Introduction
In a significant move to revolutionize the management of intellectual property in Japan's robotics sector, AI Data Corporation and LegalTech have launched a new collaborative model called "AI Robotics on IDX × Tokkyo.Ai". This innovative model aims to convert Japan's extensive technological expertise into visible, manageable intellectual property assets, facilitating their protection and commercialization.
The Need for a Transformation
The robotics industry faces several challenges that hinder its growth and potential profitability:
- - Lack of Asset Management: Many valuable technologies remain informal and are not tracked as corporate assets.
- - Insufficient Intellectual Property (IP) Framework: Inventions and know-how often go unrecognized, limiting external development and revenue generation opportunities.
- - Limited Visibility: There is a notable absence of systems to present the value of these technologies to investors and clients, impairing funding opportunities.
- - High Administrative Burden: Maintaining evidence of technology and its evaluations can be burdensome, particularly when it comes to due diligence for investments.
Key Features of the New Model
This new model implements a sophisticated approach that transitions technology from being mere sequences of data into tangible economic assets. Here are the main features:
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Automated Template Generation: The AI Robotics on IDX platform will collect operational data and control procedures and structure them into standardized templates, utilizing generative AI technology.
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IP Registration and Protection via Tokkyo.Ai: The generated templates will be organized as patents, designs, or know-how, coupled with crucial documentation for protection and verification.
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Revenue Generation through SaaS: The platform will offer optimized templates as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) licenses, supporting monetization of technological assets.
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Technology Evaluation Data Rooms: A secure data room will be provided for sharing technology information, designed to facilitate assessments during mergers and acquisitions or funding meetings while preventing contamination.
Value Proposition
The collaborative efforts will deliver numerous benefits, including:
- - Transforming Dormant Technologies: This initiative will convert unnoticed technologies into vital corporate assets, enhancing IP utilization across small to medium-sized manufacturers and research institutions.
- - Simplifying Revenue Models: The sale of IP templates as SaaS will streamline the creation of revenue models for involved companies.
- - Enhancing Startups' Financial Appeal: Startups will be able to present their control data and AI models as intellectual property, improving their storytelling to potential financiers.
Anticipated Use Cases
Several examples highlight the versatility of this model:
- - Local Workshops: A small factory's operational techniques can be converted into AI-managed templates and protected through Tokkyo.Ai, which can then be implemented industry-wide.
- - R&D Departments of Large Corporations: Big companies could organize their control technologies and leverage these as "template patents" for international licensing opportunities.
- - Startups: Emerging businesses may consolidate their operational designs and structures into intellectual property assets for use in funding discussions.
Future Plans
Going forward, both companies intend to enhance collaborations with local manufacturers, startups, universities, and research institutions. They aim to consolidate Japan's robotics technology into a robust IP repository. Additionally, they will develop industry-specific templates and work towards establishing a comprehensive IP ecosystem with an eye on international expansion.
About AI Data Corporation
Founded in 2015, AI Data Corporation has been at the forefront of protecting and utilizing data assets for over 20 years. They have garnered trust from over 10,000 enterprises and more than a million customers, earning accolades such as the BCN Award for 16 consecutive years for the best sales volume. Their diverse offerings include a range of services related to data sharing, backup, recovery, migration, and deletion within a comprehensive data ecosystem.
About LegalTech Corporation
Established in March 2021, LegalTech Corporation is known for its pioneering work in patent research and invention extraction platforms. With a capital of approximately 3.8 billion yen, LegalTech focuses on developing proprietary AI solutions to enhance collaboration and improve intellectual property management.