Intellectual Property
4 articles
Venture & Growth
How VCs Vet Deep Tech Startups: The Technical and IP Due Diligence Framework That Decides Early-Stage Deals
Venture capitalists vet deep tech startups by scrutinizing the core technology's feasibility and scalability, alongside undisputed intellectual property ownership. This technical and IP due diligence framework is crucial for early-stage deals where traditional traction metrics are absent.
Mina Kim·October 22, 2026
Startup Playbook
The Founder's IP Checklist: How to Avoid a 70% Valuation Cut
A strong intellectual property strategy is crucial for startup valuation, as investors view IP as a key indicator of competitive advantage and defensibility. Founders must proactively manage IP through clear documentation and risk assessments to avoid significant valuation cuts or deal abandonment.
Mina Kim·October 5, 2026
The Future of Work
Anthropic Accuses Alibaba of Illicitly Accessing Its AI Models
Between April 22 and June 5, 2026, an alleged extraction campaign hit Anthropic's Claude AI.
Ben Carter·June 25, 2026
The Future of Work
Alibaba stock plunges to 16-month low after AI accusations
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
Ben Carter·June 25, 2026