Protection of Intellectual Property and Technical Know-How
First written in FY2024. 1 of 2 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2025.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2021: 3 of 17 companies on the "Worse" side.
31 other companies' latest entry also says "Restated".
- FY2025RestatedAnnual report
「Recognizing the importance of intellectual property rights, the Group is working to secure intellectual property rights and prevent infringement of intellectual property rights held by third parties.」
The company continues to disclose the risks of infringement and disputes while working to secure intellectual property rights and prevent infringement of third-party rights. - FY2024First statedAnnual report
「To secure an advantage in its business, the Group seeks to protect the intellectual property relating to technologies acquired through development, including by filing patent applications. However, the leakage of developed technologies and various forms of know-how, disputes relating to intellectual property rights, or infringement of such rights could affect the Group’s financial position and operating results.」
The company disclosed the potential for business constraints and damages claims arising from the leakage of intellectual property and know-how, infringement of rights, and disputes as new business risks.