Karen Fraser

Karen Fraser specialises in patent protection for computer software, hardware, media streaming, telecommunications, and cutting-edge technologies including blockchain and cryptocurrency. With extensive experience in computer-implemented inventions (CII), she helps clients navigate complex patentability issues in Europe, identifying protectable innovations in fields such as data processing, content delivery networks, IoT, AI, cryptography, and secure data transmission. Karen advises on every stage of the patent lifecycle — from invention capture and drafting to portfolio management and enforcement — aligning IP strategies with commercial objectives. She also manages global patent portfolios, helping businesses protect and maximise their innovation worldwide.