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Protecting Your Patent: How a Vet-Owned AI Company Safeguarded Its IP

By Jon Brewton and Chris Rohrbach and Eric Costantini and John Scott
June 26, 2025

Military-owned businesses often possess unique technological advantages derived from years of research, development, and practical application. These innovations, ranging from advanced materials to sophisticated software, can be valuable assets in the commercial marketplace. Understandably, effectively protecting these assets is critical to success in any business. But what steps should an entrepreneur take to protect their idea, and how does the patent process work?

One veteran-owned company’s journey — combined with a patent attorney’s experience preparing and filing patent applications — provides valuable insight into what veterans should do to safeguard their intellectual property.

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