Intellectual Property Infringement and the Limits of Protection
First written in FY2016. 1 of 3 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2025: 9 of 59 companies on the "Worse" side.
- FY2026MitigatedAnnual report
「The group formulates an intellectual property strategy aligned with its business and research and development strategies, promotes the conversion of technologies and brands that are sources of competitive strength into rights and know-how, and appropriately manages its intellectual property portfolio.」
In response to intellectual property risks, the company systematised activities including alignment with its business and R&D strategies, clearance during the development stage, market monitoring, responses to infringing products, training and cooperation with external specialists. - FY2018RestatedAnnual report
「If a third party manufactures similar products that improperly use the group's intellectual property, or if an intellectual property dispute arises and a decision adverse to the company is issued, the group's operating results and financial position could be materially affected.」
The company continues to disclose risks relating to the unauthorised use of intellectual property and disputes. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「If a third party manufactures similar products that improperly use the intellectual property of the group, or if protection under intellectual property rights is limited, the group's business could be affected through reduced sales, legal proceedings and other consequences.」
The company identified risks relating to similar products and the scope of protection afforded by intellectual property rights.