intellectual property Archives - CFO

Attacked by Ransomware, Many Companies Opt to Pay Up

Attacked by Ransomware, Many Companies Opt to Pay Up

The demanded ransom is often a moderate amount that would pale in comparison to the recovery and reputational costs for a company that refuses to pay.

By David McCann | February 14, 2020

TiVo, Xperi to Merge, Create Tech Licensing Giant

TiVo, Xperi to Merge, Create Tech Licensing Giant

TiVo opted for the $3 billion merger rather than split its product and patent-licensing businesses.

By Matthew Heller | December 19, 2019

How to Tell Which Patents Are Valuable

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How to Tell Which Patents Are Valuable

A study reveals a simple method that companies with large patent portfolios can use to evaluate the return they're getting on patent maintenance costs.

By David McCann | March 29, 2019

Stopping Brand Theft

There are two primary ways to curtail the distribution of counterfeit products.

By Vincent Ryan | March 11, 2019

IRS Releases Final Rules on Corporate Tax Break

IRS Releases Final Rules on Corporate Tax Break

The so-called FDII deduction applies to the intangible income of companies that produce goods and services in the U.S. and sell abroad.

By Matthew Heller | March 5, 2019

Toys ‘R’ Us Plans to Reopen for Business in U.S.

Toys ‘R’ Us Plans to Reopen for Business in U.S.

The hedge funds that control the bankrupt retailer have decided a reorganization is preferable to selling off its name and web domains.

By Matthew Heller | October 3, 2018

U.S. Adds Canada to IP ‘Priority Watch List’

U.S. Adds Canada to IP ‘Priority Watch List’

The decision reflects Canada's "failure to resolve key longstanding deficiencies in protection and enforcement" of intellectual property.

By Matthew Heller | April 27, 2018

Why You Should Spend Dollars on Patent, Trademark Protection

Why You Should Spend Dollars on Patent, Trademark Protection

Despite CFOs' concerns about the costs of patent and trademark registration, the benefits can far outweigh them.

By Sean D. Detweiler | April 5, 2017

What U.S. Patent Owners Lost in Trump’s TPP Pullout

What U.S. Patent Owners Lost in Trump’s TPP Pullout

In fulfilling a campaign promise, the president sacrificed potential IP benefits that TPP would have had for U.S. trade.

By Jay Erstling | March 24, 2017

Expiring Patents: a Primer for CFOs

Expiring Patents: a Primer for CFOs

When patents expire, finance chiefs must alert their peers that the company must find new sources of profit or cut costs.

By Brennan Swain and Rod S.Berman | February 14, 2017

IP Cyberattacks Expected to Rise

IP Cyberattacks Expected to Rise

Fifty-eight percent of almost 3,000 participants say cyber thefts will increase in the coming year, while only 16.1% say otherwise.

By Sean Allocca | October 27, 2016

Is a U.S. ‘Patent Box’ a Good Idea?

Is a U.S. ‘Patent Box’ a Good Idea?

It may be wise to give favored tax treatment to intellectual property in exchange for keeping it domestic, even without corporate tax reform.

By Yair Holtzman | May 19, 2016

Rovi to Buy DVR Pioneer TiVo For $1.1B

Rovi to Buy DVR Pioneer TiVo For $1.1B

The deal will expand the customer base for Rovi's digital TV guides and give it access to TiVo's valuable patents.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 29, 2016

Danish Tax Dispute Weighs on Tempur Sealy

Danish Tax Dispute Weighs on Tempur Sealy

The mattress maker could incur 'a level of double taxation,' said its CFO.

By Matthew Heller | February 4, 2016

Why Tax Planning Should Be Melded with Strategy

Why Tax Planning Should Be Melded with Strategy

Integrating tax planning early on in strategic planning can help a company boost its cash flow.

By Jill Kelley and Mitchell R. Kops | December 8, 2015