On November 9, Gaétan de Rassenfosse of Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne presents at ISEG the study "AI-Generated Inventions: Implications for the Patent System".
Abstract:
This article discusses issues raised for patent processes and policy created by inventions generated by artificial intelligence (AI). Using insights from economic research on intellectual property rights, it argues in favor of allowing patent protection for AI-generated inventions. It also suggests that the emergence of AI inventions will create or exacerbate issues around the standards for validity, the ability of patent offices to keep up with the examination burden, and the growing market power associated with large patent portfolios. We suggest consideration of a new mechanism whereby applicants could submit an 'invention machine' for certification based on a demonstration that it reliably produces only inventions that meet the patentability standard. Patent applications produced by a certified machine would be automatically granted, though perhaps carrying limitations such as a shorter term or a 'FRAND' obligation. We also consider other changes to patent practice that might be desirable in dealing with AI-generated inventions.
Gaétan works mainly in the area of Innovation and Industrial Policy. Learn more about his work here.
The research seminars will take place from September 21 to December 14, on Wednesdays, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, at the Novo Banco Amphitheater (Quelhas Building, 4th floor).
Faculty from ISEG and other national and international schools will participate in the sessions, when they will address topics related with Economics, Management, Finance, Social Sciences, and Mathematics.
Free admission.
