Lisa Cook, Professor of Economics & International Relations at Michigan State University, commented on a recent study conducted at Harvard University regarding the demographic data of inventors in America. Cook stated that, “throughout history, women and underrepresented minorities have not been able to participate fully in each stage of the innovation process.” Following the study, […]
Ocean Tomo Transactions
The Importance of a Multi-Disciplinary Team When Analyzing, Valuing, and Transacting Technology and IP-Rich Companies
Historically, the roles of the appraiser, technologist, and investment banker were separate and unrelated functions in the deal-making process. However, as the global economy continues its decades-long transition from asset-heavy manufacturing to an intellectual property (IP) driven knowledge-based economy, the need for collaboration among these roles has become imperative to the comprehensive analysis of corporate […]
Intellectual Property Issues in Buy/Sell Agreements
Intellectual property (IP) refers to intangible assets such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. These assets increasingly represent significant, material value of businesses, and as such, they need to be properly protected and managed in buy/sell agreements. In a buy/sell agreement, the seller is often required to transfer ownership of any IP that is […]
Financial, Technical, and Intellectual Property Expertise in Energy Transaction
Earlier today, Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, announced our role as financial advisor to the Special Committee of the Board of Directors of Ares Acquisition Corporation (AAR). “Understanding the strengths and weakness of X-energy’s technology and the related market risks and opportunities was central to this engagement,” said Ocean Tomo Managing Director Greg […]
Ocean Tomo Bid-Ask Market: Mid-Year Update
The Ocean Tomo Bid-Ask™ Market is an open online platform to buy and sell patents and other Intellectual Property (IP). This market is an important step forward, both as a simplified solution for patent transactions and a source of information on patent pricing. The Ocean Tomo Bid-Ask Market uniquely combines the efficiency of an online […]
Ocean Tomo Transactions, a part of J.S. Held, Surpasses $1.5 Billion in Intellectual Property Transactions
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held LLC, announced today the updated performance of Ocean Tomo Transactions, LLC, a part of the firm’s Advisory Services business. Ocean Tomo serves as a trusted advisor to large and small operating company patent owners, successfully closing Intellectual Property (IP) transactions with a cumulative value exceeding $1.5 Billion. Managing […]
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, Releases Report on Brand Value
Today, Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held released its Brand Report, providing a practical and actionable understanding of the drivers of brand value. In the report, Ocean Tomo leverages years of firm experience conducting countless brand valuations. Through the Ocean Tomo Brand Report, we provide a glimpse into our perspective of what makes brands […]
Ocean Tomo Bid-Ask™ Market Lot 136 Sells for $2 Million to Strategic Acquirer
Ocean Tomo and Sinofaith IP Group, co-creators of the Ocean Tomo Bid-Ask™ market #OTBA, announced the sale of NOVA Scientific’s Neutron Imaging patent portfolio for $2 million USD to a strategic acquirer. The portfolio, Lot 136, consists of 17 US and European issued patents and applications for cutting-edge neutron detection technology with advanced imaging and […]