The company's purpose is to hold, manage and trade intellectual property rights of all kinds in Switzerland and abroad, in particular registered or unregistered rights related to inventions (patents), know-how, trade secrets, intellectual creations, domain names and distinctive signs. The company may also acquire, hold, manage, exploit or dispose of trademark and copyright rights as well as other intellectual property rights and licenses. The company may also establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as carry out all operations having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.