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Opinion: It’s a startup world

NZ Entrepreneur

With the pandemic, climate crisis, global economic shifts and rapidly changing consumer markets, it is clear that many businesses of today will no longer be relevant tomorrow. Suse Reynolds, Angel Association New Zealand. It is our startup sector which will drive this innovative progress. Startup board makeup.

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Startup IP tips before you launch

NZ Entrepreneur

Applying for patent protection after already operating a business can be a long and drawn out process which is often not very successful. The more distinctive and creative your trade mark is, the more likely it is to obtain registered protection and translate into a strong marketing brand for the future of your company.

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Create your IP strategy early to avoid common pitfalls

NZ Entrepreneur

The reality faced by entrepreneurs is that legal services can be expensive and IP protection may not be an initial priority. But having an IP strategy can help you get the most from your IP and help minimize common pitfalls and legal expenses. Trade marks. It’s best to select a mark and use it consistently.

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What Government funding is available for startups in NZ?

NZ Entrepreneur

One of the questions we’re often asked is, “What Government funding is available for startups in New Zealand?” For the majority of new business owners, there are no Government funds that will give you the founder, cash to start your new business. And quite frankly, nor should there be.

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Common Intellectual Property mistakes made by startups

NZ Entrepreneur

www.google.com/patents brings up a plethora of information for finding out about existing patents and The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand has a search engine to look up existing trade marks in New Zealand. Infringement proceedings can be very costly and time consuming. iv) Signing the wrong contracts.