Why Europe's harbour is looking safer

Managing IP Correspondent

March 31, 2004

Following widespread concern that the proposed new Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation would stifle licensing and, ultimately, innovation in Europe, the European Commission has proposed last-minute amendments. Guy Heath examines their impact, and whether or not they adequately address those concerns

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