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Training offered by the PATLIB network
A wide range of IP-related training is available, as well as training sessions in Finnish once a month, and information on training that is organised by our network members and that is open to everyone.
Software patent guide
For those who are considering protecting inventions related to computer software, we recommend reading our software patent guide. It contains basic information on patenting of inventions related to computer software and on other IPR protection forms.
From Tech to Capital – How to Value Your Deep Tech and Software
How do you make your deep tech or software innovation stand out - and speak the language investors understand? Attend the workshop at Messukeskus Siipi, in connection with Slush (no Slush pass required), on Wednesday 19 November 2025.
News and announcements
The Finnish Patent and Registration Office’s (PRH) telephone exchange, customer service point and telephone service are closed from 27 November 2025 at 12.00
EPO study confirms public research organisations’ ability to innovate – VTT the most active Finnish research organisation
Protect your intellectual property: SME Fund open for grant applications from 20 October 2025
Planned outage in the PRH’s online services from 15.30 on Friday 3 October to 9.00 on Monday 6 October
The PRH’s telephone exchange, customer service point and telephone service open at 10.00 on Monday 29 September 2025
