For startups and innovative companies, securing venture capital (VC) funding is an important step toward scaling operations and bringing products to market. However, investors seek more than just great ideas. They want assurances that their investment is protected from competitors. One of the strongest tools for establishing such protection is a well-structured patent portfolio. Here’s how patents play a crucial role in attracting venture capital.
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“Xerox’s innovation streak continued with the issuance of U.S. Patent No. 11,984,701 on May 14, 2024. This patent, also filed and prosecuted to issuance by the Ortiz & Lopez firm, covers a sophisticated system for electronically controlling and driving semiconductor lasers, aimed at improving image conversion and quality.”
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