Sector
IP Management
Albert Yuen appointed to lead Eversheds technology, data and cyber practice in Asia
29 January 2026Yuen joins firm from Linklaters, where he led that firm’s Hong Kong TMT practice.
Jocelyn Heng named managing counsel at HKIAC
28 January 2026HKIAC also appoints Xi Zhang head of China relations in Beijing.
South Korea, China sign agreement on strengthening IP relations
27 January 2026Curbing counterfeits and applying AI in patent analysis are among the covered areas.
Rachana Rautray joins JSA in Mumbai as retained partner
23 January 2026Rautray noted for her work in technology and regulatory matters.
Wai Teng Woo promoted to partner at LAW Partnership
23 January 2026Kuala Lumpur-based Woo leads the firm’s prosecution, branding team.
Preparing your IP for an initial public offering
16 January 2026Is your IP ready to face public markets? — Excel V. Dyquiangco
Arbitrability of intellectual property disputes in India
16 January 2026With the increasing commercialization of intellectual property in India, disputes concerning IP arise frequently. Courts are taking a more nuanced position as to whether they are suitable for arbitration.
Key legislative and procedural changes across the Middle East in 2025
01 January 2026Key MENA jurisdictions spent 2025 modernizing legislation, embracing digitalization and strengthening international cooperation.
IPOPHL rises to third most innovative IP office in the world
14 January 2026The ranking reflects its investment in digital systems and institutional capacity-building.
Indonesia plans Rp10 trillion IP-based funding scheme for creative sector
12 January 2026New programme aims to support creative industry financing and strengthen IP use.
Asia IP Announces Call for Submissions for the 2026 Asia IP China Awards
29 December 2025Asia IP is pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the 2026 Asia IP China Awards, which recognize outstanding achievements and leadership in intellectual property law across China.
Sony issues C&D over alleged IP infringement in Sri Lanka
16 December 2025Sony claims unauthorized use of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire television format.
Indonesia establishes new mechanism for IP assets
12 December 2025The microcredit scheme allows IP owners broader access to funding.
Saudi Arabia, WIPO sign agreement to publish IP judicial rulings
11 December 2025Saudi Arabia courts’ IP rulings to go public under new WIPO transparency agreement.
China’s IP Experts 2025
31 October 2025In what was yet another record year for global patent filing, China remains atop the global patent filing standings.