This episode delves into the principal challenges facing innovation in Europe, as outlined in Mario Draghi’s prominent report “The future of European competitiveness.”  Listen to gain insight into: 

the role patent data plays in understanding innovation trends  which technical fields Europe is lagging behind in compared to its competitors  how the EPO’s high-quality patents and other activities contribute to the innovation process  the critical factors that may impact Europe changing course.   


These important topics were tackled in a conversation between Gilles Requena, Chief Patent Research & Policies Officer at the EPO, and Alexandr Hobza, Chief Economist, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation at the European Commission, with moderation by Joff Wild, Head of Content at Sisvel and former Editor in Chief of IAM magazine.    


Additional links: 

⁠Mario Draghi’s report: “The future of European competitiveness”⁠  ⁠New innovation strategy for EU is vital – says report⁠ (EPO news item)


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