A Time for Rebalancing Global Patent Strategies in the Semiconductor Market?
The semiconductor industry is evolving rapidly, with Europe ramping up local production through the EU Chips Act. Meanwhile, the Unified Patent Court is streamlining enforcement, making Europe a more attractive and high-stakes jurisdiction for patent protection.
By Greg Corcoran and Andrew Thompson
EETimes Europe | April 3, 2025
The semiconductor industry is at a crossroads. As global demand soars and supply chains evolve, strategic patent protection has never been more vital. Europe, once a secondary focus for many semiconductor firms, is becoming a more important player in the global chip race. With the EU Chips Act channeling investment into European manufacturing and the Unified Patent Court (UPC) streamlining enforcement, Europe is no longer a jurisdiction to overlook. It’s a high-stakes battleground for intellectual property.
For semiconductor companies aiming to secure market leadership, a multi-region IP strategy is now critical. Success hinges on the ability to balance robust protection across the U.S., Asia, and Europe while managing costs and maximizing legal leverage. This means optimizing geographic coverage, aligning patent drafting for global enforceability, and being prepared to use Europe’s faster, more cost-effective enforcement routes—all the while retaining flexibility with national filings.
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