the host of the podcast Whose Song Is It Anyway? She's back three years after our first
Inside IP's Policy Battles: The Power of Communicating IP #54 – with Christie Thoene
In this episode of IP Stories, we sit down with Christie Thoene, former Vice President of Policy and Legal Communications at Qualcomm, where she spent 20 years navigating some of the most consequential patent and IP battles globally. Now launching her own consulting practice, Christie shares how an unexpected change from litigation to communications gave her a front-row seat at the center of globa
Creative Freedom and Protection: The Business of Street Art #53 – with Szabotage
In this episode of IP Stories, we sit down with Gustav Szabo — known as Szabotage — and Hannah Smith, the creative duo behind the contemporary street art brand Szabotage. Together, they share how they transformed a passion for street art into a distinctive global brand, navigating the balance between artistic freedom and commercial growth.We explore how intellectual property plays a role in protec
Solving Real Problems: How Patents Powered a MedTech Pioneer #52 – with Alexander Tsoukalis
In this episode of IP Stories, we speak with Alexander Tsoukalis, founder and CEO of Micrel Medical Devices, about his journey from building a handmade prototype to leading an internationally recognized medtech innovator. Alexander shares how identifying real patient needs drove the development of smarter infusion pumps and safer drug delivery systems, and his journey discovering the importance of
Empowering Europe’s SMEs Through IP #51 – with Inge Buffolo
In this episode of IP Stories, we sit down with Inge Buffolo, Director of Business Development at the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), to explore how intellectual property can become a real growth tool for small and medium-sized enterprises across Europe.From her early career as a telecommunications engineer to more than 20 years at EUIPO, Inge shares her journey through innova
Innovating with AI: Creativity, Data & IP Decisions #50 – with Álvaro Sáez
In this episode of IP Stories, we speak with Álvaro Sáez, Co-founder and CEO of HechicerIA, Co-founder and CTO of Mettis AI and Shintek, and a strategic consultant in AI and creative technologies. Álvaro shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, gaming, computer vision, and audiovisual creation. We explore how generative AI and game engines
Leading Innovation: Research, IP & the Future of Telecom #49 with Lyse Brillouet
In this episode of IP Stories, we sit down with Lyse Brillouet, Executive Vice-President of Research at Orange, to explore her multidisciplinary journey across business, technology, innovation, and intellectual property. Lyse shares how leadership and people management have shaped her career, and why she sees IP not just as protection, but as an enabler of innovation. She discusses Orange’s evolvi
Rethinking IP in the Age of AI #48 – with Tamar Gomez
In this episode of IP Stories, we’re joined by Tamar Gomez, co-founder of Ankar AI, to explore how artificial intelligence is changing the way innovators build, protect, and scale their ideas. Tamar explains how her background in economics and tech shaped her approach to entrepreneurship, and how Ankar AI empowers inventors, law firms, and corporates to make faster, smarter IP decisions. We also d
Why Startups Can’t Afford to Ignore IP #47 – with Magali Touroude
In this episode of IP Stories, we’re joined by Magali Touroude, founder of YesMyPatent, a firm helping startups and deep tech companies access strong, affordable patent strategies. Magali shares insights from her career, from working at L'Oréal to helping scale cutting-edge ventures, and explains why IP is critical to Europe’s competitiveness in the global innovation race. This is a must-listen fo
The Rise of the Unified Patent Court #46 – with Prof. Dr. Tilman Müller-Stoy
In this episode of IP Stories, we sit down with Prof. Dr. Tilman Müller-Stoy, partner at Bardehle Pagenberg and a leading litigator at the Unified Patent Court (UPC). With more than two decades of experience in patent disputes, Tilman shares his journey into IP law, the transformation from national to international litigation, and what makes the UPC a true game changer. We discuss landmark prelimi
Protecting Ideas and Saving Lives: A Founder’s Journey in AI Mobility #45 – with André Azevedo
In this episode of IP Stories, we speak with André Azevedo, co-founder and CEO of WingDriver, a startup using AI and smartphone technology to help drivers stay safe by detecting fatigue and distraction. André shares the story behind the idea, discusses how data privacy is built into their product design, and explains why intellectual property has been a key part of their business strategy from day
Designing for Real Life: IP, Safety, and Purpose #44 – with Emma Garatea
In this episode of IP Stories, we talk to Emma Garatea, founder and CEO of Cocoon Airbag, the startup behind the world’s first bicycle child seat equipped with an airbag. Emma shares the personal story that sparked her innovation, explains how she brought a deep-tech safety product to life, and discusses the crucial role IP played in protecting and growing her business. We also dive into sustainab
From Viral Content to Smart Contracts: IP in Tech & Media #43 – with Tamany Vinson Bentz
