Building your Bulwark: IP protection & legal structures
The current state of the industry illustrates that the video game industry does not only have opportunities, but also some significant risks in case of an economic downturn or unforeseen circumstances. In this master class, you learn about possibilities & pitfalls regarding protecting your intellectual property with the way you legally structure your studio
Speaker Bio
René Otto is an award-winning video game lawyer and founder of Deviant Legal. He acts as a trusted legal advisor for over 250 developers, publishers and esports companies. Considering his knowledge on the legal aspects of the video games industry, he is frequently invited to speak on international events and as a guest lecturer at Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas). In addition to his legal work, René tries to contribute to the games industry in several other capacities, including as a board member of Breda Game City and as an ambassador for Women in Games.