Computer technology
This field encompasses computing, calculating and counting devices as well as, for example, data processing systems. Learn more about the top applicants and leading countries of origin.
Total applications
Leading countries in 20241
Top applicants in 20242
Source: EPO.
Status: 3.2.2025.
1 The geographic origin is based on the country of residence of the first applicant listed on the application form (first-named applicant principle). In cases where several applicants are mentioned on the application form, the country of residence of the first applicant listed applies.
2 This is the ranking in each technology field of the main consolidated applicants at the EPO in 2024. It is based on European patent applications filed with the EPO in each technology field. It includes direct European applications and international (PCT) applications that entered the European phase. Applications by identifiable subsidiaries, not necessarily located in the same country, are allocated to the consolidated applicants.