The Future of SEPs and Innovation in Europe

Wednesday, 4 December | 12:00 - 14:30 CET

Governments across the world have recognised the strategic importance of leadership in key technological standards, including for cellular communications, and relying on an open, industry-led standardisation process.

The European Union's proposed regulation on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) has sparked significant debate within the technology industry over its implications on Europe's ability to innovate in next-generation technologies such as 5G and 6G. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential impact on innovation, competitiveness but also national security and defence capabilities.

Over a roundtable lunch hosted by Euractiv in collaboration with Qualcomm, representatives from industry, academia, and government will delve into the future of SEPs and standardisation in Europe.There will be an open Q&A session following the opening remarks and panel discussion.

Confirmed speakers:

Richard Vary, Partner, Bird & Bird
Adrin Vzquez Lzara MEP, Vice-Chair AFCO Committee, Shadow Rapporteur on the EU SEP regulation, European Parliament
Michael Frhlich, Director, Patent Development & IP Lab, European Patent Office
Andrs Jkti, Director, Patent and Technology Law Division, WIPO
Markus Kicia, Legal Officer, DG GROW, European Commission
Klaus Grabinski, Judge, President of the Court of Appeal and Chairperson of the Presidium of the Unified Patent Court
Patrick Hofkens, Head of IPR Policy, Ericsson

This hybrid conference is organised by Qualcomm with Euractiv as a Media Partner.

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