The Patent Mistake Almost Every Founder Makes ft. Ritukar Vijay
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Ritukar Vijay, Co-founder of Ottonomy Inc, reveals why founders wait too long to file patents and how even the smallest technical insight can become a powerful IP. From drafting patents himself to scaling Ottonomy’s patent portfolio, Ritukar breaks down how understanding the process unlocks massive defensibility for any deeptech or robotics startup. Why Founders Undervalue Patents 🧩 Myth: You need a groundbreaking invention- Ritukar says even micro-level system improvements can be patented. 🛠️ Execution Over Ideation- Patents aren’t only for inception-stage ideas; they often emerge once you build and refine. ⚙️ Tech Evolves Daily- In deeptech, constant innovation naturally leads to more and more patentable elements. Key Takeaway: Small innovations can create massive IP value, star…