An article by Partner Andrew White and Associate Jessie Harrison has been published in IAM Magazine giving insight on why the UK patent system needs an overhaul to better accommodate AI-related innovations and foster a more conducive environment for technological progress.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving innovation across a host of industries, from healthcare and finance to transportation and entertainment. However, the UK’s patent system seems to be struggling to keep pace with these rapid advancements. As the innovation landscape changes, this article will explore why the UK patent system requires an overhaul to better accommodate AI-related innovations and promote a more conducive environment for technological advancement.The global artificial intelligence market size is expected to grow twentyfold between 2021 and 2030, from about USD 100 billion in 2021 to nearly USD 2,000 billion in 2030 (Statista 2023). In order to position the UK as a global centre for AI and data-driven innovation, it is important to ensure that the UK can provide the best environment for developing and commercialising AI technologies.This article, first written for and published in IAM Magazine on 31 August 2024, considers the current ambiguity in UK patent law and its competitive disadvantage from a global perspective. To read the full article, click here.