Patent Applications: Germany Experiences Decline, Computer Technology on the Rise

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The European Patent Office (EPO) registered a record-breaking total of over 200,000 patent applications in 2025. While the overall number of applications originating from Germany saw a decrease compared to the previous year, the country notably experienced a significant surge in filings within the computer technology sector.