IBM leads in quantum computing, Ford in driverless car patents


International Business Machines Corp received the most patents in machine learning and quantum computers, while Ford Motor Co is the most active in areas of vehicle navigation and control systems, according to the analysis by Fairview Research’s IFI Claims Patent Services. — dpa

Artificial intelligence, quantum computers and autonomous vehicles are among the fastest-growing areas of technology, with American companies often in the lead, according to a new study of US patents issued over the past five years.

International Business Machines Corp received the most patents in machine learning and quantum computers, while Ford Motor Co is the most active in areas of vehicle navigation and control systems, according to the analysis by Fairview Research’s IFI Claims Patent Services.

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