Oleksiy Malashenko is a partner and patent agent specializing in the strategic development and management of Intellectual Property (IP) across various high-tech sectors. His expertise spans North America, Europe, and Asia, and focuses on patent strategies and procurement.

Oleksiy serves on the firm's executive AI and IT committees, playing a crucial role in integrating AI-assisted tools and IT solutions. Additionally, he co-leads business operations within the patent department.

His practice is centered on AI-powered products and services. He crafted and executed IP strategies for cutting-edge technologies such as self-driving cars, robotic drones, intelligent personal assistants, and medical devices, resulting in large multi-jurisdictional patent families.

Oleksiy's experience has significantly impacted business outcomes through comprehensive IP audits and the development of tailored IP strategies. He co-managed a sizeable patent portfolio in the field of search engines and social network technologies, resulting in a cross-licensing agreement with a major U.S. tech corporation. He is regularly involved in financing and acquisition matters involving sizeable patent portfolios. Oleksiy reinforced his expertise in corporate IP strategy by completing secondments at a major European tech conglomerate providing products and services underpinned by AI.

He previously completed a bachelor's degree in engineering physics at École Polytechnique de Montréal and conducted research at the Functional Coatings and Surface Engineering Laboratory.

As a dedicated advocate for professional development, Oleksiy provides regular training for legal counsel and lectures at start-up accelerators, focusing on the strategic integration of AI and IP assets to foster innovation and secure competitive advantages in the marketplace. His contributions ensure that BCF remains at the forefront of technological advancements in AI.