Happy New Year! As we move into 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on the articles and content we published last year. From company updates to practical insights for innovators, here’s a recap of our most-read from the past year.

Lightbringer started as a simple vision: "Drive innovation by democratizing patent protection".  That vision is becoming reality. Today, we're announcing a €4.2m investment in Lightbringer in a successful funding round, led by venture capital firms Luminar Ventures, Alliance VC, and Zenith Ventures, and with participation from notable angel investors from the tech industry. 

The Swedish company Lightbringer continues to break new ground in patent protection with its advanced AI technology. The company has secured €4.2 million in a successful funding round led by venture capital firms Luminar Ventures and Alliance VC.

Discover how to turn your patents into powerful business assets, in the third episode of our webinar series Patents for Entrepreneurs we will focus on Customers, Competitors & Courtrooms. Learn from Ola Wassvik, a serial entrepreneur with experience managing over 300 patent families.

Are you a tech entrepreneur with growth ambitions? Do you want to learn more about how your company can maximize business value from your ideas, technology, and innovations? Take the chance to pick the brain of serial entrepreneur Ola Wassvik (Lightbringer) in our upcoming webinar.

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), navigating the patent process can be complex and costly. However, avoiding certain common mistakes can significantly improve the chances of obtaining strong, valuable patents that align with business goals. Below, we outline the eight common pitfalls SMEs face patenting - and how you can avoid them.

In the vast landscape of innovation, ideas blossom from every corner of an innovative collaborative team. Now, let's explore the other side of the coin—what if a team member seeks your feedback on an idea to tackle a significant technical challenge? The golden rule: Never dismiss it outright with a flat "No, it won't work!" How can anyone be so certain?

One of the most powerful tools an innovator or company can have in their arsenal is a patent. As soon as you file your patent application, you are legally entitled to use the “Patent Pending” status, and it provides immediate benefits across various aspects of your business—from customer trust to investor confidence and even competitive positioning.

Are you a tech entrepreneur with growth ambitions? Do you want to learn more about how your company can maximize business value from your ideas, technology, and innovations? Take the chance to pick the brain of serial entrepreneur Ola Wassvik (Lightbringer) in our upcoming webinar.

As a startup, efficient resource allocation is critical. TrackPaw, a growing company in the field of laboratory animal management systems, recognized the importance of establishing a solid intellectual property (IP) strategy and securing patent protection. To address these challenges, they turned to Lightbringer for guidance.

When you're conducting a patent search, it may be a daunting task, and you may worry about missing relevant earlier documents (“prior art”). The novelty search process involves searching for existing inventions, narrowing down results, and refining your shortlist.

Here's a step-by-step guide to help streamline your approach.

Are you ready to tap into the power of collaboration, rise above internal competitors and foster a dynamic culture of idea-sharing within your team? Follow Bengt’s advice and unlock the breakthrough innovations that await through effective teamwork. Discover how leveraging the collective genius of your team can drive innovations.

Valter Läll, Rauno Sigur and Kentti Koppel, founders of DriveX Technologies, an Estonia-based tech company founded in 2020 share the story of their groundbreaking invention, a new AI vehicle inspection solution, and how Lightbringer, equally new, fast and agile AI-fueled patent service, is helping them in their patent journey.

Lightbringer is entering into a partnership with Bergenstråhle & Partners, a leading IP firm in the Nordic region. The partnership is unique and groundbreaking within the IP industry and targets the Nordic region. Through the collaboration, both parties can offer their respective clients the other company's services.

Discover how stepping out of your routine can lead to groundbreaking ideas and patent-worthy inventions. Explore real-life examples that shows how challenging conventions and adopting fresh approaches can transform your creativity and drive success.

Andrew Kitching, Managing Director of Guthrie Douglas, explains how Lightbringer transformed their patent application process. According to Andrew, Lightbringer significantly improved the quality and precision of their patent applications, ensuring that every detail was meticulously covered and aligned with their business goals.

As an inventor or business owner, deciding where to seek patent protection around the world is a crucial step in your intellectual property strategy. Here are five key considerations to help guide your decision-making process.

Discover the secret sauce of groundbreaking solutions: Do the Opposite! Dive into a real-world scenario where innovation defies convention, and connecting your mobile device to the internet becomes a game-changer. But that's just the beginning!

Annika Lundström, founder and CEO of ReMinded, shares how Lightbringer revolutionized their patent process. For her, Lightbringer simplified the daunting patent process, making it clear, manageable, and efficient, turning a six-month ordeal into a two-and-a-half-week success.

Patent mining is not just about solving problems; it's about creating a monopoly for your design.