Advisory approach to UK SEP reform draws competing stakeholder reactions
By Melissa Ritti ( October 16, 2026, 16:07 GMT | Comment) -- The UK government response to a consultation on standard essential patents has surfaced fresh discord over the purpose and reach of several newly proposed advisory alternatives. An imminent call for evidence on a possible UKIPO-led FRAND opinion service will give stakeholders another opportunity to weigh in.The UK government might have narrowed its standard essential patent (SEP) reform agenda, but its work continues....
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