Intellectual Property Auctions & Asset Sales

Intellectual property assets are monetized when companies restructure, divest non-core technologies, conclude development programs, or wind down operations. Heritage Global Partners has advised on and executed asset sales for intellectual property portfolios for corporate enterprises, technology companies, and investors, including patents, trademarks, software, and proprietary rights.

Assets in this category originate from technology development initiatives, discontinued product lines, insolvency proceedings, and strategic divestitures. Market activity supports buyers looking to acquire intellectual property for commercialization, licensing, enforcement, or portfolio expansion across technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and digital markets.

Typical Assets Sold

  • Patent portfolios and individual patents
  • Trademarks, brand names, and domain assets
  • Copyrighted materials and creative works
  • Software source code and executable programs
  • Technology licenses and proprietary processes
  • Trade secrets and technical documentation
  • Product designs and engineering data
  • IP-related contractual rights

Current Auctions

Current listings in this category are updated regularly. View all active auctions and available inventory.

Past Auctions

By Order of The US Bankruptcy Court (Case 8:25-bk-12810): Electric Bike Brand & Mfg. Assets: Trademarks, Domain, E-Bikes, Paint Booths, Machinery & More! Costa Mesa, CA.

Starting: Apr 13th, 2026 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Apr 14th, 2026 – 10:00am PDT

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Sale #2: Subject to US Bankruptcy Court Approval (Case #1:25-bk-11187) Intellectual Property of a B2B Clothing Logistics Co: Domains, Patents, Trademarks, Customer Lists & More!

Starting: Jan 13th, 2026 – 7:00am EST

Ending: Jan 14th, 2026 – 12:00pm EST

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By Order of US Bankruptcy Court (Case #2:24-bk-25492): Electric Bike & Motorcycle Company Assets: IP, Machinery, Inventory, Bikes, Parts, Tools & More! Wisconsin & Tennessee.

Starting: Aug 13th, 2025 – 7:00am CDT

Ending: Aug 14th, 2025 – 10:00am CDT

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By Order of The US Bankruptcy Court (Case # 24-10676-JTD): Online Auction Featuring Patents, Copyrights, Trademarks & Domain Names!

Starting: Sep 4th, 2024 – 7:00am EDT

Ending: Sep 5th, 2024 – 2:00pm EDT

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Global Sealed-Bid Auction of QC Games Intellectual Property Portfolio inclusive of its popular “Breach” Action Role-Playing Game, Technology, Trademarks and Service Layer

Starting: Jun 5th, 2019 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Aug 14th, 2019 – 5:00pm PDT

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Global Telephonic Auction By Order Of the Secured Party, For The Bulk Sale Of All Assets Of BLAMtastic, LLC. An Innovative All Natural Cosmetic & Skincare Product Company. Atlanta, GA.

Starting: Jul 10th, 2017 – 11:00am EDT

Ending: Jul 10th, 2017 – 1:00pm EDT

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Subject To U.S. Bankruptcy Court Approval, Case 3:17-Bk-01300: Bulk Sale Of All Assets Of Dart Music, A Digital Music Aggregator Specialized In Distributing Classical Music To Online Music Vendors And Streaming Services.

Starting: May 22nd, 2017 – 9:00am CDT

Ending: May 31st, 2017 – 12:00pm CDT

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Global Online Auction: The Sale Of All Excess Assets & Inventory Of Syncrolite: A Leading Entertainment Lighting Provider For Arenas, Amphitheaters, Concert Halls, & Stadiums.

Starting: Mar 20th, 2017 – 7:00am CDT

Ending: Mar 22nd, 2017 – 10:00am CDT

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Sale Date Changed: Unique Opportunity: Global Online Auction of 5 VoIP Technology Patents, To Be Sold As a Package or Individual Patents. Patents Registered in US, Canada, Australia, China, Korea and Europe.

Starting: Jul 7th, 2016 – 7:00am PDT

Ending: Jul 8th, 2016 – 12:00pm PDT

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AUCTION CANCELED: By Order of the Lender, A Uniform Commercial Code Telephonic Auction Sale For A Percentage Ownership In Biodiesel Company & Related Intellectual Property!

Starting: Oct 7th, 2014 – 10:00am PDT

Ending: Oct 28th, 2014 – 12:00pm PDT

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By Order of M17, Inc. A Global Online Auction Sale of The Egg. Sale Featuring all Patents, Rights and Technology of an Oval Shaped World Class Speaker System.

Starting: Jan 30th, 2014 – 9:00am PST

Ending: Jan 30th, 2014 – 4:00pm PST

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By Order of the Receiver, A Global Telephonic Auction Featuring Exceptional Gaming Assets Developed by 38 Studios & Big Huge Games.

Starting: Dec 11th, 2013 – 10:00am EST

Ending: Dec 11th, 2013 – 12:00pm EST

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Subject To US Bankruptcy Court Approval: A Global Online Auction Of Intellectual Property Assets Of Vyteris, Inc. Sale Includes Over 25 Patents! Foster City, CA.

Starting: Jul 30th, 2013 – 10:00am PDT

Ending: Jul 31st, 2013 – 10:00am PDT

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Divesting patents, software, or IP portfolios?

Align asset disposition with operational timelines for intellectual property monetization

Buyer FAQs

Sale structures vary by transaction and may include exclusive ownership transfers, non-exclusive rights, or bundled licensing arrangements depending on the asset and seller objectives.
Territorial scope varies and is disclosed per asset.
Buyers should evaluate enforceability, jurisdictional coverage, remaining term, freedom-to-operate considerations, and any existing licensing obligations disclosed in the sale materials.

Seller FAQs

Valuation considers market demand, remaining term, and enforceability.
Yes. Intellectual property can be sold separately from facilities, equipment, or ongoing operations.
Yes. Controlled processes are common.