I have long noted that although the U.S. IP market is the envy of the world, not enough attention has been paid to the role of governmental policy to further our leadership edge. This is troubling in light of the oft reported efforts of European, Asian and now the Mid-East efforts to build a technology-based […]
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Did Google buy Motorola Mobility Primarily for its Patents?
Google (GOOG) agreed to acquire Motorola Mobility (MMI) for $12.5 billion this last summer. Many analysts are puzzled as to why GOOG offered so much, for a business whose sales are a far distance behind Apple and profit margins well below its own. MMI issued a new warning that its smartphone sales are slightly up […]
A Note on CEO Networking from Ocean Tomo CEO, Jim Malackowski
I have been a member of a number of CEO networking and training organizations over the years, most notably the Young Presidents Organization (YPO). Recently I learned of CEO IntroNet from LES member Gary Keller. CEO IntroNet relies on news style video as the format for explaining a business in the literal words of its chief […]
Asia’s IP First Mover Jim Malackowski Interviewd by HKTDC
Last November, I was interviewed by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). The next five years will be crucial in the development of Asia’s intellectual property trade, and the opportunity to be Asia’s IP central market is Hong Kong’s to capture. Check out the video: Asia’s IP First Mover
IPXI: Trading Patents in 2012
This afternoon I participated in a segment on CNBC Street Signs with Brian Sullivan. We discussed the funding and launch of the Intellectual Property Exchange International (IPXI). I encourage you to watch the the brief video interview. And be sure to follow @IPXI on Twitter for updates on the development of the world’s first financial exchange […]
IPXI Introduction Video
Earlier today, IPXI made several announcements – Funding of U.S. operations, Founding Members, and Board Appointments. If you missed the news, please make sure to watch the IPXI Introduction Video – a short piece featuring IPXI Co-Chairman, Gerard J. Pannekoek. And be sure to follow @IPXI on Twitter for updates on the development of the […]
IPXI Announces Completion of Funding for U.S. Operations, Initial Board Appointments & New Members
As you know, Ocean Tomo has long been an active participant in the development of intellectual property markets and supporting solutions. Today is a significant day in this regard as I am able to share with you three important announcements pertaining to our affiliate the Intellectual Property Exchange International, Inc. Specifically, I am pleased to […]
Cypress Named to Ocean Tomo 300® Patent Index for Sixth Consecutive Year
Constituent Company: Cypress Semiconductor Corp. NASDAQ CM: CY Website:www.cypress.com Industry Sector: Information Technology Average IPQ® Score: 120 On December 7th, Cypress Semiconductor Corp. (Nasdaq: CY) announced that for the sixth consecutive year, it was named a constituent in the Ocean Tomo 300® Patent Index; the first equity index based on the value of corporate intellectual […]