Intellectual Property Rights
U.S. supports waiving rights to COVID-19 vaccines
The United States supports a waiver of intellectual property rights to speed vaccine production. Learn about efforts to improve global access to vaccines.
U.S. copyright law makes thousands of classics free for all
Thousands of songs and stories entered the public domain on January 1, 2021, allowing anyone to freely enjoy or adapt classics from 1925.
The global reach of the Chinese government’s hackers and thieves
The People's Republic of China's intellectual property thieves are targeting companies worldwide. Learn more about the hackers' global reach.
China’s economic blitzkrieg
The Chinese Communist Party is leveraging its economic power to exert influence around the globe and to try to make the world safe for dictatorship.
U.S. leads world in intellectual property protection
Protecting intellectual property rights allows innovators to develop projects to their full potential. See how economies rank in providing this protection.
Bringing an idea to market? The business climate matters.
Today's economies are fueled by intellectual property, so laws protecting innovators' rights are essential. Learn how the U.S. helps innovators thrive.
Singaporean to lead U.N. intellectual property agency
Daren Tang, from Singapore, was elected to become the new director general of the World Intellectual Property Organization.
How universities protect sensitive research [infographic]
Universities around the world are taking steps to protect their sensitive research from attempts by the Chinese Communist Party or others to steal it.
Protecting intellectual property rights [poster]
Protecting intellectual property rights and making sure that innovators are paid what they deserve are a U.S. priority. Download this free poster.