EU-Japan Centre Past events

½-day "About Japan" Cross-cultural Workshop Series in the EUIn cooperation with local members of the Enterprise Europe Network, the EU-Japan Centre organises cross

½-day "About Japan" Cross-cultural Workshop Series in the EUIn cooperation with local members of the Enterprise Europe Network, the EU-Japan Centre organises cross

This seminar was intended to cast a light on how the new technologies of IoT and 3D printing may benefit from the current IP system and reciprocally, how the IP system has to be adapted to such cutting-edge technologies. The key points of discussion were the following: a) The current status of IoT and 3D printing from the point of view of intellectual property. Exploring further, the commonalities and differences in the examination process of Japan and Europe through reviewing most recent IoT and 3D printing related patent applications and inventions. b) The scope and limit of the international framework of Intellectual Property reviewed with emphasis on Europe and Japan, to serve businesses in IoT and 3D printing. c) Impacts on businesses were discussed in light of IoT and 3D printing stimulating new discussions in the IP sphere.

During the seminar. speakers explained the most important elements of the agreement from their own viewpoint and expressed hopes for further development of EU-Japan relationship.

WebinarPre departure briefing online: "Food & Drinks Mission (Organic sector)"5–9 Mars 2018 in Japan

27-02-18 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM CETIn the light of recent developments in the field of AI, what is the status of Japan’s AI industry today?To sustain its glo

23-02-18 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM CETWhat can IP (patent, trademarks, copyrights) do for new technologies in the IoT (Internet of Things)?The adva