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The procedure of trademark renewal in South Africa, procedure of trademark renewal in South Africa, trademark renewal in South Africa, South Africa trademark renewal
21 Apr

The procedure of trademark renewal in South Africa

Trademark registration can be protected in perpetuity provided a renewal application is filed before the renewal due date. The renewal date is calculated from the application date. On payment of the required renewal fees, a trademark can be renewed indefinitely for subsequent periods of ten years. A TM5 form must be completed to renew a trademark. If the trademark is not used for a continuous period of five years, it may be canceled altogether or for specific products or services. A renewal [...]

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The procedure of trademark renewal in India, procedure of trademark renewal in India, trademark renewal in India, India trademark renewal
20 Apr

The procedure of trademark renewal in India

In India, trademarks are initially registered for 10 years and must be renewed after that. The application for trademark renewal must be filed within one year of the registered trademark’s expiration date. Before the last registration of a trademark expires, the owner of a registered trademark should get a notice from the Trademark Registrar’s office advising him/her of the imminent expiry and the conditions for fee payment. If the owner fails to renew the trademark before it expires, the Registrar [...]

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Cambodia prime minister pledges to strengthen efforts to protect IP rights, Cambodia pledges to strengthen efforts to protect IP rights, strengthen efforts to protect IP rights in Cambodia ,
19 Apr

Cambodia prime minister pledges to strengthen efforts to protect IP rights

Prime Minister Hun Manet has emphasized the importance of combating plagiarism by urging the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts, along with relevant organizations, to enhance their efforts in safeguarding intellectual property, copyright, and related rights. He emphasized the need to update existing legislative frameworks to align with technological advancements. Addressing over 4,000 attendees at the 26th National Cultural Day held at the Koh Pich Convention and Exhibition Centre, Manet highlighted the government’s priority of preserving national and individual identities [...]

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Thailand is set to register Phuket’s famous 7-colour lobster as geographical indication
18 Apr

Thailand is set to register Phuket’s famous 7-colour lobster as geographical indication

Vuttikrai Leewiraphan, Department of Intellectual Property (DIP)’s director-general, recently disclosed that officials have visited the southern island province to observe the cultivation of the seven-colour lobster and gather information from local businesses. In line with the government’s soft power policy and to further enhance tourism and the local economy, the DIP aims to register this distinctive crustacean, which has become a sought-after delicacy among visitors frequenting Phuket eateries, as the country’s latest GI product. Leewiraphan stated, “Phuket is Thailand’s foremost tourism [...]

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India initiates Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark applications, Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark applications, India initiates Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark ,
17 Apr

India initiates Special drive program to dispose old pending trademark applications

India’s Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has announced a Special Drive for Old Pending TM Applications, scheduled from April 8 to April 25, 2024. The aim is to expedite the disposal of longstanding trademark applications that have been awaiting show cause hearings, particularly those with outdated service or email addresses. Applicants and their representatives are urged to attend physical hearings at their respective Trademarks Registry branch offices during the specified dates, bringing along [...]

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new changes in Saudi Arabia on industrial designs, Saudi Arabia on industrial designs’ protection, changes in Saudi Arabia on industrial designs’ protection,
15 Apr

New changes in Saudi Arabia on industrial designs’ protection

Saudi Arabia has recently implemented significant measures to enhance intellectual property rights, including the launch of the National Intellectual Property Platform Project, the first of its kind in the region. Notably, the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has extended the protection validity of designs from 10 to 15 years, as outlined in decision No. 197. Jehad Ali E Hasan, CEO of JAH Intellectual Property in Doha, highlighted the aim of this decision to incentivize design owners to seek protection [...]

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new statutory fair use guidelines of IPOPHL to clarify rules on copyright exceptions, fair use guidelines of IPOPHL to clarify rules on copyright exceptions, IPOPHL to clarify rules on copyright exceptions,
13 Apr

New statutory fair use guidelines of IPOPHL to clarify rules on copyright exceptions

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has issued its fair use guidelines during the 11th Fair Use Week, aiming to provide clarity and direction to Filipino innovators, educators, and creatives regarding intellectual property rights. IPOPHL Director General Rowel S. Barba emphasized the importance of fair use in fostering creativity and maintaining a balanced approach between protection and access to copyrighted works. Under the Philippine IP Code, fair use permits certain uses of copyrighted works without obtaining consent from the [...]

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India opens new communication platform Helpdesk Portal between the agency and applicants, India opens new communication platform Helpdesk Portal , India opens Helpdesk Portal ,
12 Apr

India opens new communication platform Helpdesk Portal between the agency and applicants

India’s Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks has introduced the Open House Helpdesk Portal in February 2024, aiming to centralize communication regarding intellectual property (IP) matters for applicants and stakeholders. This portal aims to facilitate the resolution of issues related to patents, copyrights, designs, trademarks, geographical indications, and semiconductor integrated circuit layout designs efficiently and promptly. Key features include a ticketing and notification system, enabling users to track and communicate about the progress of their concerns [...]

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The procedure of trademark renewal in Australia, procedure of trademark renewal in Australia, trademark renewal in Australia, Australia trademark renewal
12 Apr

The procedure of trademark renewal in Australia

In Australia, a trademark registration may be renewed every ten years. There are charges that must be paid. Trademark registration may be renewed an unlimited number of times. Anyone can pay for the renewal.  As you use your trademark over time, you may want to lower the number of classes you originally registered as your business or product line evolves. If you want to remove classes of goods and/or services from your registration, you must do so at least three [...]

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India reaffirms its strength on the protection of AI-generated works, India reaffirms its strength on the protection of works, India reaffirms its strength on the protection of AI works,
11 Apr

India reaffirms its strength on the protection of AI-generated works

The Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry declared on February 9, 2024, that the existing legal framework for patents and copyrights in India is sufficient to safeguard AI-generated works and associated innovations, negating the necessity for separate rights for such creations. According to a press release from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India’s Copyright Act of 1957 offers effective civil measures and criminal remedies to address infringement issues, including digital circumvention. Gautam K.M., a partner at Krishnamurthy & Co in [...]

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