In this series, John Cronin and Seth Cronin share insights relating to invention, creativity, and intellectual property. These insights were collected over 17 years at IBM (John became its top inventor with over 100 patents and 150 patent publications) and 35 combined years as intellectual property and innovation consultants at ipCapital Group (working with over 800 companies and approximately 15% of the Fortune 500, hundreds of mid-size companies and hundreds of startups and governmental laboratories).
Invent Anything™
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In this series, John Cronin and Seth Cronin share insights relating to invention, creativity, and intellectual property. These insights were collected over 17 years at IBM (John became its top inventor with over 100 patents and 150 patent publications) and 35 combined years as intellectual property and innovation consultants at ipCapital Group (working with over 800 companies and approximately 15% of the Fortune 500, hundreds of mid-size companies and hundreds of startups and governmental laboratories).
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Recent Episodes
May 9, 2025
Organizing New AI Capability Into The Inventiveness Of Your Product Development - IA #63
<p>In this must-listen episode of Invent Anything, John Cronin dives deep into how artificial intelligence—and specifically AI agents—are revolutionizing the way businesses innovate. Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, inventor, or just curious about the future of product development, this episode delivers a strategic roadmap for integrating AI into your innovation workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>Cronin breaks down six powerful ways AI and AI agents are reshaping everything from invention processes to IP creation. You’ll learn how these tools are not just speeding things up—they’re uncovering hidden value, streamlining supply chains, enhancing prototyping, and even generating patentable ideas that businesses would otherwise miss. He explores how AI is evolving beyond just large language models into goal-oriented agents and ultimately, toward superintelligent systems that might soon outperform traditional R&D teams.</p><p><br></p><p>From real-world use cases like AI-powered prototyping and automated patent writing, to surprising insights such as how AI can spot unseen user needs or recommend cost-saving materials, Cronin shares dozens of practical applications and eye-opening stories from his own consulting experience. He also warns that sitting on the sidelines isn’t an option—businesses that delay adopting AI risk being left behind.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is ideal for:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><p>Founders and CTOs looking for quick wins with AI</p></li><li><p>Innovation leaders and product teams aiming to streamline development</p></li><li><p>IP professionals exploring new frontiers in AI-driven protection</p></li><li><p>Business strategists ready to future-proof operations</p></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>As AI accelerates at lightning speed, Cronin urges listeners to act now—and not just to keep up, but to lead. From laying the foundation to embracing advanced AI ecosystems, he shows how you can gain a competitive edge, reduce costs, and unlock entirely new opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in to discover how to transform your ideas into market-ready innovations—faster, smarter, and more strategically than ever before.</p>
April 22, 2025
AI + IAM: Why Your IP Strategy Needs an Upgrade—Now
<p>In this powerful episode of Invent Anything, host John Cronin pulls back the curtain on the transformation happening at the intersection of <strong>AI and Intellectual Asset Management (IAM)</strong>. If you’re a CEO or CTO navigating IP strategy, innovation pipelines, or competitive growth, this is your roadmap to what’s next.</p><p><br /></p><p>AI is no longer just a buzzword—it’s quietly revolutionizing how companies <strong>identify, protect, value, and monetize their IP</strong>. From automating prior art searches to predicting portfolio value and spotting infringement in real time, AI-enhanced IAM is enabling smarter, faster, and more strategic innovation management.</p><p><br /></p><p>But it’s not just about automation. Cronin dives deep into:</p><p><br /></p><ul><li><p>How AI is enhancing core IAM workflows like patent drafting, valuation, and portfolio management</p></li><li><p>Where AI is being resisted—and why legal risk, job insecurity, and lack of transparency are holding back adoption</p></li><li><p>Real-world use cases across small startups and Fortune 500s alike</p></li><li><p>Integration opportunities with R&D, marketing, legal, and M&A through intelligent IP data sharing and risk detection</p></li></ul><p>This episode also looks ahead, forecasting how **emerging AI technologies—like quantum machine learning, symbolic reasoning, and emotion-aware agents—**may further disrupt how companies protect and grow innovation assets.</p><p>You’ll get insight into:</p><ul><li><p>AI-powered licensing and NDA negotiation tools</p></li><li><p>Detection of trade secret leaks and rogue inventors</p></li><li><p>Custom IAM agents tailored to your specific tech vertical or business model</p></li></ul><p>Whether you’re scaling a new product line or future-proofing your IP position in the age of AI, this session helps you rethink your entire approach to innovation management.</p><p>Key takeaway: AI in IAM isn’t just a trend—it’s becoming a necessity. And the companies that adopt it early will lead tomorrow’s innovation economy.</p>
April 22, 2025
Should We Delete All IP Law?
<p>What happens when Jack Dorsey tweets “Delete all IP law” — and Elon Musk replies “Agree”?</p><p><br /></p><p>In this thought-provoking panel episode of Invent Anything, IP Capital Group dives deep into one of the most controversial innovation debates of our time. Hosted by CTO Seth Cronin and joined by IP veterans Nancy Cronin, Mike DeAndrea, and Nathan D., this roundtable explores the role of intellectual property in a fast-moving, AI-driven world—and whether the current system is helping or hurting progress.</p><p><br /></p><p>From broken patent systems and litigation nightmares to monopolies, trolls, and multi-billion-dollar corporations gaming the rules, this episode doesn’t shy away from the uncomfortable questions:</p><p><br /></p><ul><li><p>Should patents still exist in the digital age?</p></li><li><p>Is the 20-year patent model obsolete for fast-paced tech?</p></li><li><p>Can small inventors survive in a world without IP protection?</p></li><li><p>Do big players really benefit more from having no IP laws at all?</p></li></ul><p>You’ll also hear the panelists unpack Dorsey’s and Musk’s likely motivations—from their roles in AI development to concerns about creativity, open innovation, and fair compensation for creators.</p><p>Real-world stories—like the inventor of a speed jump rope whose patent was crushed by big money legal tactics—highlight the very human cost of an outdated system. But instead of just criticizing, the panel offers thoughtful reform ideas: shorter patent terms for tech, lower filing costs, faster examination timelines, and AI-assisted IP management.</p><p><br /></p><p>This is a must-watch for CEOs, CTOs, inventors, and policymakers who want to understand the real dynamics shaping the future of innovation, investment, and competition.</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you believe the system needs an overhaul or total demolition, this episode will make you think.</p><p><strong>Watch now and tell us: Is it time to fix IP—or delete it?</strong></p><p>#Innovation #IPLaw #Patents #TechDebate #InventAnything</p>
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