In this episode of IP Stories, we’re chatting with Tamany Vinson Bentz, founder of California IP Law and an IP attorney specialised in technology and media. We get into some big questions, like who owns content created by AI, how streaming and e-commerce platforms are handling IP, and why automation can sometimes go very wrong. Tamany also shares real stories from her work and gives smart, practic
Our winners in the spotlight #42 – with Alia Kahwaji, Mina Jasinski, and Ludovico Bossi
In this episode of IP Stories, we sit down with the winners of the 2024 4iP Council Research Awards: Alia Kahwaji, Mina Jasinski, and Ludovico Bossi; to explore their award-winning research. From the impact of AI on patentability and voice cloning’s legal implications in music, to the challenges of fair remuneration for creators on social media, this conversation dives into some of the most pressi
Empowering Inventors: Patents, People and Purpose #41 – with Ann Chaplin
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Ann Chaplin, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Qualcomm, to talk about her fascinating journey into intellectual property, the role of IP in enabling innovation, and Qualcomm’s initiatives to make the patent system more accessible. Ann shares insights on standard essential patents, licensing, and the importance of empowering inventors from all b
Who Owns the Future? IP in the Age of Intelligent Machines #40 - with Dr. Luke McDonagh
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Luke McDonagh, Associate Professor at LSE Law School, about how AI and robotics are reshaping intellectual property. As intelligent machines become more autonomous, questions about inventorship, ownership, and copyright are pushing legal frameworks to their limits. We explore whether current IP laws are keeping up with these rapid changes and what challenges lie
About the evolution of IP in a Tech-Driven World #39 - with Prof. Noam Shemtov
As part of our "AI Special," we sit down with Professor Noam Shemtov, a leading expert in Intellectual Property and Technology Law, to explore the evolving challenges at the intersection of IP and emerging technologies.
Topics include AI’s impact on patents and copyright, the ownership debate around AI-generated works, the potential of quantum computing, and the importance of adopting a holistic
Redefining Copyright in the Age of AI #38 - with Dr. Zoi Krokida
In this episode, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and intellectual property law with Dr. Zoi Krokida, lecturer in AI, Innovation, and Law at Brunel University London. Dr. Krokida talks about big challenges, such as defining copyright for AI-generated content, addressing liability for unauthorized materials, and adapting IP laws to the evolving digital landscape. She also shar
Building Smarter IoT using AI #37 - with Michael Zhdanau
In this "AI Special" episode, we welcome Michael Zhdanau, former CEO of Widerix and an expert on software engineering and product management. Michael takes us through his journey, from his DevOps beginnings to founding Widerix. We discuss how AI is transforming industries by leveraging IoT data with real-world applications. Michael also dives into the ethical, and technical intellectual property c
AI's Impact on Intellectual Property: A New Era #36 - with Harrie Temmink
In this second episode with Harrie Temmink, Head of Service at the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), we dive deeper into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in intellectual property management. This time, Harrie shares insights on how AI is used in everything, from translation and content creation to anti-counterfeiting efforts, discussing both the opportunities a
Balancing Creativity and Accountability with Generative AI #35 – with Yair Adato
In this episode, we sit down with Yair Adato, co-founder and CEO of Bria AI, to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, creativity, and intellectual property. Yair shares the story behind Bria AI, a cutting-edge platform that emphasizes ethical, responsible technology by ensuring respect for copyright, privacy, and trademarks in AI-generated content. We also dive into the challenges a
From Lab to Life: The Power of Patents in Cutting-Edge Therapies #34 - with Dr. Noa Avni
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Noa Avni, Director of Research and Development at Nuroxone Biologic, about her groundbreaking work in regenerative medicine. Dr. Avni shares insights into how her team is using exosome-based therapies to develop innovative treatments for spinal cord injuries, a condition with limited options today. She also delves into the unique challenges of transitioning from
Behind the Scenes of IPR & Licensing #33 - with Christina Petersson
In this episode, we sit down with Christina Petersson, the Chief Intellectual Property Officer (CIPO) at Ericsson, one of the world's leading telecommunications companies. Christina shares insights into her role in managing Ericsson's extensive patent portfolio, the challenges and responsibilities of protecting and enforcing intellectual property rights, and the importance of a robust IP s
Understanding the role of copyright in the creative industries #32 - with Prof. Dr. Eleonora Rosati
In this episode, we sit down with Professor Eleonora Rosati, Professor of Intellectual Property Law at Stockholm University and Of Counsel at Bird & Bird. She is also Editor of the Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice, long-standing contributor to The IPKat, and Co-Founder of Fashion Law London.
