Draft Standard-Patent Guidance Is U.S. Bid in Global Debate

The Biden administration’s proposed policy changes on patents essential to industry standards are part of a broader international rethinking.

In a draft and request for comments, the administration is taking another look at how to value patents on industry standards for technology needed for things to work together. The issues have become increasingly important with the rise of 5G and the Internet of Things.

The U.K. said Tuesday it was seeking comments on a standard-essential patent framework. The European Union is also preparing a regulation with a new licensing framework.

“The bottom line is that the system that currently exists ...