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Malaysia's Patent Act Amendments: Key Points
08 Oct

Malaysia’s Patent Act Amendments: Key Points

Malaysia has amended its Patent Act to bring it into compliance with international laws for patent protection. The modifications reflect Malaysia’s compliance with a number of international treaties, including the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, and the Budapest Treaty on the International Recognition of the Deposit of Microorganisms for the Purposes of Patent Procedure (TRIPS). The Patent (Amendment) Act 2022 (the “Act”) [...]

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Malaysia's updated copyright law imprisons streaming pirates for up to 20 years
24 Nov

Malaysia’s updated copyright law imprisons streaming pirates for up to 20 years

Despite technological advancements, illegally streaming series or movies is still an infringement of copyright rules. As a result, Malaysia intends to enforce strong penalties, including lengthy prison sentences for individuals who commit the crime. Malaysia’s Move Against Streaming Pirates In Malaysia, 22% of online consumers access pirate streaming, down by 64% since August 2019, according to a YouGov survey of 1,123 consumers commissioned by the Asia Video Industry Association’s Coalition Against Piracy (AVIA’s CAP) and released in September 2020.  The number [...]

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Malaysia inititiates Copyright to You (CR2U) program, Malaysia inititiates Copyright to You , Copyright to You (CR2U) program,
23 Aug

Malaysia inititiates Copyright to You (CR2U) program

The Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) has introduced the Copyright to You (CR2U) program, aimed at streamlining the certification and notification process for voluntary copyright applications within the creative industry in Malaysia. This initiative seeks to expedite the certification and notification process under specific criteria and conditions, drastically reducing the processing time from three to six months to just 30 minutes. In 2023, MyIPO received a total of 6,020 applications for copyright notifications, indicating the significant recognition of copyright as [...]

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The In-depth Guide to Register a Trademark In Malaysia
16 Aug

The In-depth Guide to Register a Trademark In Malaysia

Trademarks in Malaysia are governed by The Trademarks Act 2019 and the Trademarks Regulations 2019, which replaced the Trademarks Act 1976 and the Trademarks Regulations 1997, came into force on December 27, 2019 and abolished the Trademarks Act 1976 and the Trademarks Regulations 1997. The Malaysian Intellectual Property Corporation is responsible for the administration and enforcement of these laws. Malaysia is also a signatory to a number of WIPO-administered trademark treaties, including the following: the Protocol Relating to the Madrid Agreement [...]

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Understanding Intellectual Property Rights in Malaysia: A Comprehensive Guide
30 Jun

Understanding Intellectual Property Rights in Malaysia: A Comprehensive Guide

In the realm of creativity, protecting one’s intellectual property (IP) is paramount. These legal rights, which encompass various forms of innovation, creativity, and reputation, are safeguarded under the robust legal framework of intellectual property laws in Malaysia. Recognizing the significance of fostering innovation and creativity, Malaysia has established comprehensive regulations to protect a wide array of intellectual assets. Here’s a breakdown of the types of intellectual property rights recognized in Malaysia: Trademarks: Trademarks encompass trade names, logos, brands, or any [...]

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Copyright Protection in Malaysia
12 May

Copyright Protection in Malaysia

Copyright protection is crucial for creators to safeguard their intellectual property rights and prevent unauthorized use or reproduction of their works. In Malaysia, copyright protection is granted automatically upon the creation of a work, by the principles outlined in the Berne Convention, an international agreement governing copyright. While formal registration is not mandatory to obtain copyright protection in Malaysia, creators are encouraged to utilize procedures outlined in the Copyright Act 1987 to strengthen their legal standing in case of disputes. [...]

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Malaysia sets clear boundary on works created by AI , Malaysia sets clear boundary on works created by AI in relation to other copyright-protected works, boundary on works created by AI in relation to other copyright-protected works,
30 Apr

Malaysia sets clear boundary on works created by AI in relation to other copyright-protected works

The chairman of the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO), Mohd Zuhan Mohd Zain, revealed that individuals using artificial intelligence (AI) apps to generate material resembling content eligible for inclusion in the nation’s intellectual property register could still face legal action. This disclosure was made during a recent media gathering associated with the National Intellectual Property Awards 2024 (AHIN2024). Zain emphasized that all intellectual property (IP) in Malaysia is safeguarded under various acts including the Trademarks Act 2019, the Patents [...]

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The procedure of trademark renewal in Malaysia
26 Apr

The procedure of trademark renewal in Malaysia

Malaysia and other countries in Southeast Asia have quite different regulations on intellectual property rights. However, the similarity is that every registered trademark has a period of validity. When a trademark is about to expire soon, the owner of the trademark is usually given a period of time to go through the necessary official procedures. How long are registered trademarks in Malaysia protected? For 10 years from the date of registration, a registered trademark is legal. Registration may be renewed indefinitely [...]

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Malaysia collaborates with Tiktok to limit IP infringement on Tiktok Shop, Malaysia collaborates with Tiktok, limit IP infringement on Tiktok Shop,
18 Dec

Malaysia collaborates with Tiktok to limit IP infringement on Tiktok Shop

The Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and TikTok have collaborated to enhance compliance with intellectual property laws in Malaysia, formalizing their commitment through a recently signed memorandum of agreement (MoU). In a joint statement, MyIPO and TikTok underscored their objective to align the platform’s intellectual property (IP) policy and enforcement with Malaysian IP laws. The partnership also places emphasis on providing training and sharing expertise and information on IP within the TikTok community, especially among businesses actively participating in [...]

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Malaysia reviews intellectual property policy to adapt technology transfer offices, Malaysia reviews intellectual property policy to adapt technology transfer offices (TTOs), Malaysia reviews intellectual property policy,
12 Nov

Malaysia reviews intellectual property policy to adapt technology transfer offices (TTOs)

To enhance Malaysia’s national commercialization ecosystem and promote technological ownership, adoption, and transfer, the country is set to review its intellectual property (IP) policy. As per the Mid-Term Review of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) for 2021 to 2025, IP assets will be evaluated for financing, aiming to stimulate commercialization and innovation initiatives. Government research institutes and higher education institutions will leverage technology transfer offices (TTOs) to bolster their research and commercialization capabilities, enabling them to extract maximum value from [...]

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