IAM recently covered AT&T's increased activity in the secondary patent market, with Lyft, Uber and Facebook among the companies that have purchased its assets. The telecoms giant has a significant portfolio - in terms of volume and quality - which has attracted a number of businesses looking to … [Read more...] about “AT&T’s Portfolio is a Treasure Trove for Buyers.” Diakun. IAM Media (February 2019)
“The 2018 Brokered Patent Market .” Richardson et. al. IAM Magazine (January 2019)
The patent market has fully stabilised and prices are rational,” said no one ever. During 2018 total dollars transacted in brokered deals increased while prices of single-asset deals have dropped significantly. “The 2018 Brokered Patent Market .” Richardson et. al. IAM Magazine (January 2019), … [Read more...] about “The 2018 Brokered Patent Market .” Richardson et. al. IAM Magazine (January 2019)
“Google Makes First Sale in U.S. Brokered Patent Market.” Nayak. Bloomberg Law (August 2018)
Alphabet Inc.'s Google has sold patents for the first time in the domestic brokered patent market, according to data provided to Bloomberg Law by Richardson Oliver Law Group LLP. “Google Makes First Sale in U.S. Brokered Patent Market.” Nayak. Bloomberg Law (August 2018), available here. … [Read more...] about “Google Makes First Sale in U.S. Brokered Patent Market.” Nayak. Bloomberg Law (August 2018)
“The 2017 Brokered Patent Market – the Fightback Begins.” Richardson et. al. IAM Magazine (January 2018)
In our sixth annual report on the secondary patent market, we find stabilization and even recovery. Years of negative results for patent holders have created a community feel that does not comport with the market data. Sales increased to just under $300M from $165M last year. “The 2017 Brokered … [Read more...] about “The 2017 Brokered Patent Market – the Fightback Begins.” Richardson et. al. IAM Magazine (January 2018)
“Preparing a Patent Package for Sale (Infographic).” Richardson et. al. IAM Market (September 2016)
Want to learn how to successfully prepare your patent portfolio for sale? We present our seven steps in a handy infographic. “Preparing a Patent Package for Sale (Infographic).” Richardson et. al. IAM Market (September 2016), available here. … [Read more...] about “Preparing a Patent Package for Sale (Infographic).” Richardson et. al. IAM Market (September 2016)
“Readying a Patent Portfolio for Sale: What You Need to Know to Be Successful.” Richardson. IAM Market (September 2016)
Want to learn how to successfully prepare your patent portfolio for sale? We walk through the best corporate practices for preparing a patent for sale. “Readying a Patent Portfolio for Sale: What You Need to Know to Be Successful.” Richardson. IAM Market (September 2016), available here. … [Read more...] about “Readying a Patent Portfolio for Sale: What You Need to Know to Be Successful.” Richardson. IAM Market (September 2016)
“When Do Operating Companies Sell Their Patents?” Richardson et. al. IPWatchdog (August 2016)
What causes operating companies to sell their patents? Our intuition tells us that patent sales take place when the seller is in financial distress or the company is underperforming. We asked ourselves whether data aligned with our intuition. We looked at transaction data for sales from … [Read more...] about “When Do Operating Companies Sell Their Patents?” Richardson et. al. IPWatchdog (August 2016)
“The Non-Dilutive Cash Injection: Selling Your Patents.” Richardson et. al. WSGR Bulletin (July 2009)
You can sell your patents for a cash infusion. If you have a patent portfolio, you may want to consider selling your patents to meet your cash needs. We analyze the steps to selling your patents, including developing the sales package and finding the right price. “The Non-Dilutive Cash Injection: … [Read more...] about “The Non-Dilutive Cash Injection: Selling Your Patents.” Richardson et. al. WSGR Bulletin (July 2009)