Once upon a time. The Patent

Featuring a foreword by Pascal Faure, CEO of the French Patent and Trademark Office (INPI), and
a postface by Yann Ménière, Chief economist of the European Patent Office (EPO)

When and under what circumstances was the patent born?
How did it evolve and gradually spread to the entire planet?
Can it meet the new challenges of our time, such as the fight against pandemics, the race for innovation and the rise of artificial intelligence?

Bringing together history, law and economics, Once upon a time, the patentsheds new light on the debates surrounding the patent system. From the 14th century of Venice to the 21st century of Silicon Valley, this book will introduce you to exceptional characters and let you experience the events that made the history of the patent. It will also allow you to understand the present day uses of the patent and why it must continue to evolve in the future to survive.