In a move to bolster innovation and economic growth in Rhode Island, the state government announced several new intellectual property initiatives on July 6, 2025. These initiatives are aimed at providing support to local businesses, entrepreneurs, and researchers in protecting their intellectual property and leveraging it for commercial success.One of the key announcements made by the Rhode Island Department of Commerce is the launch of a new Intellectual Property Resource Center. This center will serve as a one-stop-shop for providing information, guidance, and resources on intellectual property issues, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. It will offer workshops, training sessions, and consultation services to help individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of intellectual property law.In addition to the resource center, the state government also unveiled a new Intellectual Property Grant Program. This program will provide funding to local businesses and researchers for the development and protection of intellectual property assets. Grants will be awarded to support activities such as patent filings, trademark registrations, licensing agreements, and enforcement of intellectual property rights.Furthermore, the Rhode Island Department of Commerce announced the establishment of a new Intellectual Property Task Force. This task force will bring together stakeholders from government, academia, industry, and legal community to develop strategies and policies aimed at promoting innovation, protecting intellectual property rights, and fostering a culture of entrepreneurship in the state.The initiatives announced by the Rhode Island government have been welcomed by the local business community and intellectual property experts. They believe that these initiatives will help drive innovation, attract investment, and create new opportunities for growth and prosperity in the state.Overall, these new intellectual property initiatives signal Rhode Island's commitment to supporting and promoting a thriving innovation ecosystem. By providing resources, funding, and guidance on intellectual property issues, the state aims to empower local businesses, researchers, and entrepreneurs to protect their ideas, inventions, and creative works and harness them for economic success.