Brother Industries had 47 patents in cybersecurity during Q4 2023. The patents filed by Brother Industries Ltd in Q4 2023 focus on communication devices facilitating secure authentication and connection processes, managing image processing devices through a server, and controlling access to a web server based on authentication information. These inventions aim to enhance security, efficiency, and user experience in various technological applications. GlobalData’s report on Brother Industries gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Brother Industries grant share with cybersecurity as a theme is 55% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing computer-readable instructions for communication device, communication device, and method performed by communication device (Patent ID: US20230422324A1)
The patent filed by Brother Industries Ltd. describes a method and system for a first communication device to obtain a bootstrapping key from a different communication device, establish authentication, and execute communication of connection information. The method involves displaying method selection information, obtaining the bootstrapping key, sending an authentication request, receiving an authentication response, and establishing a Wi-Fi connection. The system includes a Wi-Fi interface, display unit, and processor to execute these functions, with support for various obtaining methods and model name acceptance for different communication devices.
Furthermore, the patent details the process for selecting obtaining methods based on model names, displaying support information for specific methods, shifting communication device states from non-respondent to respondent, and utilizing different communication methods like capturing code images, Bluetooth, and NFC. The system also includes features for confirming user actions, obtaining shift information for the second communication device, and sending predetermined instructions for state shifting. Overall, the patent outlines a comprehensive approach for secure and efficient communication establishment between different devices using various methods and protocols.
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