WIPO Global Patent Award

In the ever-changing global business environment, innovation and intellectual property have become key factors in promoting social and economic development. As a technology company committed to improving the efficiency of patent management, PageCode has been paying attention to the latest developments in the international intellectual property field. The 2025 WIPO Global Awards is an excellent platform for us to see small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups that use the power of intellectual property to change the world.

In 2025, the WIPO Global Awards received more than 780 applications from 95 countries. These applications demonstrate how SMEs and startups around the world are using IP to create a positive impact in a variety of industries. This year’s 30 finalists represent outstanding companies selected for their innovative solutions, strong IP strategies, and contributions to economic, social and environmental sustainability. The winners will be announced during the WIPO General Assembly on July 11, 2025, at WIPO headquarters in Geneva.

The finalists were divided into five categories: Health, Environment, ICT, Creative Industries and Agri-food. The WIPO Global Awards will be selected based on four key criteria: business case and existing IP portfolio, future growth and international IP strategy, IP culture within the company and their contribution to a better society.

The 2025 awards introduce a dual-category approach, recognizing start-ups and SMEs respectively, to highlight innovation and IP excellence at different stages of business development.

• In the health category, Shanghai Bangbang Robotics designs and manufactures smart, foldable electric wheelchairs that improve mobility for the elderly and disabled. These wheelchairs feature an ergonomic design, easy folding mechanism, and smart controls for easy independence and mobility. The company's innovations are protected by patents and cover mechanical design, control systems, and user interface technologies.
• OsseoLabs in Thailand develops biocompatible and customizable 3D printed bone graft substitutes, mainly for complex orthopedic and dental reconstruction. Their solutions provide patient-specific implants that integrate seamlessly with natural bone and are protected by material composition and design patents. OsseoLabs combines biomedical engineering and personalized medicine to advance the development of bone repair.
• South Korea's Noul combines biomedical engineering with artificial intelligence to provide decentralized diagnostic solutions to communities in need. Its miLab platform enables rapid on-site blood analysis to detect conditions such as malaria and sepsis, eliminating the need for centralized laboratories. With a strong IP portfolio covering microfluidics, machine learning, and device design, Noul redefines access to life-saving diagnostics in resource-poor areas.
• Italy's PepTiDa is committed to developing new peptide-based drugs for the treatment of rare and chronic diseases. Their proprietary molecular design technology supports the creation of stable and highly selective therapeutic peptides, improving drug efficacy and reducing side effects. Relying on patented compounds and delivery systems, PepTiDa's platform demonstrates the potential for targeted treatments in areas such as oncology and endocrinology.
• Hummingbird Bioscience of Singapore uses systems biology and proprietary rational antibody discovery (RAD) technology to develop next-generation precision therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. By targeting novel and previously undruggable epitopes, Hummingbird's pipeline includes highly specific monoclonal antibodies currently in clinical trials. Their innovations are protected by a new generation of patents covering both platform and composition of matter, ushering in a new era of targeted biologics.
• India's Glovatrix has developed an AI-driven wearable device called "Fifth Sense" that can translate sign language into speech and text in real time, thereby promoting communication between the deaf and mute. The glove can capture the movements of the hands and fingers and convert them into audible speech, while also transcribing the heard speech into text for the user to see. This innovation is protected by a set of patents covering sensor technology, machine learning algorithms and user interface design, aiming to bridge the communication gap and promote inclusion.

These innovative examples demonstrate the importance of intellectual property rights in supporting the development of emerging technologies and enterprises. Follow us on the page to get more support and information. We are committed to improving your intellectual property processes through the power of technology and helping your company achieve sustainable growth and increased profits.