The business model itself cannot be patented, as is the case in all countries. At present, the so-called business model patent actually refers to the business activities carried out by using IT technology, because it involves some information processing processes and is highly technical. We can consider extracting the technical content of a certain transaction process to protect the Internet business model in essence. A typical example is Amazon's "one-click" patent. Due to the background of business model, this kind of patent often receives special attention when it is authorized. The examiner shall judge whether the patent content belongs to the pure business model, and if so, it cannot be authorized. In the past, the United States was relatively loose, so people mistakenly thought that they could apply for a patent for a business model in the United States. At present, there is a strict trend in the United States, because this kind of patent may restrict competition. You can also apply for the above-mentioned "business model" patent in China, and you should pay attention to the following issues:
1. Whether the business model utilizes IT technology;
2. Does the business model have a unique data processing process? Of course, it would be better if there were relevant specialized hardware.
3. How to highlight the feeling that its technicality weakens its business model in writing?