European University Institute - Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies Standard-essential patents | Niccolò Galli Research Associate Niccolò Galli explains what standard-essential patents are and the key role they play in the digital society. 22 November 2022 | Video Print Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Send by email In this Schuman Short, Research Associate Niccolò Galli from the Centre for a Digital Society tackles the concept of standard-essential patents (SETs) and the commercial disputes that often arise between patent holders and implementers: "While patent holders argue that implementers free-ride on their standard-essential patents, implementers allege that they are not offered fair, reasonable and nondiscriminatory terms" Check out further research on valuation and licensing of standard-essential patents. Watch more Schuman Shorts on our YouTube channel. Last update: 14 December 2022