Three specialized patent databases covering modern agriculture, scientific instruments and research reagents, and cell and gene therapy have been launched on the Shanghai Intellectual Property (Patent) Information Public Service Platform to strengthen intellectual property (IP) support for key innovation-driven industries.
Chongming district, located at the Yangtze River estuary, has emerged as Shanghai's leading hub for geographical indication development, leveraging its clean waterways, fertile soil, mild climate, and deep farming heritage to build high-quality, eco-friendly agricultural brands.
Shanghai and Yunnan province have launched a joint data product intellectual property (IP) registration service, marking a step toward expanding cross-regional cooperation and supporting the growth of the artificial intelligence industry and the digital economy.
A Yangpu district-based enterprise in Shanghai has successfully secured 10 million yuan ($1.42 million) in financing through a data-product intellectual property (IP) pledge, marking the city's first such deal. This breakthrough turns data from a resource into a valuable asset.
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On Dec 4, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) granted the Nanhui honey peaches geographical indication protection zone the status of a National Geographical Indication Protection Demonstration Zone.
Chongming Island in Shanghai is demonstrating how geographical indication products can drive rural vitalization, as a landmark-themed banquet highlights local specialties while showcasing ecological advantages that increasingly attract both domestic and international visitors.
A Shanghai innovation has been recognized among China's top 10 invention patent cases in Belt and Road Initiative partner economies, underscoring how advanced battery materials are supporting the global expansion of Chinese new energy vehicles.
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