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Allison Cooper

05/20/25

@ a16z

It's crucial for a company to own any created IP from the start, which can be established with a simple IP assignment agreement for a nominal amount.

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Can Someone Steal My Startup Idea? | TxO Start Up Hotline

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Can Someone Steal My Startup Idea? | TxO Start Up Hotline

05/20/25

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Allison Cooper

05/20/25

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Intellectual Property (IP) is the biggest asset for most venture-backed companies, and having unclear IP can quickly scuttle or delay deals.

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Keep your startup organized by following standard practices, understanding equity ownership, and ensuring all IP is assigned to the company.

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Intellectual property (IP) is crucial in biotech; owning IP is necessary to justify the investment in development and clinical studies.

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When hiring, companies will likely want to own the intellectual property of the agents that employees bring with them.

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Allison Cooper

05/20/25

@ a16z

Founders should resolve any issues regarding ownership in writing early on, such as confirming if a friend does not want to be involved anymore.

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Tim Brady

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It's crucial to ensure that early employees feel a strong sense of ownership in the company, as they will play a significant role in its success.

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Harj Taggar

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Once you've decided on a co-founder, formalize your partnership through legal incorporation and a vesting agreement to ensure shared commitment.

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It's crucial for founders to form their startup as a separate legal entity to protect themselves from personal liability.

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The ownership of scientific results is crucial in research, and figuring out who owns the results and intellectual property can be very challenging.