Robertson IP

Copyright and Creativity in 2025

Copyright in 2025. What We Learned. As we reach the end of 2025, it is clear that copyright plays a bigger role in everyday business than ever before. More companies, creators and start ups are producing digital content at speed, and this has made copyright an essential part of brand protection. While this year brought […]

2025 IP Trends: What Businesses Should Expect in the Year Ahead 

2025 IP Trends: What Businesses Should Expect in the Year Ahead  As we reflect on 2025, one thing stands out clearly. Intellectual property has continued to shape how businesses grow, compete and protect their ideas. It has been a year of rapid technological change, emerging industries and increasing demand for clear, accessible IP protection. Whether […]

Why IP Matters for Sustainable Business 

Protecting Green Innovation: Why Intellectual Property Matters for Sustainable Business  Everywhere you look, businesses are finding new ways to be greener. From rethinking packaging to developing low carbon technology, sustainability is shaping how products and services are created.  But here is a crucial question. Have you thought about how your sustainable ideas are protected?  Why […]

Start-Ups and IP

September has always felt like a time of renewal. The summer winds down, schools open their doors, and businesses often see it as the right moment to regroup, refocus, and set fresh goals for the months ahead. For start-ups and entrepreneurs, it is the perfect season to not only look at your growth plans but […]

The Best Patents Ever

The Best Patents Ever And What They Teach Us About Innovation Why Do Patents Matter? A great idea is only the beginning. Without legal protection, even the smartest invention is vulnerable. Patents provide the foundation to commercialise, scale, and defend your work. Turning sketches into startups, and prototypes into products. Just ask the inventors below. […]

Why Every Business Needs IP Protection

  Size Doesn’t Matter: Why Every Business Needs To Protect Its Intellectual Property. When people think about intellectual property (IP), they often picture global companies with huge legal teams and vast portfolios of patents and trade marks. However, IP isn’t just for Multinationals. In fact, small businesses, start-ups and even sole traders often have just […]

Bright Minds

Bright Minds: Young Inventors Who Shaped Our World Throughout history, bright minds and young inventors have played a significant role in shaping the world. Their fresh perspectives, coupled with determination, have solved pressing issues and introduced groundbreaking technologies. However, their journeys often highlight the struggles of being recognised, overcoming resistance, and staying true to their […]

The Power of a Simple Idea

How Josephine Cochrane’s Dishwasher Changed the World  The history of invention is filled with stories of individuals who changed the world with the power of a simple idea. These stories remind us that the seeds of innovation often come from frustrations with the mundane tasks of life. They are sparked by a desire for improvement. […]

No such thing as a bad idea…

Innovative Ideas That Started Small and Changed the World Throughout history, some of the most innovative ideas began as simple ideas, proving that innovation doesn’t always have to be complex. In fact, these everyday items, now essential in our daily lives, were once just sparks of creativity that were carefully developed and protected through patents. […]

Mandy Haberman’s Journey; Navigating the Path to Patenting

Mandy Haberman’s Journey Mandy Haberman’s journey from a mother with an idea to a celebrated inventor exemplifies the critical role of innovation, resilience, and robust intellectual property (IP) protection. Initially driven by personal necessity, Mandy created solutions to daily problems. Her first major invention, the Haberman Feeder, arose from a need to feed her daughter […]