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IPOPHL and INTA Sign MOU to put an end to the counterfeiting problem

IPOPHL and INTA Sign MOU to put an end to the counterfeiting problem

Lately, The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) and the International Trademark Association (INTA) have just signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to put an end to the counterfeiting problem by improving the skills and knowledge of the young generations, companies, online platforms, and national authorities. The MOU was signed in a righteous signing ceremony by IPOPHL Director General Rowel S. Barba and INTA President Tiki Dare. According to the agreement, INTA will assist IPOPHL examiners in examining developing goods [...]

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IP Litigation & Enforcement Guide in Hong Kong

There have been many questions and concerns about the procedure of IP litigation and IP enforcement in Hong Kong. However, in the IP industry in Hong Kong, we still haven’t had a clear guideline for rights holders as well as the parties related to its procedures. This article will address some common questions and concerns of the IP litigation and enforcement landscape in Hong Kong, primarily the sections revolving around civil and criminal enforcement. Methods for enforcing IP rights in [...]

Thailand’s Commercial Minister ordered the DIP to collaborate closely with private agencies to strengthen IP protection in Thailand

Thailand’s Commercial Minister ordered the DIP to collaborate closely with private agencies to strengthen IP protection in Thailand

Recently, Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit has directed the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) to operate jointly with government and private agencies to win the battle against IP infringements. Moreover, Commercial Minister also ordered the DIP to upgrade existing laws to cope with the goal to make Thailand free from the United States Trade Representative’s Watch List as early as possible. According to Laksanawisit, the DIP has been commanded to work in collaboration with US-related agencies to create an IP Work [...]

Under the veil of Youtube copyright protection: Unfair uses and Infringements

Under the veil of Youtube copyright protection: Unfair uses and Infringements

Youtube is known as one of the most popular platforms for sharing and uploading video clips. Almost every type of video can be found uploaded on Youtube, except those violated Youtube’s general guidelines. However, there is one particular type of infringement that Youtube have not yet able to fully take control over: The Copyright infringement. What is Copyright? Generally speaking, copyright is the legal right that protects original works of authorship. Whenever one creates an original work, he/she automatically has the [...]

Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act further postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic

Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Act further postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic

The Personal Data Protection Act BE 2562 published in the Government Gazette on May 27, 2019, was originally scheduled to become fully effective on 27 May 2020. However, the plan was put to a halt due to the raging of the Covid-19 pandemic. The epidemic has dealt a heavy blow to all sectors of the economy, IP included. Consequently, the Government had deferred the full enforcement of the Personal Data Protection Act to May 27, 2021.  However, it is not [...]

New updates on Thailand Fast-Track system of trademark, Fast-track for trademark renewal in Thailand, Fast-track for trademark in Thailand, Fast-track for trademark examination in Thailand

New updates on Thailand Fast-Track system for trademark matters

Recently, Thailand’s DIP (Department of Intellectual Property) has issued a Fast Track system for Trademark Registration Fast-Track system and Trademark Renewal Fast-Track system which has come into effect from 23rd February 2021. Trademark Registration Fast Track System Previously, the timeframe for Trademark Registration as per the DIP Manual is about 16 months. Nowadays, trademark applications that meet the two required conditions will automatically be reviewed, provided if no additional request is required, as per the DIP’s new Fast-Track Declaration. Under the [...]

IP Litigation & Enforcement Guide in Vietnam, IP Litigation in Vietnam, Enforcement Guide in Vietnam, Vietnam IP Litigation, Vietnam Enforcement Guide, IP Litigation, Enforcement guide, Vietnam

IP Litigation & Enforcement Guide in Vietnam

There have been many questions and concerns about the procedure of IP litigation and IP enforcement in Vietnam. However, in the IP industry in Vietnam, we still haven’t had a clear guideline for rights holders as well as the parties related to its procedures. This article will address some common questions and concerns of the IP litigation and enforcement landscape in Vietnam, primarily the sections revolving around civil and criminal enforcement. Methods for enforcing IP rights in Vietnam The civil IP [...]

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IP Litigation & Enforcement Guide in Philippines

There are many questions and concerns regarding the procedure of IP litigation and IP enforcement. However, there hasn’t been a clear guideline for right holders as well as the parties related. This article will address some common questions and concerns of the IP litigation and enforcement landscape in the Philippines, primarily the sections revolving around civil and criminal enforcement. Is the Philippines common law or civil law? The Philippines is principally a civil law jurisdiction. However, it should be noted that [...]

The 1st Philippine International Copyright Summit begins on the week of November 22, 2021

The 1st Philippine International Copyright Summit begins on the week of November 22, 2021

The 1st Philippine International Copyright Summit (PICS), hosted by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) will be held on the week of November 22, 2021. The Summit will bring together 50 local and international speakers to join hands and debate about the latest trends and challenges in copyright regulations and enforcement which include restraining infringement activities in the country and assisting creators in achieving more comprehensive control over their copyright and related rights. The Bureau of Copyright and [...]

Key amendments in China's Patent Law

Key amendments in China’s Patent Law

On 17 October 2020, the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China had approved the fourth amendment to China’s Patent Law which is an immense development to this Law and the country’s IP system since the last amendment was passed in 2008. This advancement in the IP system is believed to be highly welcomed by foreign IP owners and businesses. They would be thrilled to see and adapt the new reforms relating to designs, patent term extensions, patent [...]

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