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Article: An Introduction to the World of Intellectual Property and Antitrust.
- Article from:
- Mondaq Business Briefing
- Article date:
- July 1, 2005
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Even after significant shocks to the "new economy", the creation of intellectual property remains an essential part of the U.S. market. Studies from as recently as two years ago indicate that the U.S. generated the most patents per capita in the world and conducted far more research and development than any other country. Given the key role of intellectual property, providing practical advice on intellectual property arrangements while steering clear of antitrust pitfalls remains an important and often challenging exercise.
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