TLDR: ClicknClear, a UK-based copyright technology platform, has been named one of ten global winners of the 2025 WIPO Global Awards. The UN’s Intellectual Property Agency recognized the company for its innovative solution that addresses complex music licensing challenges in sports and performing arts, demonstrating significant economic and social impact through strategic intellectual property use.
GENEVA, Switzerland – July 11, 2025 – ClicknClear, a leading UK-based copyright technology platform, has achieved a significant milestone, being recognized as one of the ten global winners of the prestigious 2025 WIPO Global Awards. This esteemed initiative by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the United Nations agency dedicated to intellectual property (IP) innovation and creativity, celebrates startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have successfully leveraged IP to transform their innovations into tangible economic and social impact.
ClicknClear was selected from a highly competitive pool of over 780 applicants spanning 95 countries. The company stood out for its groundbreaking work in resolving the intricate copyright challenges faced by the sports and performing arts sectors, where music is integral to routines and performances. Its platform provides essential content and tools to combat copyright infringement, safeguarding both music users and creators.
Chantal Epp, Founder and CEO of ClicknClear, expressed her delight at the recognition, stating, “This award is more than a trophy; it’s a reminder that our ideas and solutions can create real change across the world. We’re proud to be able to demonstrate that smart IP use, and doing things the right way from the outset, can fuel innovation that serves people in an impactful way.” She added, “We are delighted to be recognized by such a prestigious global organization as WIPO for our work to protect and empower sports whilst monetizing and protecting music IP. It’s a further strong validation of our technology platform, the unique value we bring to our partners, the quality and dedication of our team, and the momentum behind our business.”
Marcelo Di Pietro, Director of the WIPO Awards Program, commended the winners, noting, “The winners of the 2025 Global Awards are not just inventive, they are strategic, impact-driven, and globally minded. We’re proud to support their journey.” He further stated, “Finalists for the WIPO Global Awards exemplify the power of IP in action. These companies show how creativity and IP rights can be combined to generate tangible benefits – for their businesses and for the world. We warmly congratulate ClicknClear for reaching this stage.”
The awards ceremony took place during the WIPO General Assemblies at WIPO headquarters in Geneva on July 11, 2025. The event gathered over 1,400 delegates, including representatives from WIPO’s 193 member states, international organizations, and innovation experts, to deliberate on the future of innovation and IP.
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As a winner, ClicknClear will receive a tailored support package designed to accelerate its growth. This includes strategic mentoring, enhanced global visibility through WIPO platforms, and privileged access to WIPO’s extensive international network of IP and business partners. This recognition underscores ClicknClear’s commitment to innovation and its significant contribution to addressing global challenges within the creative industries.
