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The Significance of Intellectual Property

The Significance of Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property (IP) appears in every company, not only those that deal with technology. Understanding the nature of specific IP rights, what they cover, and how the rights can be secured and commercialized is crucial to comprehending the value of this IP. Why is IP Important? Intellectual property can be considered as a set of intellectual rights that protect “intellectual inventions.” These rights are important for your business since they may be utilized to protect your own inventions while also providing [...]

Significant IP developments and trends in Chile

Significant IP developments and trends in Chile

Chile’s intellectual property legislation and administration have advanced to a high professional level in the last decade. Decisions and policies in compliance with the TRIPS Agreement’s commitments, as well as the numerous discussions Chile has conducted in the context of new free trade agreements, have undoubtedly resulted in a significant overhaul of the country’s intellectual property system in every way. This can be seen in legislative amendments, administrative reinforcement and improvement, the inclusion of customs officials in the fight against [...]

Changes to the Singapore Intellectual Property Process and Fees

Changes to the Singapore Intellectual Property Process and Fees

In accordance with the Intellectual Property (Amendment) Act 2022, which was enacted by Parliament on January 12, 2022, IPOS will implement procedural and fee amendments for patents, trademarks, registered designs, and plant variety protection. On April 29, 2022, the legislative changes and official fee adjustments were set to take effect. The implementation date of these amendments has been postponed until May 26, 2022, according to a recent notice by IPOS. IPOS will also launch IPOS Digital Hub, a new Intellectual [...]

Important IP Considerations for Startups in Mergers and Acquisitions

Important IP Considerations for Startups in Mergers and Acquisitions

With the rise of startups and enhanced knowledge of business valuation, Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) can be highly valuable assets and, like other intangible property, should be evaluated in m&a transactions. With a number of technology start-ups being purchased, it’s possible that they’ll have a portfolio of patents or copyright protecting their software and products, which could be the target companies’ most valuable assets. As a result, determining the value of IPRs is critical since it aids the parties in [...]

An Update on Bill 96, Canada's New French Language Law

An Update on Bill 96, Canada’s New French Language Law

After months of debate, the legislative committee in charge of analyzing and proposing revisions to Bill 96 has finished its review and adopted the bill’s text with some changes. This lays the stage for Bill 96’s passage in the Québec legislature, which is expected to happen before June 10, 2022 (the last day before the legislature breaks for the summer). Important Updates Bill 96 makes major adjustments to the use of French in commercial contracts, particularly those that are deemed to [...]

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Green technology and Intellectual property

The world is changing. The pollution made by mankind in the last couple of centuries has left the Earth with little green space. If this continues, the world will be sure to reach the point of no return. Every government knows about this predicament, therefore, they have made many commitments such as in the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference or COP26. However, the commitments require actual actions to back up and in our current era, innovations are the [...]

Snapshot: Patent System in China

Snapshot: Patent System in China

Both products and processes are protected by patents. You can use your IP rights to prevent others from manufacturing, using, or selling your invention in China. Certain types of inventions are not eligible for patent protection in China. Patents are not available for the following products: scientific discoveries; rules and methods of mental activities, such as software and business methods; methods for the diagnosis or the treatment of diseases, such as medical procedures; animal and plant varieties; substances obtained by means of nuclear transformation; and a [...]

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The John Doe order in India

There has been a recent John Doe order in India passed by the Delhi High Court in the case of Dabur India Limited v. Ashok Kumar & Ors. However, for normal civilians who are unusual with the terms of law and even for some freshly graduated in law, the terms ‘John Doe order’ is a little bit strange. So, what is the John Doe order in India and in general? In the case of Dabur India Limited vs Ashok Kumar [...]

Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: which protections for the work that consists of an AI?

Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property: which protections for the work that consists of an AI?

The European Commission published a Coordinated Plan on AI in 2018, with the goal of establishing a European approach to AI (anthropocentric, sustainable, safe, inclusive, and dependable), encouraging national plans, and assuring EU funding. The Commission is dedicated to fostering innovation in the development and deployment of AI technology in all industry sectors and across all Member States in order to maintain global competitiveness. As a result, the development of artificial intelligence systems represents a significant opportunity for growth and [...]

China Copyright Protection for Applied Art

China Copyright Protection for Applied Art

Because China’s copyright legislation makes no express provisions for the protection of works of applied art, courts have taken a variety of ways in addressing the issue. Protection has been extended in some circumstances based on the safeguards provided to works of art. In last year’s Guiding Case No. 157, The Supreme People’s Court (SPC) agreed that works of applied art are eligible for copyright protection in their own right. “An artistic work applied to objects for practical use, whether [...]

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