Philips remains No. 1 in Medtech at European Patent Office and the largest Dutch patent applicant

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Dual AI engines in SmartSpeed Precise GNWArticle contentMarch 24, 2026Sign In or Create an AccountEmail AddressContinueor View more offersArticle contentPhilips ranks No. 1 among medical technology companies in the European Patent Office Technology Dashboard 2025, filing 1,289 patent applications with the EPO in 2025.Philips’ platform-based solutions integrate hardware, software, data and AI to address clinical, operational and everyday health challenges.Philips’ innovation improved the lives of 2 billion people in 2025, with the goal of improving 2.5 billion lives per year by 2030, including 400 million people in medically underserved communities.Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentArticle contentAmsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced it ranked No. 1 among medical technology companies in the European Patent Office’s (EPO) Technology Dashboard 2025. Medical technology is the most important domain for Dutch patent applications at the EPO. The ranking underscores the company’s continued leadership in health technology innovation. Philips filed 676 Medtech patent applications with the EPO in 2025, including patents related to artificial intelligence (AI) across its businesses. This reflects the company’s strong innovation pipeline focused on health technology solutions.Article contentTop StoriesGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.Sign UpBy signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Article content“Philips’ continued success as a top applicant with the European Patent Office reflects the strength of our innovation engine and our focus on meaningful innovation in healthcare and self-care,” said Marnix van Ginneken, Member of the Board of Management of Royal Philips. “Our innovation strategy is powered by data, AI and platform-based solutions to deliver better care for more people.”Article contentArticle contentOur customer- and consumer-centric innovation and platform-based solutions integrate hardware, software, data and AI to address clinical, operational and everyday health challenges. By securely connecting data from imaging systems, patient monitors and connected devices across care settings from hospitals to the home, Philips helps clinicians make better decisions and deliver more efficient care. Through collaborations with clinical, technology and customer partners, Philips brings new healthcare solutions to market faster and at scale.Article contentPhilips’ innovation improved the lives of 2 billion people in 2025. By 2030, we aim to improve the lives of 2.5 billion people per year, including 400 million people in medically underserved communities.Article contentExamples of Philips’ recent innovations include:Article contentHelium-free 3.0T MRI technology[1], advancing sustainability and precision in diagnostic imaging. Using SmartSpeed Precise with Integrated Dual AI, MR scans can be delivered up to three times faster with up to 80% sharper images.Philips’ flagship spectral CT system Verida, featuring Spectral Precision Image technology to deliver sharper and more conclusive diagnostic insights in a single scan, and Rembra CT, designed to set a new benchmark for speed and patient access in acute and high-demand imaging environments.LumiGuide 3D Device Guidance, the world’s first real-time AI-enabled, light-based 3D navigation solution for image-guided therapy, enabling physicians to visualize and guide devices inside the body using light instead of continuous X-ray.ECG AI Marketplace, which gives cardiac care teams access to multiple vendor offerings in one place, enabling clinicians to deploy and manage AI-powered diagnostic tools more easily.Innovation for consumers such as the AI-powered i9000 Shaver Series; the world’s No. 1 intense pulsed light hair removal brand Philips Lumea IPL; and the Avent Hands-Free Breast Pump designed using more than 40 years of breastfeeding research.Trending 'Bleeding businesses': Number of active companies that depend on U.S. is dropping in Canada Economy Subscriber only. 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Philips’ intellectual property portfolio includes approximately 53,000 patent rights, 31,500 trademarks, 159,000 design rights and 3,100 domain names.Article content[1] Helium-free 3.0T MRI is Work in Progress and not available in the US or any jurisdiction. Its future availability cannot be guaranteed.Article contentFor further information, please contact:Article contentMichael FuchsPhilips Global External RelationsTel.: +31 614869261E-mail: Michael.Fuchs@philips.comArticle contentAbout Royal PhilipsRoyal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people’s health and well-being through meaningful innovation. Philips’ patient- and people-centric innovation leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver personal health solutions for consumers and professional health solutions for healthcare providers and their patients in the hospital and the home.Article contentHeadquartered in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, image-guided therapy, monitoring and enterprise informatics, as well as in personal health. Philips generated 2025 sales of EUR 18 billion and employs approximately 64,800 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at www.philips.com/newscenter.Article contentAttachmentsArticle contentDual AI engines in SmartSpeed PrecisePhilips LumiGuide 3D device guidance in usePhilips Verida spectral CT system, angle viewi9000 PrestigeArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentShare this article in your social networkCommentsYou must be logged in to join the discussion or read more comments.Create an AccountSign in Join the Conversation Postmedia is committed to maintaining a lively but civil forum for discussion. Please keep comments relevant and respectful. Comments may take up to an hour to appear on the site. You will receive an email if there is a reply to your comment, an update to a thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information. 'Bleeding businesses': Number of active companies that depend on U.S. is dropping in Canada Economy Subscriber only. 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