IP Finance Dialogue 2026

Banking on Intangibles: From Valuation to Financing

Intellectual Property is entering a new phase in which it is used as a bankable asset to unlock financing. This fourth edition of the Dialogue marks the decisive transition from high-level conversation to concrete implementation. For the first time, we are showcasing real-world pilot projects where financial institutions are moving beyond "catch-all" provisions to treat IP as a distinct and valuable asset.

The morning session will spotlight emerging initiatives, illustrating how lenders and investors are already integrating IP assessments into their decision-making. In the afternoon, the focus shifts to mechanisms that enable investment at scale, including IP valuation, liquidity solutions, and risk-sharing approaches. These sessions feature senior leaders from the financial sector, development banks, and international organizations, alongside the innovators and standard setters shaping this new ecosystem.

Beyond the formal program, the 2026 Dialogue prioritizes high-level networking. Participants will have dedicated opportunities to exchange best practices and ideas, fostering partnerships that extend far beyond the event.

Join us on 24 November 2026 to engage with experts shaping how IP is used in financing.

24 November 2026, 10:00-15:15 CET

The IP Finance Dialogue will take place in a hybrid format in the WIPO Conference Hall at WIPO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, and online.