AI and Patent Law – Opportunities and Challenges for Innovative Companies

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way innovations are created. It supports the development of new products, the analysis of technical data, and the optimization of development processes. From a patent law perspective, this raises the question of which AI-supported developments are eligible for protection and who is considered the inventor. Under current law, only a human can be named as the inventor—even if AI has made a significant contribution to the development process. Companies should therefore assess early on which innovations are patentable and how AI can be integrated into the innovation process in a legally sound manner. A well-thought-out IP strategy helps secure sustainable competitive advantages.