Lockton — the world’s largest independent insurance brokerage surpassing $4 billion (USD) in revenue — has joined forces with OIN to help reduce patent risk for companies leveraging Open Source technologies. The partnership brings together Lockton’s risk management expertise & OIN’s globally recognized role in protecting Open Source from patent threats. With more than 12,500 associates serving over 65,000 clients in 140+ countries, Lockton has seen a growing concern among its technology clients regarding the risk of patent infringement claims — particularly from Non-Practicing Entities (NPEs). Lockton has secured preferential IP insurance terms for OIN community members, including broader coverage & reduced premiums. This collaboration provides OIN members with enhanced tools to manage IP risks, foster innovation & confidently scale their use of Open Source technologies.