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Singapore tighten the sentences of pirate distributers, tighten the sentences of pirate distributers, Singapore punishes pirate distributers,
26 May

Singapore tighten the sentences of pirate distributers

On March 26, 2024, a 36-year-old man, Ge Xin, was brought before court in Singapore for the sale of illegal streaming devices and the installation of software enabling access to pirated content in his two retail outlets located in Sim Lim Square, the country’s prominent IT and electronics shopping hub. Ge’s shops, named MT Gadget+ and Grandnew, were found to be selling illicit streaming equipment during a raid conducted by the Criminal Investigation Department authorities on October 4, 2022, resulting [...]

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Society of Indian Law Firms organized SILF AI Conference 2024, SILF AI Conference 2024, Indian Law Firms organized SILF AI Conference 2024,
25 May

Society of Indian Law Firms organized SILF AI Conference 2024

The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) organized the SILF AI Conference 2024 in New Delhi, inaugurated by Rajiv Mani, secretary of the legislative department in India’s Ministry of Law and Justice. The conference, spearheaded by SILF president Lalit Bhasin, gathered more than 12 national and international law firms and 44 speakers from legal, tech, policy, and industry sectors to discuss responsible and inclusive AI. Mani emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring that AI benefits reach all segments of society, [...]

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Singapore celebrates World IP Day 2024, Singapore's IP Day 2024, World IP Day 2024,
24 May

Singapore celebrates World IP Day 2024

Singapore marked World IP Day on April 26, 2024, with Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law K Shanmugam SC championing green innovation and sustainable development in a celebratory note released on the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore’s (IPOS) website. World IP Day, established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000, is a global annual celebration aimed at raising awareness of IP rights and recognizing their significance in innovation and creativity. This year’s theme, “IP and the [...]

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Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property officially recognizes Hague Agreement and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Saudi Authority recognizes Hague Agreement and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Hague Agreement and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO),
23 May

Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property officially recognizes Hague Agreement and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

Saudi Arabia has taken significant steps towards aligning with international intellectual property (IP) standards by officially recognizing the Hague Agreement and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This move is expected to attract and encourage IP owners worldwide to seek protection in the country. Designs registered through the Hague Agreement will now enjoy the same rights and protections as those registered directly in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has introduced a new unified e-portal system to [...]

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India readies to publish India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, India readies to publish India’s Cinematograph Bill, India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill,
22 May

India readies to publish India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill

India’s Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023, intended to supersede the Cinematograph Act of 1952, is on the brink of official notification following its passage through both houses of parliament. This legislative move aims to modernize film regulation, encompassing certification, exhibition, and censorship, particularly addressing issues prevalent in the digital domain such as online piracy and copyright violations. The proposed Sections 6AA and 6AB of the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023 aim to combat digital piracy by prohibiting the use of audio-visual recording [...]

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Kazakhstan launches new Blockchain-based copyright protection platform, Kazakhstan launches new Blockchain-based platform, Blockchain-based copyright protection platform,
21 May

Kazakhstan launches new Blockchain-based copyright protection platform

In late 2023, Future NFT Technology, a Kazakh company, introduced the Central Asian Intellectual Property Registry (CARRIP), a blockchain-based platform designed for copyright registration and protection specifically catering to Kazakhstan residents. Utilizing blockchain technology, CARRIP securely stores registered creative works, ensuring transparency and bolstering copyright protection through encrypted blockchain mechanisms. Additionally, the platform enables users to grant permission for the use of their copyrights under specified conditions, with authors receiving a copyright registration certificate upon payment of a fee. According to [...]

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Japan accelerates the perfection of its AI-IP protection system, Japan accelerates the perfection of its AI-IP system, Japan accelerates its AI-IP protection system,
20 May

Japan accelerates the perfection of its AI-IP protection system

Japan is expediting the refinement of its AI-based intellectual property (IP) protection system, with a government panel proposing that artificial intelligence providers establish terms of use to safeguard IP rights. The draft interim report of this panel outlines recommendations expected to serve as a roadmap for both developers and consumers of generative AI technology. Prompted by the rapid advancements in generative AI, the Japanese government established this panel to address pertinent issues. The panel intends to deliberate on the interim [...]

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India achieves record number of registration certificates for FY 2023-2024, India achieves record number of registration certificates, record number of registration certificates for FY 2023-2024,
19 May

India achieves record number of registration certificates for FY 2023-2024

In the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024, India marked a significant achievement with a record-breaking issuance of copyright registration certificates, totaling 38,002, as reported by the country’s Copyright Office. Simultaneously, there were 36,729 new applications filed with India’s Intellectual Property Office. Among the 38,002 copyright registration certificates issued, the majority, 24,752, were for literary and dramatic works. Artistic works followed closely with 8,224 certificates, while computer software and sound recordings accounted for 2,429 and 2,007 certificates, respectively. Musical works received 135 [...]

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IPOPHL partners with Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines, IPOPHL partners with Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines,
18 May

IPOPHL partners with Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has recently partnered with the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP) in a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing public safety by combating counterfeit medications and fostering an environment conducive to accessible, high-quality healthcare innovations. Director General Rowel S. Barba of IPOPHL emphasized the significance of this collaboration in promoting innovation through intellectual property (IP) protection, thereby ensuring widespread access to affordable, quality medicines while safeguarding IP rights and the public [...]

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Myanmar began to accept applications for industrial designs since February 2024, Myanmar began to accept applications for industrial designs, accept applications for industrial designs since February 2024,
17 May

Myanmar began to accept applications for industrial designs since February 2024

Starting from February 1, 2024, Myanmar’s Intellectual Property Department (IPD) has begun accepting applications for industrial designs under the newly enforced Industrial Design Law, which came into effect on October 31, 2023. Alongside this law, the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) introduced the Industrial Design Rules on September 29, 2023, which serve as another significant document governing industrial design registration in Myanmar. Khin Myo Myo Aye, a senior associate at Tilleke & Gibbins in Yangon, highlighted that the implementation of industrial [...]

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