Eleonora shares her unexpected journey into the world of intellectual property, and
IP in Architecture: From Patents to Urban Impact #31 - with Jorge Vizcaya
For today's episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Jorge Vizcaya, architect and Head of Sports & Recreation Area at Sener, and one of the minds behind the patented Hypogea® system. With him, we talked about the system behind his project, the process of patenting as an architect and the impact of design on peoples lives, among many other things. Join us for a fascinating conversation!
The Role of Patents in Enhancing Startup Credibility #30 - with Luka Banovic
Luka Banovic, our guest for today’s episode, is the co-founder of Hummble, the only active noise management system for HVAC applications currently on the market. Luka shared with us the inspiration and story behind Hummble, and discussed about success, the critical role of intellectual property, and the biggest challenge faced as a startup founder, credibility. Join us for an inspiring conversatio
The Real Cost of IP theft: Counterfeiting and Piracy #29 - with Harrie Temmink
This is the first part of a longer interview with Harrie Temmink, where we talked about loads of interesting things! In the first half we discuss counterfaiting, Harrie talks about the hidden dangers of counterfeit products and piracy, the health, safety, and economic impact and how European SMEs can combat IP theft.
The second part of this interview will be published in September, where we will d
A deep dive into smart water management technologies #28 - with Avraham Davidson
In this episode, we sit down with Avraham Davidson, Founder and CTO of Aquasmart Intelligent Water Solution, a one-of-a kind technology that warns about malfunctions in water while they are still small. With Avraham, we talked about the process of patenting, the innovative technology behind his leak detection systems and the motivations and meaning of his work, among many other things! This episod
Our winners in the spotlight #27 – with Dheemanth Vangimalla, Aline Arenque, Amanda Costa Novaes, and Ángela H. Martínez López
Join us as our guests to discover more about the award-winning papers of the 4iP Council Research Awards 2023. On today's episode, we will interview the four champions of this year's edition;
1st Place: “Plausibility and the flotilla: have the English courts drifted from the commodore’s approach to the evidential requirement for patent validity, and if so, is this divergence justified?
Sustainability is also not leaving anyone behind #26 - with Anja von der Ropp
We continue on our sustainability special, gathering different angles and experiences from those who are working towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This time we had the pleasure to speak with Anja von der Ropp, Senior Program Coordinator for Climate Change and Food Security at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). We talked with her about bioethics, the role of patent
The key to successful negotiations #25 – with Sonja London
We are doing a brief pause on our current season, to add this special episode with Sonja London, President of Licensing Executives Society International (LESI), General Counsel and Licensing Executive at TactoTek and advisor for other companies. During this great conversation with her, we talked about negotiations and trust, diversity and role models, and ways to support SMEs through legislation.
Build, protect, enjoy life, scale up and change the world #24 - with Dr. Amira Erokh
We had a chat with Dr. Amira Erokh, chemist, researcher, entrepreneur and co-founder/CTO of Everdye – a startup that develops low heat, low-energy, biobased dyeing pigments and processes. Talking with Amira was so easy we almost forgot that we were in an interview! She told us about the origins of her interest in the environment, shared great advice for researchers and entrepreneurs, and explained
Following nature's lead to create an IP focused business #23 - with Dr. Saeed Alhassan Alkhazraji
For this episode, on our series on IP and Sustainability 🌍, we invited Dr. Saeed Alhassan Alkhazraji, Professor at Khalifa University and Founder at Manhat - a deep technology startup based in the United Arab Emirates; focusing on "natural water distillation" patented technology for sustainable water and floating farm solutions.
We talked with Saeed about considering patents part of the
Does IP law support sustainable development? #22 - with Prof. Giulia Priora
Prof. Giulia Priora, Director of NOVA IPSI and Assistant Professor at NOVA School of Law; is our first guest of this new season on IP and the SDGs (Sustainable Develpment Goals), and we couldn't have found a better guest for the first episode.
