As we usher in the Year of the snake we reflect on some innovations from previous ‘wooden snake' years. We look forward to discovering what this year’s innovations will reveal. Happy Lunar New Year and we wish everyone good fortune.
The Lunar New Year 2025 brings with it the arrival of the wooden snake, a rare and significant combination that occurs once every 60 years. A wooden snake year is unique and blends the snakes’ traits of wisdom, intuition, and transformation with the wood elements associated with growth, creativity, and renewal.
Reflecting on some of the innovations from previous wooden snake years, we see a legacy of remarkable scientific developments. In 1905, Albert Einstein's theory of special relativity redefined our understanding of space, time, and energy, laying the foundation for modern technologies like GPS, nuclear energy, and communications. That same year, The Wright brothers invented the Wright Flyer, the first practical airplane that could stay in the air for extended periods of time and be controlled by the pilot.
In 1965, several game changing innovations emerged. Douglas Engelbart invented the first computer mouse, transforming human-computer interaction and paving the way for modern graphical user interfaces. Gordon Moore introduced Moore's Law, predicting the exponential growth of computing power—a principle that has driven technological advancements ever since.
We’re anticipating the innovations 2025 will bring. The snake is associated with wisdom, intuition, and transformation, while the wood element signifies growth and renewal so it's exciting to imagine what may unfold this year. Our team is dedicated to protecting your innovations. Get in touch with us for assistance with navigating your IP needs.