2024年中国专利申请量达180万件 蝉联全球第一

Core Insights - The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) released its annual report indicating a continued increase in global patent and design applications for 2024, with a recovery in trademark applications after two years of decline [1] Group 1: Global Patent Applications - Global patent applications reached a historical high of 3.7 million in 2024, marking a 4.9% increase compared to previous years [1] - China led the world with 1.8 million patent applications, followed by the United States (501,831), Japan (419,132), South Korea (295,722), and Germany (133,485) [1] Group 2: Technology Trends - Computer technology remains the most frequently filed patent category, accounting for 13.2% of the total global applications [1] - Other significant technology areas include electrical equipment, measurement technology, digital communication, and medical technology, which have remained consistent with 2023 data [1] Group 3: Trademark Applications - After two years of slowdown, global trademark applications are showing signs of recovery [1]