EPO and Jio discuss AI, 5G and 6G patent strategy
Jio Platforms highlighted AI and telecom innovation during talks with the European Patent Office.
The European Patent Office held a high-level online meeting with Jio Platforms to discuss patent quality, innovation and developments in the European patent system.
The meeting formed part of the EPO’s 2026 Quality Action Plan and wider user engagement with companies using the European patent system. Jio Platforms, India’s largest mobile network operator, is described by the EPO as an increasingly active user of the system.
Discussions covered AI, 5G, future 6G technologies, satellite communications and automation. Jio highlighted Europe’s growing importance for its patent strategy and outlined a global patent portfolio covering India, Europe, the United States and other jurisdictions.
A significant part of the exchange focused on standards and standard-essential patents. The EPO said the discussion explored developments in 5G and future 6G standards, as well as the Office’s recent work and research in the field.
The meeting also covered the Unitary Patent and Unified Patent Court. Jio does not currently use the Unitary Patent system, but the company expressed interest in assessing it as a possible option for future European patent protection.
Why does it matter?
The meeting highlights how patent strategy is becoming part of global competition in AI, 5G, 6G and digital infrastructure. For companies active in next-generation networks, standard-essential patents can shape market access, licensing power and participation in technical standards. Jio’s engagement with the EPO also reflects the growing internationalisation of Indian technology firms as they seek protection for innovation in European markets.
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