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Pop Mart sues Bambu Lab in 3D‑printing IP dispute
06 March 2026Lawsuit targets model-sharing site over Labubu character files.
South Korea rolls out one-month patent review for AI and biotech startups
04 March 2026Startups to benefit from rapid, prioritized IP examination.
Cambodia unveils dedicated GI database
04 March 2026Cambodian origin products gain stronger protection and better visibility.
Philippine university innovation offices boost income from commercialized IP by 19 percent in 2025
03 March 2026Revenue growth fueled by patents, designs, licensing deals, and spin-off innovations.
Fake Pizza Hut store opening in Pakistan raises questions on trademark enforcement
03 March 2026Pizza Hut Pakistan takes action, lawyer says implementation of IP laws tedious.
Sri Lanka launches public online IP search platform
20 February 2026Users can now access national IP records through a centralized digital system.
Philippines leads initiatives under ASEAN IP Rights Roadmap 2026-2030
19 February 2026Philippines drives ASEAN efforts to boost IP commercialization, capacity building and regional cooperation.
Japan hosts official visit by WIPO director general
18 February 2026Daren Tang visits to deepen IP cooperation.
MSMEs receive first intensive WIPO-IPOPHL mentoring to build IP strategies
13 February 2026The programme helps Philippine MSMEs develop tailored strategies, strengthen market position, etc.
AI transforming gaming industry in Asia
13 February 2026IP challenges and what should be done to address these
Vietnamese government issues decree for stronger copyright protection, enforcement
13 February 2026Coverage includes foreign entities, 43 acts of violation, and 29 remedial measures.
Foreign-related IP cases grow in China, 2025 report shows
12 February 2026China’s IP Court reports rising cases, foreign involvement and increasing punitive damages.
UK landmark ruling reshapes AI patent strategy
12 February 2026UK aligns its approach with European practice.
South Korean music to receive greater royalties in China under new licensing deals
10 February 2026The agreements lay the foundation for more transparent and timely payments.
Uzbekistan, Korea launch US$9.73M project to modernize IP administration
06 February 2026It plans to enhance the efficiency, accuracy and stability of its IP Administration and IP Adliya information systems.