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Genmab after Merus acquisition
Genmab after Merus acquisition Genmab strengthens position among global immunotherapy leaders with Merus acquisition From a patent perspective, the acquisition represents a highly strategic move. Genmab now advances to position 25 among the leading immunotherapy companies, measured by the number of world-class patents. This transaction further strengthens Genmab’s already robust market position. Roche and Bristol Myers Squibb remain industry leaders. When focusing on specialized immunotherapy companies—those with more than half of their patents in this field—the acquisition elevates Genmab into the global top 5, ranking just behind Incyte and BioNTech. For [...]
Q&A with EconSight and STOXX
Thematic Investing - Q&A with EconSight and STOXX Q&A with EconSight and STOXX: Navigating the patents landscape in emerging AI technologies In this behind-the-scenes look, you can learn more about how EconSight and STOXX recently teamed up to develop two indices targeting leading companies in specific segments of AI adoption: STOXX Global AI Infrastructure and STOXX Global AI Adopters and Applications. The two indices form the basis for corresponding ETFs from BlackRock iShares. Read the STOXX Blog (external link)
BioNTech and CureVac after takeover
BioNTech and CureVac after takeover BioNTech among top players in mRNA and vaccines after CureVac acquisition The planned acquisition of CureVac announced yesterday makes strategic sense for BioNTech. BioNTech justifies the acquisition with its improved positioning in mRNA technologies. EconSight can confirm this from a patent perspective. In terms of world-class patents in mRNA technologies, BioNTech ranks third after the CureVac acquisition with 141 world-class patents, behind Moderna (252 world-class patents) and 10x Genomics (166 world-class patents). Without a world-class focus, i.e. based [...]
Big Tech Shootout – USA vs China Part II
Big Tech Shootout USA vs China - Pt. 2 - Advanced Digital Technologies The chart shows the technological activities as world shares held by the company in each technology. World share is defined as the share of company world class patents in total global patents in a technology. A bubble position to the right shows a high world share compared to the other companies. US Top-5 tech companies vs. Chinese Top-5 tech companies – advanced digital technologies Microsoft top in a majority of [...]
Big Tech Shootout – USA vs China
Big Tech Shootout USA vs China - Pt. 1 - Human-Machine-Interface Technologies The chart shows the technological activities as world shares held by the company in each technology. World share is defined as the share of company world class patents in total global patents in a technology. A bubble position to the right shows a high world share compared to the other companies. US Top-5 tech companies vs. Chinese Top-5 tech companies – human-machine interface technologies In public debate, big tech companies are often portrayed as a [...]
MarketVector Quantum Computing Index based on EconSight patent insights
MarketVector Quantum Computing Index based on EconSight patent insights MarketVector's Quantum Computing Index based on EconSight’s advanced technology and patent expertise EconSight provided the patent data for MarketVector's Global Quantum Leaders Total Return Net Index. The index is made up of companies primarily focused on the development of quantum computing technology or are leaders in ownership of quantum computing related patents. EconSight has supplied the underlying quantum computing patent technology data with a focus on owners of world-class patents in the technology. This is the basis for the first diversified investment [...]
China Technology Monitor
China Technology Monitor China on its way to becoming the leading technology nation One of the reasons why China is taking such an aggressive stance in the trade conflict with the US is the significant progress it has made in strategically relevant technologies in recent years. The transition from high-quality production to high-quality research and development is a relatively recent development in China, which first became apparent around 2015. Ten years later, in 2025, China is the leader in many cutting-edge technologies or ranks second behind the US. EconSight first highlighted this development in its [...]
EconSight QuantumBasel cooperation
EconSight and QuantumBasel – strategic cooperation QuantumBasel and EconSight form strategic partnership to overcome the current limitations of patent analysis QuantumBasel and EconSight are pooling their expertise to take the analysis of highly complex patent data to a new level with the help of AI and quantum computing. The aim: to make hidden correlations in fields of innovation visible and strengthen strategic decisions with data support. Why are patents so important for innovation? Kai Gramke, CEO EconSight: Patents are considered a reliable indicator of a company's innovative activity. The number of patents is growing [...]
Ludwig-Erhard-Summit – Process Technologies
EconSight presented the results from the new study for the Bavarian Industry Association at the Ludwig-Erhard-Summit, the «Geman Davos» in May 2025. This study uses patent analysis to examine global research activities in key process technologies and their significance for major future technology fields. The results highlight the technological leadership of China, the United States and Japan. Germany is well positioned but needs to gain momentum in order to remain competitive internationally. The video is in German but you can activate sub-titles in your language. More informaton and download of the study [...]
Quantum Technology
Quantum Technology Quantum Computing Technology Overview The technology has made a breakthrough in recent years, which is reflected in the significant increase in patents, but also in the number of active countries and companies. While a few years ago a few companies dominated the field, the technology is now becoming more widespread. It is also clear that the fields of application for quantum computing have increased significantly. Today, in addition to digital applications, health, mobility and industry are visible. In the applications, the competition between the USA and China is visible in individual applications. Europe is lagging far [...]
New study- Process Technologies
New study - Process Technologies The new EconSight for the Bavarian Industry Association examines importance of process technologies for the industrial sector. The study uses patent analysis to examine global research activities in key process technologies and their significance for major future technology fields. A high level of expertise in process and procedural technologies is extremely important for the industrial base. This is particularly relevant in the ongoing transformation processes. Those who master the further development, optimisation and renewal of individual production steps are well positioned to process new raw [...]
Update of the Gamechanger portfolio
Update of the EconSight Gamechanger Portfolio New Selections for the EconSight Gamechanger Model Portfolio 2025 New Selections for the EconSight Gamechanger Model Portfolio 2025 We have updated our EconSight Gamechanger Model Portfolio to include the 25 most innovative companies driving technological breakthroughs. The selection is based on our proprietary Transformative Score, which assesses patent activity, quality and dynamics over the past few years in 100 gamechanging technologies. Previous portfolio members Rivian Automotive, Enphase Energy, Molecular Partners and Fidelity National Information Services were removed due to a slight deterioration in patent performance in recent years. [...]