Intellectual property (IP) is at the core of any deep tech venture. The very definition of a deep tech venture is a business based on innovations in science or engineering that are hard to reproduce and hence hold valuable IP. It is the reliance on protecting IP that separates deep tech ventures from digital startups, and can make the process of commercialising these impactful technologies even more challenging. Despite this challenge, deep tech ventures are focused on solving real-world problems and hence can deliver huge social and economic value for our society. At Cicada Innovations, our mission is to support these deep tech ventures tackling some of the world’s most pressing problems.
That is why we’re delighted to announce our second Pioneer Partner is Wrays, one of the largest privately-owned IP specialist firms in Australia.
Wrays is a patent and trademark attorney service, a law firm, and a corporate advisory service – culminating in a complete end-to-end IP solution delivered to their clients. They share Cicada’s bold vision to support ventures tackling society’s biggest issues. Like Cicada, Wrays has a long history of working with the best and brightest minds, safeguarding Australian innovations for over 100 years. 100 years ago, their start-up clients were at the forefront of innovation in corset design, gunpowder, and car indicators. Today Wrays protects the valuable intellectual property of startups producing world-class medical research, mining engineering solutions, and other deep tech innovations. With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth and a global network of Associate firms, they can anticipate, grow and protect more opportunities for their clients.
We are thrilled to be able to leverage Wrays’ deep expertise and knowledge of IP in workshops, events, and mentoring sessions to help the Australian deep tech community continue to grow, discover and develop world-leading innovations.
“If Australia is to become an R&D lead economy, fuelled by science and engineering businesses, we need to come together with strong partners, a clear vision and mission to grow the deep tech sector. Wrays is a natural partner for Cicada and our community. Their services, expertise, and team will enable our community of innovators to unlock new opportunities and grow faster.”
- Sally-Ann Williams, CEO of Cicada Innovations
“Wrays has a long history of supporting the start-up community and are proud to join Cicada Innovations as a Pioneer Partner. We understand the challenges and commitment it takes for a startup to commercialise their innovation and will work alongside you to protect your most valuable asset – your intellectual property. All of our team of patent and trade mark attorneys (also highly qualified scientists and engineers), lawyers and advisors are looking forward to working with everyone in the Cicada Community.”
- Robert Pierce, CEO, Wrays
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