EUIPO Says Only 13% Of Firms Use IP For Financing In EU

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 15, 2026

Overview Of The Report

The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) published a report on intellectual property-backed financing in Europe. The analysis examines how intellectual property is used as a financial asset by companies. Findings show that intellectual property remains underutilized in securing financing despite its role in innovation.

Challenges In Commercializing Intellectual Assets

Trademarks, patents, and designs form a significant share of company value in innovation-driven sectors. Limited awareness among businesses and a lack of expertise among financial institutions constrain the use of these assets. Fragmented capital markets, regulatory differences, and structural barriers further limit the use of intellectual property as collateral.

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Economic And Policy Implications

Intellectual property-intensive sectors account for 48% of EU GDP and 31% of total employment. Despite this, only 13% of companies with intellectual property have used it to access financing. João Negrão, Executive Director of EUIPO, said intellectual property connects innovation to market activity and requires stronger financial frameworks. Nathalie Berger, Director at the European Commission, noted that limited use of intangible assets contributes to a widening financing gap.

Unlocking A Multibillion-Euro Opportunity

EUIPO estimates intellectual property-backed financing could mobilize between €30 billion and €120 billion annually. Over ten years, this could reach up to €580 billion. Such funding could increase EU GDP by up to 4.2%, based on the report’s projections.

Future Steps For A Competitive Financial Ecosystem

The report calls for stronger integration between intellectual property management and financing systems. Policy initiatives, including the competitiveness compass and future EU funding frameworks, are expected to support this process. Improved valuation methods and coordination between stakeholders are identified as key factors for expanding access to financing.

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Google Sets New Android App Rules To Cut Memory Use

by News Editor

August 28, 2026

Google is introducing new quality requirements for Android apps as developers face tighter constraints on device memory and broader hardware supply pressures.

The company announced two new requirements this week. One focuses on reducing apps’ memory use and improving code efficiency, while the other requires apps to restore users’ sign-in status when they move to a new Android device.

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Google Sets New Memory Performance Rules

Google said the mobile industry is facing “significant hardware supply constraints that are altering device memory availability,” which could affect app performance and the user experience.

Under the new rules, developers will need to meet thresholds covering areas including dynamic memory and bitmap usage. Additional code optimisation requirements are designed to reduce slowdowns and crashes linked to excessive resource use.

Google is also rolling out tools that alert developers when their apps exceed the new limits. More diagnostic features are planned later this year, including deeper analysis through Android’s Memory Limiter, which restricts excessive memory use.

Developers have until February 2027 to comply with the new standards, according to Google’s Android Developer documentation.

Zero-Tap Sign-In Requirement Starts In 2027

A separate requirement will apply to all apps distributed through Google Play. By April 2027, apps that use optional or mandatory sign-ins must automatically restore a user’s sign-in state when they move between Android devices.

The feature will rely on Android’s Restore Credentials API, which is designed to transfer sign-in credentials during device migration without requiring users to log in again.

Google said the new standards are intended to help developers maintain app performance and simplify device transitions as device specifications and memory availability change.

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