Historically, the roles of the appraiser, technologist, and investment banker were separate and unrelated functions in the deal-making process. However, as the global economy continues its decades-long transition from asset-heavy manufacturing to an intellectual property (IP) driven knowledge-based economy, the need for collaboration among these roles has become imperative to the comprehensive analysis of corporate […]
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U.S. and Japanese Insurance Companies Move to Support Autonomous Vehicle Industry
Last quarter, Ann Arbor-based May Mobility announced a Series C-round investment of $111 million by U.S. auto insurance company State Farm, Japanese insurance company Tokio Marine, and others. “The insurance industry sees the future of mobility and is recognizing the importance of helping to design the way insurance will support autonomous vehicles in the future,” […]
Ocean Tomo’s Recently Promoted Team Members
Ocean Tomo is pleased to share our recent promotions. Please join us in congratulating those below. Tucker Goebeler has been promoted from Analyst to Senior Analyst in our IP Disputes practice in Chicago. Tucker joined our Chicago team after graduating from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he studied Finance. Tucker serves as an Industry […]
IP Hall of Fame Recognizes James E. Malackowski
Ocean Tomo, a Part of J.S. Held, celebrates the recognition of James E. Malackowski for his work to establish intellectual property (IP) as one of the key business assets of the 21st Century. Along with Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, Mr. Malackowski was chosen by the IP Hall of Fame Academy from a list of […]
Ocean Tomo releases Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Industry Report
Earlier today, Ocean Tomo released its Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Industry Report focused on significant market opportunities and trends. Attention is given to the increasing importance of intangible asset protection inherent in the complex blockchain and cryptocurrency marketplace. The exponential expansion of blockchain related patents, the evolving regulatory environment, and capital market growth make attention to […]