Protection and use of intellectual property rights
First written in FY2016. 2 of 3 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2023.
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- FY2023RestatedAnnual report
「For intellectual property arising from development activities, we will actively broaden its use under an open strategy, while pursuing confidentiality under a closed strategy for core technologies to expand profits.」
It presents an open strategy of actively using intellectual property and a closed strategy of keeping core technologies confidential. - FY2020RestatedAnnual report
「If an unforeseen event or other issue arises in the protection or use of intellectual property rights arising from business activities, expenses or damages exceeding initial expectations, including compensation payments and litigation costs, may be incurred.」
It reconfirms the risks of compensation payments and litigation costs associated with the protection and use of intellectual property rights. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「Our group exercises the utmost care in owning and using intellectual property rights and other intellectual property. However, if an unforeseen event or other issue arises in their protection or use, our group could incur compensation payments, litigation costs, or other expenses.」
It identifies compensation payments and litigation costs arising from unforeseen events involving the protection and use of intellectual property.