Software and simulation

With patent protection, you can prevent competitors from copying your ideas, even if they develop their own code to do so. Although your code is protected by copyright from as soon as you write it, this can only be used to stop intentional copying of your code, not independent creation of the same functionality. Thus, patents can provide stronger protection for the functionality of software than copyright alone.

However, software and simulation technologies often fall within a nuanced and complex region of patent law, as the patenting of computer programs and mathematical methods per se is not allowed in many jurisdictions, including the UK. In order to secure patent protection, it is often necessary to demonstrate that the invention has a legally valid “technical effect”, the details of which vary between jurisdictions.

At Dolleymores, our expert patent attorneys bring to the table legal expertise, experience across multiple jurisdictions, commercial awareness and technical knowledge, and are thus able to provide carefully calibrated advice to help you navigate the complex legal landscape to achieve your business goals. A few examples of the technology areas we have worked in include:

• Game engines.
• Navigation software.
• Quantum computing.
• Electronic payments.
• Cloud data storage.

To discuss the best strategies for protecting your software and simulation innovations, please feel free to get in touch with one of our patent attorneys.

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