On 6 December 2022, ACT | The App Association held an online event titled Standard-Essential Patents: FRAND Commitments, Competition Law, and Jurisdictional Battles. This event explored the challenges and opportunities for internet of things (IoT) innovators in the UK, related to standardised technologies and the global licensing of standard-essential patents (SEPs). Opening [...]
The global members of ACT | The App Association are innovative small businesses and enterprises changing the way we live, work, and play through apps and connected technology. Our members are leading the next generation of trailblazers working to solve problems and fill gaps across industries—from healthcare and education to [...]
Whether it’s the challenge of completing that first hire or the complexity that comes with a growing team, employment law is a key consideration for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The latest ACT | The App Association member resource, in partnership with IEM Consultancy, covers everyday employment essentials [...]
With the advent of new technologies, U.S. healthcare is changing and creating opportunities for digital health innovators. On 5 October 2022, ACT | The App Association’s Connected Health Initiative (CHI) hosted a webinar to discuss opportunities in the U.S. healthcare industry. Access the recording of the webinar here. Access [...]
ACT | The App Association is pleased that the IPO included the concerns of our members and the challenges they face in the current SEP licensing environment. The process of licensing SEPs is an important issue that not only impacts SME innovation, but also the UK’s ability to compete in [...]