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Business Software Alliance lobbies for text and data mining exception in India’s copyright law
27 November 2025A strong case for inclusion of TDM exception, says lawyer.
Sri Lanka moves to update copyright laws amid music industry disputes
19 November 2025Trade minister appoints experts to align local IP rules with global standards.
Slim Shady, Swim Shady: Eminem takes Australian beach essentials brand to court
19 November 2025The names sound similar, but brand founder said they followed the right process
Plant variety rights infringement: World’s largest kiwifruit marketer wins case in China
19 November 2025More than just a fruit, more than just a win for Zespri
Thailand promotes ePCT system for faster, cheaper international patents
19 November 2025Over 80 percent of Thailand’s PCT applications are filed through ePCT, showing the system’s efficiency.
South Korean retailers double down on character IP as competition intensifies
19 November 2025Retailers use popular characters to drive sales.
Indonesia seeks China’s support for treat on digital copyright governance
13 November 2025Indonesia aims to build support for a new treaty and deepen bilateral IP cooperation with China.
Cambodia reaffirms commitment to IP protection
09 November 2025Cambodia helped shape future ASEAN IP plans and supported new programmes.
ASEAN should view IP as a strategic economic asset, says Malaysia chairman
09 November 2025The chairman calls for stronger regional frameworks, improved IP valuation and greater support for MSMEs.
The 15th HKTDC Business of IP Asia Forum
09 November 2025The 15th HKTDC Business of IP Asia Forum (BIPAsia) will take place on December 4–5 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, under the theme “Leverage IP to Finance Business Growth”.
Myanmar introduces new procedures for IP border protection
30 October 2025The new rules give rights holders a tool to tackle copyright violations.
Philippines expresses strong confidence on report on counterfeits
30 October 2025USTR review is an opportunity to demonstrate tangible progress – IPOPHL acting director general
Uzbekistan, UK to launch joint IP rights enforcement training
23 October 2025The partnership follows Uzbekistan’s progress to aligning national laws with global IP standards.
IPOS reduces number of free claims per patent application, increases fees
22 October 2025Is the move justified?
Hotel and restaurant group in India calls for gov’t action in disputes with copyright societies
21 October 2025Overlapping royalty payments to various copyright societies are a key problem