Madrid, October 9, 2024 – Elzaburu, a firm specializing in industrial and intellectual property, is expanding its software and technology patent practice to keep pace with the industry’s rapid growth.
This strategy is further strengthened by the addition of Juan de Justo Comesaña, who holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Physics from the UAM and is a European Patent Attorney, as a specialist in the protection of technological developments and software.
Software: The Engine of Global Growth
The software sector has established itself as a key driver of global and Spanish economic growth.
During the pandemic, this industry grew by 2.7%, mainly thanks to technological developments such as Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), a subset of the software industry. Such has been its growth that, according to the latest report from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), more than 25% of all existing GenAI patents were filed in 2023, with an 800% increase in applications since 2017.
In the words of Ruth Sánchez, a partner in Elzaburu’s patent practice, “Generative AI represents a revolution comparable to—or even greater than—that of the Internet. As this technology advances, the challenges also grow, and industrial and intellectual property becomes an essential pillar for protecting the interests of creators and companies.”
Software Patents: A Technical and Strategic Challenge
Patents for computer-implemented inventions, such as those based on software, require specialized handling to meet strict patentability requirements. In particular, they must demonstrate technical character, novelty, and inventive step. This requires an expert approach to drafting the specification in order to maximize the chances of the patent being granted.
In light of this challenge, Elzaburu has hired Juan de Justo Comesaña, who holds a bachelor’s degree in Applied Physics from the UAM and is a European Patent Attorney, with the goal of strengthening this strategic area and providing clients with the guidance they need to maximize their chances of success in protecting their innovations.
A Commitment to the Technological Future
In a landscape where inventions combine software, hardware, and AI models, the complexity of protecting these intangible assets is increasing. Elzaburu’s commitment is clear: to continue supporting its clients every step of the way in protecting their intangible assets.
With this new addition and the strengthening of its Patent Practice, Elzaburu reaffirms its leadership as a strategic partner for companies and creators in protecting their intangible assets, which are essential in an era marked by the technological revolution.