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IPOPHL unveils Philippine IP strategy
28 November 2024This is designed to foster collaboration and unlock the full economic potential of homegrown IP assets.
No longer a Chill Guy, artist wants copyright
28 November 2024The Chill Guy meme, which has taken the internet by storm, is now at the centre of an IP controversy.
SAIP becomes global patent authority to support inventors
26 November 2024SAIP's appointment as a global patent authority offers several advantages for applicants from Arabic-speaking countries.
NZ firm trade secret theft allegation against client reflects classic tension in IP law
23 November 2024Lawyer weighs in on relationship between confidential information or trade secrets and patents.
Iran enacts new IP law and fee increase
22 November 2024The most significant change brought about by the new law pertains to the official fees which have increased.
IPOPHL’s mediation initiatives highlighted at IP Key Southeast Asian Conference
20 November 2024Delegates had the opportunity to discuss their mediation practices in this conference.
Rolex trademark infringement case in Kazakhstan: Court should have considered consumer perception
20 November 2024Rolex wins case but attorney cites reasons why court ruling could have been different
Demand soars for cultural products amidst rising concerns over knockoffs
19 November 2024Dunhuang Academy addresses this problem by combining the digital resources with blockchain technology.
BharatBenz now a Well-Known Trademark in India
18 November 2024Well-Known Trademark status offers protection beyond the class for which the mark was registered, etc.
Mumbai court acquits man in 33-year copyright infringement case largely due to absence of witnesses
14 November 2024The court should have dealt with the case in more detail, says IP lawyer.
Korea, Cambodia unite to launch National Trademark Centre
14 November 2024The meeting centred on developing a strategic framework to enhance Cambodia’s digital governance.
Nepal’s Draft Copyright Act, 2024 proposes creation of Intellectual Property Police
11 November 2024IP lawyer weighs in on proposed IP Police including the challenges and considerations involved.
Oman enforces new submission requirements for trademark filings
11 November 2024This submission is essential for the timely processing of applications.
Trump’s return to accelerate AI development
07 November 2024Trump’s expected hands-off approach to AI regulation could reverse initiatives set forth by the Biden administration.
Lebanon extends deadlines for all IP matters
05 November 2024The office still accepts IP instructions and all necessary formalities to be actioned with the IPO once operations resume.