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RSSVietnam: Leading Tech Giants for Copyright Owners
The Vietnam’s Ministry of Information and Communications (“MIC“) published a Draft Decree (“Draft Decree“) amending Decree No. 72/2013/ND-CP on the management, provision, and use of Internet services and online information...
India´s leading patent trends: Green technologies
Since 2016, over half of the patents granted in India were related to green technologies.
Enforcing Trade Mark Rights in Indonesia
Dealing with trade mark infringement in Indonesia and finding a suitable strategy to tackle online infringement.
New Decree on IP Sanctions a Small Step Forward in Vietnam
On December 30, 2021, Vietnam’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) issued Decree No. 126/2021/ND-CP (Decree 126)...
Vietnam Data Protection Guide
Information and data have become a precious “resource” in every aspect of contemporary life. From business know-how and trade secrets to customer information and personal data...
Official logos for appellations of origin and geographical indications in Brazil
Would you like to have a look at the new logos, and read about GI protection in Brazil?
New EU Toolbox against counterfeiting: EC opens call for evidence
A call for evidence on the EU Toolbox against counterfeiting is now open for feedback. The European Commission aims to create effective tools for public authorities and companies, in particular SMEs, to fight against counterfeiting.
Indonesia: The Directorate General of Intellectual Property implements the automatic recordation approval system for copyrights
The Directorate General of Intellectual Property of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia (DGIP) issued Decision No. HKI-05.TI.03.02 of 2021 on Implementation of Automatic Approval in Copyright Recordation System...
A green tech success story from the oceans: New case study on innovation, sustainability and IP released
Thanks to an early-stage IP strategy, the innovative biotech SME AlgaEnergy has successfully scaled up its business and introduced innovative, competitive and sustainable products to the market.
New information hub for European SMEs: The EUIPO launches “Ideas Powered for Business” website
With the new “Ideas Powered for Business” website, the EUIPO has created a centralised information hub for businesses interested in intellectual property aspects.
David Bowie, Blackberry and Clustermedizin
David Bowie’s songwriting catalogue sold, Blackberry to sell its patents and case law from the GC.
Formal Pre-Grant Third Party Observation and Post-Grant Re-Examination Procedures in Singapore
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has recently introduced some amendments to the Singapore Patents Act and Rules that took effect from 1 October 2021. The amendments mainly focus on enhancing the Dispute Resolution Processes of Singapore’s patents regime, as summarised below.
New infographic comprises the main IP changes in Latin America during 2021
Would you like to know about any changes regarding Brazil, Chile or Colombia?
World Intellectual Property Day 2022: Innovating for a better future
This year, the theme of World Intellectual Property Day is “IP and Youth: Innovating for a Better Future” and celebrates how young people are stepping up to innovation challenges to create a sustainable future.
INAPI Chile proposes new IP regulations
Would you like to read more about the changes foreseen by this project?
How to protect your intellectual property rights in Argentina
Are you interested in internationalizing your business to Argentina? It is essential to protect your intangible assets through intellectual property rights. It is not an easy task. The first step is to find adequate information. Many doubts arise at the beginning of this challenge
Immersing Intellectual Property Rights in the Metaverse
What is the Metaverse?
For now and the foreseeable future, the metaverse can be explained as an immersive online experience that utilizes virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technology and devices...
IP in India: 2021 Recap
A highlight of the most important IP-related developments in India
India requests an urgent meeting with the WTO to address COVID19 measures package
Early this year India requested an urgent meeting with the General Council of the WTO in Geneva to discuss the health organization´s proposed response package against the COVID19 pandemic.
Exploiting Horizon results: what are the rules for transfers and licences?
A summary of the Horizon rules surrounding indirect exploitation activities