We talked with her about human experiences, about the paradox behind the concept of "sustainable innovation", the intersection of IP and sust
The IoT revolution is powered by antennas #21 - with Dr. Carles Puente i Baliarda
This time we had the pleause of interviewing Dr. Carles Puente i Baliarda, who patented the first fractal antenna in the world. We talked about using patents as a business tool and not just as a defensive tool; about the need to be naive to become an inventor; and about the future of antennas in IoT (Internet of Things).
Links of interest:
Ignion Website
IoT & Standards
Going from B2C to licensing, thanks to IP #20 - with Timothée Le Quesne
This time we interviewed Timothée Le Quesne, co-founder and CEO at energysquare - a new generation of wireless chargers that allow users to charge all their electronic devices simultaneously on a single surface.
We talked with Timothée about his journey as an entrepreneur, the support they received and the challenges they had to face; as well as their licensing business model.
It's very ref
From concept to reality, launching a hardware startup #19 - with Andreas Kofoed Sørensen
We had the pleasure of interviewing Andreas Kofoed Sørensen, co-founder of Birdie, a playful Indoor Air Quality Monitor designed in Denmark. We talked with Andreas about crowdfunding a project, about the need of seeking profesional advice when you need to, about the challenges of being entrepreneur and about the difficulties they had to face with their brand trademark.
Innovating to enhance the user experience #18 - with Ville-Veikko Mattila
Ville-Veikko Mattila is Nokia’s Head of Multimedia Technologies. He has over 25 years of experience in developing breakthrough multimedia technologies. He has authored 50 scientific journals and conference papers, holds 70 patents and patent applications, and has been interviewed on his work by MIT Technology Review, New Scientist, The Economist, The New York Times and now us! We talked with him a
Innovating in Orbit: The Role of Tech Transfer in Satellite Communications #17 - with Dr. Miguel Salas Natera
We speak with Dr. Miguel Salas Natera (PhD in Communications Technologies and Systems as well as a Master's Degree in Space Technology). Miguel is from Venezuela, but he has lived in Madrid for many years, and this is where he currently works as Associate Professor and Researcher on SATCOM and Antenna Systems, at the UPM (Polytechnic University of Madrid).
We had the pleasure to talk with hi
Strategies for Successful Industry-Academia Collaborations #16 - with Dr. Pascale Redig
We had the pleasure to interview the Senior IP Officer at KU Leuven R&D, Pascale Redig. Her job involves managing research collaborations between academia and industry from an IP perspective, negotiating the contracts, as well as the commercialisation of the research via licensing.
We talked with her about the importance of the collaborations between academia and industry, understanding each
Transforming Supply Chains with AI: A Journey from Academia to Startup #15 - with Miguel Silva-Constenla
We had the pleasure to interview Miguel Silva-Constenla, CEO & Co-Founder at AllRead Machine Learning Technologies, a spin-off from the Computer Vision Center of Barcelona, and now a scale-up with solid revenue and a dedicated team of 30+ people.
Miguel holds a Master’s degree in Physics & Computer Science and an International MBA. He served in the Spanish Army as Specialist in Electroni
Patenting for Impact: How IP Transforms Gene Therapy Research into Patient Solutions #14 - with Prof. Els Henckaerts
Els Henckaerts, MD, PhD is the head of the Laboratory of Viral Cell Biology and Therapeutics at KU Leuven. In this interview with Els, we see her as a researcher, as the CSO of a recently stablished spin-off and as a professor and mentor.
We learned about the advances of gene therapy, the importance of having the right support and strong patents when creating a spin-off, the relationship between
Securing Funding and Driving Innovation in Agricultural Biotechnology #13 - with Dr. Isabel Vercauteren
Dr. Isabel Vercauteren is CEO at Aphea.Bio, a company dedicated to provide novel science-based solutions to build the agriculture of the future: sustainable, reliable and profitable. It founded in 2017 as a spin-off of the VIB and its partner universities Ghent University and KU Leuven. We talked with Isabel about the challenge of raising capital (they have secured € 70 million Series C Funding);
“Drug discovery is a rollercoaster with some ups and a lot of downs” #12 - with Dr. Patrick Chaltin
Patrick Chaltin is the Managing Director of the Centre for Drug Design and Discovery (CD3). He is a qualified European Patent Attorney and was previously active as IP manager at the IP unit of KU Leuven Research & Development, where he was responsible for the management of the IP created by KU Leuven within the pharmaceutical field.
