OH-EBASHI English Newsletter 2025 Autumn Issueを発行いたしました。

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Overview of Japan's AI Governance: What Global Companies Need to Know (弁護士 具嶋 光弘）
I. Introduction: The Current State of Japan's AI Governance
In May 2025, Japan's Parliament passed the Act on Promotion of Research and Development, and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence-Related Technologies (the "AI Promotion Act")1 in response to the rapid advancement of AI technologies. This law establishes AI as a foundational technology for the development of Japan's economy and society and sets out the government's basic principles to promote consistent R&D in AI-related technologies-- from basic research to practical applications......(続きはPDFをご覧ください。）

Patent Utilization Strategies: Patent Funds and Key Contractual Considerations (弁護士 和田 祐以子)
I. Introduction
In recent years, there has been growing recognition of the strategic importance of intellectual property ("IP") rights--particularly patents--in corporate business strategy. Traditionally, companies have tended to acquire patents and exercise their exclusive rights to block competitors. However, patents are now increasingly viewed not only as tools for exclusive use but as assets that can create value through monetization strategies, including the controlled opening and licensing of those rights.....(続きはPDFをご覧ください。）