NY Landing Lesson 9: Meeting a Global Top AI Startup – Graphen's Founder Dr. CY Lin

“IP2 Scale Out Program” is paving the way for promising Taiwanese startups to expand into the U.S. market. This year, i2i led ten selected teams to New York for a one-month immersive landing training program.

On June 6, i2i collaborated with the U.S. startup accelerator EntreCamp to host a “Founders’ Meetup,” where Taiwanese startup teams had the valuable opportunity to meet with Dr. CY Lin, the founder and CEO of Graphen—ranked as one of the top 10 AI startups worldwide. Dr. Lin shared insights from his entrepreneurial journey in New York.

NY Landing Lesson 9: Meeting a Global Top AI Startup – Graphen’s Founder Dr. CY Lin

Guest: Dr. CY Lin

Dr. CY Lin, founder and CEO of Graphen Inc., established the company in 2017 with the mission of advancing AI technology to improve human welfare.

Headquartered in New York, Graphen has achieved global recognition and is ranked ninth among AI companies worldwide, with branches in multiple international locations.

Dr. Lin brings a wealth of experience in both academia and industry. He has taught at prestigious institutions, including Columbia University, New York University, and the University of Washington, and served as Chief Scientist at IBM, where he led numerous AI research projects. He is widely respected as a scholar, speaker, and educator.

Course Focus

Legal Complexities in Commercial Licensing

• Analyzing the legal landscape of commercial licensing, covering core concepts, legal frameworks, and applications across industries.

• Tackling legal challenges within the licensing process, including contract terms, patent regulations, and industry standards.

• Strategies to leverage legal protections to safeguard interests and seize business opportunities.

Identifying Industry Opportunities

• Exploring the latest trends and potential opportunities in commercial licensing and AI applications.

• Leveraging the legal landscape to create a competitive edge for businesses.

• How commercial licensing can drive innovation and growth for companies in the global market.