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the Philippines to provide support to its creators in the Metaverse, provide support to its creators in the Metaverse, the Philippines to provide support to its creators,
19 Nov

The Philippines to provide support to its creators in the Metaverse

The Metaverse of Meta – Facebook has been one of the most mysterious technology matters in the current digital era. Although the success of Metaverse is still a matter to be debated in the future, the Philippines has taken the necessary measures to enter and integrate into this market. The Philippines has partnered with Stardust Digital Private Ltd., a Singapore-based company that aims to connect creators in the entertainment world to a global audience and creator community, to help local [...]

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lesson from the wonton noodles trademark case in Singapore, wonton noodles trademark case in Singapore, lesson from the wonton noodles trademark case,
18 Nov

Lesson from the wonton noodles trademark case in Singapore

In 2018, an opposition has been filed to a trademark application by sisters Ng Mui Hong and Ng Mei Ling for their restaurant Char Siew Wantan Mee. Ng Mui Hong and Ng Mei Ling are the daughters of the late Ng Ba Eng, who ran the Dunman Road Food Centre hawker stall Eng’s wonton noodles. Ng Ba Eng died of a sudden heart attack in 2013. However, even after death, his reputation through decades of selling pork dumpling noodles is still recognized [...]

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differences and parallels between brand and trademark, differences between brand and trademark, parallels between brand and trademark,
17 Nov

Differences and parallels between brand and trademark

Brand and trademark are two concepts that go hand in hand and are often confused with each other. However, despite certain similarities, the nature of the difference between a brand and a trademark is huge. Definition and concept Trademark is a sign used to distinguish goods and services of different organizations and individuals. A trademark protected in a country’s jurisdiction must have a subject that is a visible sign according to the provisions of the IP law. The law varies between [...]

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Canadian Patent Laws amendments
16 Nov

Canadian Patent Laws amendments

The final text for the previously announced amendments to the Patent Rules was registered at the Orders in Council of Canada on June 2, 2022, and it will be published in the Canadian Gazette on June 22, 2022, with many of these provisions taking effect on October 3, 2022. In consideration of the Canadian Intellectual Property Office’s (CIPO) commitment to include Patent Term Adjustment (PTA) provisions into Canadian Patent Law pursuant to the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), these new [...]

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Copyright protection extended for 20 years in Canada
15 Nov

Copyright protection extended for 20 years in Canada

Canada has enacted legislation extending copyright protection by 20 years to a “life-plus-70” period after years of discussion and consultation. Bill C-19, the Budget Implementation Act, 2022, No. 1, includes amendments to the Copyright Act that are expected to take effect before the year is over. This action, which follows a 20-year extension to copyright terms for published sound recordings, artists’ performances, and certain audiovisual works that went into effect in June 2015, fulfills a significant commitment made by Canada [...]

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The New Patents Act 2022 (Amendment) in Malaysia
14 Nov

The New Patents Act 2022 (Amendment) in Malaysia

The Patents Act Amendment (PAA) amends the Patents Act of 1983, which was approved by the House of Representatives on December 15, 2021, and the Senate on December 22, 2021. The PAA went into effect on March 18, 2022, with the following features: the depositing of microorganisms with the relevant authorities; the inspection of certain documents by the public; and opposition proceedings against a granted patent before the Registrar. The PAA takes into consideration Malaysia’s obligations under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for [...]

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Michael Jackson copyrighted his unique 45-degree stance, Michael Jackson , unique 45-degree stance, moonwalk,
10 Nov

Michael Jackson copyrighted his unique 45-degree stance?

Michael Jackson – an icon of the world music industry has long passed away, but his songs and dances still exist over the years. Music like Smooth Criminal, Beat it, Thriller, etc. will be protected under US copyright law as well as international copyright conventions and treaties such as the Berne Convention. However, is this artist’s 45-degree vertical angle protected by copyright as for the songs above? About Michael Jackson Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, and died [...]

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Intellectual property surplus reaches a new record high in South Korea
10 Nov

Intellectual property surplus reaches a new record high in South Korea

In the first half of this year, South Korea’s intellectual property surplus increased to a new high due to a smaller industrial property rights deficit. South Korea sets a new record for its intellectual property surplus According to the Bank of Korea, trade in intellectual property rights achieved a record surplus of 370 million US dollars from January to June, surpassing the previous high of 350 million dollars in the second half of 2019. It decreased from a deficit of 1.21 billion [...]

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The Chinese Patent Office plans to take action against fraudulent patent applications
09 Nov

The Chinese Patent Office plans to take action against fraudulent patent applications

A draft of new regulations was published by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), which will decrease the ratings of Chinese patent offices that grant fraudulent patents. The draft, which builds on a trial that began in January 2022 in four provinces, was provided by CNIPA on October 8. The Chinese Patent Office plans to combat fraudulent patent applications The purpose of the proposal is to “crackdown on illegal and untrustworthy acts” committed by Chinese patent offices and to advance [...]

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International IP conflict, Wolfoo Vietnam v. Peppa Pig UK, Wolfoo Vietnam , Wolfoo Vietnam lawsuit , Peppa Pig UK,
08 Nov

International IP conflict: Wolfoo Vietnam v. Peppa Pig UK

On August 19, 2022, Sconnect Vietnam filed a lawsuit against Entertainment One UK Limited (EO) for copyright infringement on Sconnect’s Wolfoo cartoon to the Hanoi People’s Court of Vietnam. Not only that, the big company also filed a lawsuit to the Moscow Court in Russia, despite the tension within this country’s jurisdiction in these times. Few notes about Sconnect Vietnam Sconnect is a Vietnam-based enterprise with the business of producing educational and entertainment videos and cartoons on YouTube, Facebook, and Tiktok [...]

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