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Patenting Quantum Computing Innovations – Part 5: Shor’s Algorithm
Patenting Quantum Computing Innovations – Part 5: Shor’s Algorithm and Conclusions

TL;DRPatenting Shor's algorithm faces legal challenges; US patent law remains uncertain.
Why it matters: Clarifies what quantum innovations can actually be protected, affecting R&D strategy and IP value.
In part five of our five part series on quantum patents, Sinan Utku discusses why an attempt to patent Shor's algorithm would likely be challenged. The article concludes with an observation about the uncertain state of patent eligibility law in the US. The post Patenting Quantum…
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