INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY IN DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT

  • Svetla Panayotova
  • Ventsislava Nikolova-Minkova

Abstract

Intellectual property and its objects are a significant element of the policy of the modern enterprise. Along with the development of machinery and technology, intellectual property has
become a powerful economic factor of specific importance in digital environment. The purpose of this paper is to clarify the nature of intellectual property and its manifestation in digital
space. In this regard, by using empirical research methods (study, comparison and analyzes) the objects of intellectual property are analyzed, as well as their manifestation in digital
environment. As a result of the research, the author’s definition of intellectual property is derived, the scope of intellectual property is determined and the role of intellectual property in
the process of digitalization is presented. In conclusion, recommendations are made for the management of intellectual property objects in a digital environment.

Published
2021-09-13