In this interview, he shares with us his experience during t
Creating Impact: How Universities Drive Innovation and Tech Transfer #11 - with Paul Van Dun
Paul Van Dun is the General Manager of KU Leuven's Technology Transfer unit. To give a bit of context - about 200 findings are reported by researchers from the KU Leuven Association to their IP department. From these findings, in 2022, 144 patents were granted, resulting in a total of 825 active patent families in KU Leuven’s portfolio. Paul talks to us about his unplanned journey and the wid
"The small businesses that use IP have a 68% higher revenue" #10- with EUIPO
In this episode, we talk with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) to better understand the EU initiatives they are implementing to provide assistance, guidance and financial support to EU businesses.
Speakers: Elisavet Karagiampi, Mary White, Suzanne Hogan
Moderated by: Dr. Claudia Tapia
The Misunderstandings of IP in the Age of Web3 and AI #9 - with Dr. Oliver Scherenberg
In this episode we had a great chat with Dr. Oliver Scherenberg, an intellectual property attorney based in Germany, with over 15 years of experience in licensing and monetization. We talked about the misunderstandings around IP in the creative and technological industries; the specific concerns around NFTs and Web3; the challenges of our time and AI. He is very active in LinkedIn where he also t
Willing to learn something new every day #8 - with Dr. Marta Karczewicz
Dr. Marta Karczewicz is Vice President of Technology at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Marta's contribution has been crucial to the evolution of video compression. She holds more than 700 US patents, but for her the key is to focus on solving the problem, that should be what motivates you, the inventions and everything else, are a consequence. It was truly a pleasure to have a chat with such an i
Winning Against Giants: Safe Vaping Hardware for Cannabis #7 - with Arnaud Dumas de Rauly
This episode is such a roller coaster! Arnaud has told us about the beginnings of his company, The Blinc Group - a leading innovator in the cannabis vaporizer industry. We have learned how they use patents not only to protect themselves from competitors, or to defend themselves in court from the allegations of an industry giant; but also, to shape their business strategy, making the most of their
Beyond Copyright: Exploring the Music Industry's Soul #6 - with Dr. Hayleigh Bosher
We had a chat with Dr. Hayleigh Bosher, an internationally published legal academic, speaker and legal consultant specialising in intellectual property, media and entertainment law. She is Senior Lecturer and Associate Dean (Professional Development and Graduate Outcomes) at Brunel University London, Visiting Research Fellow at the Centre for Intellectual Property, Policy and Management, blogger f
SMEs don't know just how powerful they are #5 - with Joff Wild
Joff Wild is a journalist who has specialised in covering IP since 1992. During that time, he has written for a number of IP-focused titles, as well as publications such as The Times, The Financial Times and The Wall Street Journal. He founded IAM in 2003 and was its first editor, before becoming editor-in-chief of the IP and Data Division of Globe Business Publishing and then Law Business Researc
We cannot be afraid of failing #4 - with Diana Pani
This episode is part of our Word IP Day special, that this year is about ‘Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and creativity’. To honour such an important subject, we have interviewed four successful women inventors with extensive IP knowledge. Their stories and messages of encouragement for anyone interested in pursuing their careers in the STEM industries, and particularly for young women, are
You don't need to be a genius to be an inventor #3 - with Yufei Blankenship, PhD
This episode is part of our Word IP Day special, that this year is about ‘Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and creativity’. To honour such an important subject, we have interviewed four successful women inventors with extensive IP knowledge. Their stories and messages of encouragement for anyone interested in pursuing their careers in the STEM industries, and particularly for young women, are
Why competition is good for inventors #2 - with Dr. Lola Awoniyi-Oteri
This episode is part of our Word IP Day special, that this year is about ‘Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and creativity’. To honour such an important subject, we have interviewed four successful women inventors with extensive IP knowledge. Their stories and messages of encouragement for anyone interested in pursuing their careers in the STEM industries, and particularly for young women, are
IP: The Yin and the Yang for entrepreneurs #1 - with Dr. Sheryl Genco
This episode is part of our Word IP Day special, that this year is about ‘Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and creativity’. To honour such an important subject, we have interviewed four successful women inventors with extensive IP knowledge. Their stories and messages of encouragement for anyone interested in pursuing their careers in the STEM industries, and particularly for young women, are
