Valerio Torti

Valerio Torti is a Lecturer at the Business School of Edinburgh Napier University. His research focuses on competition law, intellectual property, and regulatory frameworks in technology sectors.

• Research Areas: Competition Law, Standard Essential Patents (SEPs), FRAND Licensing, EU Legal Policy

His recent work examines geopolitical impacts on transnational patent litigation, global FRAND royalty determination, and regulatory challenges in Swiss and EU competition law. He has contributed to debates on:

• Anti-Suit Injunctions
• Worldwide FRAND Licenses
• Exclusive Distribution Systems
• Copyright Reform in Digital Media

He serves as Director of Studies for PhD research on SEP licensing in IoT ecosystems and participates in projects like 'Optimal Policies in ICT Standardization' funded by the British Academy. His teaching and research bridge legal theory with practical applications in digital and financial technologies.