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Economic and innovation impacts of trade secrets
A short study on the economic and innovation impacts of trade secrets
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Trade secrets are a preferred means of protection for innovative firms. Global legal and economic trends suggest that growth in the use of trade secrets is outpacing that of patents. Little is understood about trade secrets and their impact on the economy.
Findings and opinions are those of the researchers, not necessarily the views of the IPO or the Government.
This report was delivered by Dr Nicola Searle on behalf of the IPO.
A PDF version of this report is available upon request, please e-mail research@ipo.gov.uk.
Published 19 April 2021