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New Data Protection Act in Sri Lanka, Data Protection Act in Sri Lanka, Data Protection Act, Protection Act in Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka,
26 Apr

New Data Protection Act in Sri Lanka

There has been a lot going on in Sri Lanka at the moment. Recently, the Government of Sri Lanka announced that this country was bankrupt, declaring a temporary suspension of repayment of all external debt. However, despite this news, just a few weeks before, the Government has just issued a new Data Protection Act in Sri Lanka. The Personal Data Protection Act was passed by the Sri Lankan Parliament without a vote after many amendments were made to the original [...]

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P63 million worth of potentially counterfeit items were seized in a mall in the Philippines, P63 million worth of potentially counterfeit items, potentially counterfeit items were seized in a mall in the Philippines, P63 million worth of potentially counterfeit items were seized, counterfeit items were seized in a mall in the Philippines,
25 Apr

P63 million worth of potentially counterfeit items were seized in a mall in the Philippines

Recently, a P63 million worth of potentially counterfeit items were seized in a mall in Metro Manila, Philippines by the National Committee on Intellectual Property Rights (NCIPR). The National Committee on Intellectual Property Rights (NCIPR) The National Committee on Intellectual Property Rights (NCIPR) is an interagency body that formulates and implements plans and policies, as well as strengthens the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights in the Philippines. The NCIPR is composed of 15 members with the Department of Trade and [...]

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Twitter’s trademark battle in Singapore against a Singaporean tech startup, Twitter’s trademark battle in Singapore, a Singaporean tech startup, trademark battle in Singapore,
24 Apr

Twitter’s trademark battle in Singapore against a Singaporean tech startup

Twitter has been one of the most popular social media platforms in the entire world. Even the president of the United States or the richest man on Earth got the connection with this platform. However, besides all the commotion, in recent times, Twitter has actually been in a constant battle in Singapore against a Singaporean tech startup. According to a ruling on March 11, 2022, by the principal assistant registrar of Trade Marks Mark Lim, Twitter has won its trademark [...]

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Information from China's Supreme Court's IP Division in 2021
23 Apr

Information from China’s Supreme Court’s IP Division in 2021

In 2021, the IP division received 4,335 new technical intellectual property and monopoly cases and resolved 3,460 of them, resulting in a 79.8% settled ratio. Compared to 2020, the growth rate in 2021 is higher, particularly: Received 4,335 36.4% Concluded 3,460 24.1% Concluding Rate: 79.8% Average trial period for every case and settled cases per judge Judges concluded 83.5 cases per capita in 2021, up 1.2 percent from the year before. For all sorts of cases, the average trial period was 134 days. Civil 2nd [...]

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can copyright replace trademark protection in China, copyright replace trademark protection in China, trademark protection in China, Copyright Customs recordal,
12 Apr

Can copyright replace trademark protection in China?

Although it sounds like a bizarre thing to consider due to the difference in nature between the 2 aspects, however, can copyright replace trademark registration in China? Trademarks sometimes can be hard to register and protected due to the long registration time that may take up to years.  However, when an idea arises, the businesses can’t afford to wait for years to have all their rights registered and protected. Time is of the essence and losing time means losing opportunities.  This situation [...]

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Risks and solutions when entering China’s market, entering China’s market, the risks of entering the market in China , Other solutions needed when entering and expanding in China,
11 Apr

Risks and solutions when entering China’s market

As China is one of the biggest markets in the world, there are many businesses that want to take their shot at expanding to this market. However, it’s not just easy to expand to China – one of the most populated countries in the world. Instead, there are many problems. One of the biggest ones is the protection of the brand.  The West is the pinnacle of civilizations, the home of leading technology that humanity has ever reached. Accordingly, if [...]

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Intellectual Property Valuations in the U.K
10 Apr

Intellectual Property Valuations in the U.K

Intellectual property can be considered a company asset, and valuations can help determine its genuine value. IP is frequently the most valuable asset inside a corporation, and in today’s environment, innovation and technology mean that there is some aspect of IP in practically every commercial engagement that a firm engages in. The value of intellectual property assets can be valuable when a company is looking for outside investment, investigating licensing and joint venture options, mergers, and acquisitions, or for [...]

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Protecting IP early in a company's formation may have an impact on the company's ability to attract investment
09 Apr

Protecting IP early in a company’s formation may have an impact on the company’s ability to attract investment

If a startup intends to become a well-established, successful business, it must carefully manage all of its resources, both real and intangible, in the same way that a well-established, successful business does — by focusing methodically on maximizing the return on every expenditure. If the company is established on proprietary technology, it is vital to properly develop an intellectual property (IP) strategy as part of the business plan. At all phases of a company’s development, a well-managed and organized [...]

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New Singapore Court Processes for Intellectual Property Disputes
08 Apr

New Singapore Court Processes for Intellectual Property Disputes

On April 1, 2022, the new Supreme Court of Judicature (Intellectual Property) Rules 2022 (“Rules”) went into force. The amended Rules provide a new track for intellectual property (“IP”) disputes. The “Simplified Process for Certain Intellectual Property Claims” is the name of this new optional track (“Simplified Process”). The optional track plans to create a more efficient and cost-effective dispute settlement system in Singapore, particularly for individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). New Intellectual Property Disputes Court Procedures Legislation  Originating [...]

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Trademark Infringement In The Pharmaceutical Sector in India, Infringement In The Pharmaceutical Sector in India, The Pharmaceutical Sector in India, Pharmaceutical Sector in India,,
03 Apr

Trademark Infringement In The Pharmaceutical Sector in India

India’s pharmaceutical business is booming, having grown by leaps and bounds in recent decades. The Indian government is making strenuous efforts to develop this industry by creating and enforcing legislation that is consistent with international standards. As the market grows and industry participants spend, protecting intellectual property rights is becoming increasingly crucial for enterprises. Despite the fact that Section 13 of the Trade Marks Act of 1999 forbids the use of chemical names as trademarks, it is standard practice [...]

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