Summary
In this episode of the IP Talks podcast, host Jan-Willem Prügel interviews Dr. Francis Gurry, an Australian lawyer and former Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) from 2008 to 2020. Dr. Gurry, with an academic background in law from the University of Melbourne and the University of Cambridge, shares insights from his illustrious career, which includes overseeing the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and establishing the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center.
The discussion covers a range of topics including the nuances of trade secrets, industrial espionage, China’s rising influence in the global knowledge economy, and the evolving landscape of intellectual property (IP) law. Dr. Gurry also reflects on historical instances of industrial espionage and the current geopolitical shifts towards closure and their impact on science, technology, and IP. The episode provides a deep dive into the complexities of IP law and trade secrets, making it a must-listen for IP practitioners and enthusiasts alike.
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