An intellectual property right, a patent grants exclusive rights over an invention for a limited period. It allows inventors to prevent others from making, using, or selling their creation without permission. This legal protection fosters innovation by rewarding research and development, primarily benefiting individual inventors, startups, and corporations seeking a competitive market edge.
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