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04 Jun

Iconic landmarks of BTS in South Korea are gradually destroyed due to request from HYBE

According to entertainment website Koreaboo, on January 5, 2024, Samcheok, a coastal city renowned for its BTS picture zone sculpture and signs, made the decision to dismantle a popular BTS-themed sculpture and other related installations located at Maengbang Beach. This action is believed to be a response to an escalating conflict over intellectual property rights initiated by HYBE, the entertainment company managing the globally acclaimed K-pop group BTS. HYBE recently issued formal requests for the removal of BTS-related structures from [...]

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03 Jun

Required documents of trademark renewal in EU

The renewal should be done and the renewal fee must be paid within the six months preceding your mark’s expiry date. The form may be submitted right up until the expiry of the registration. Required documents Power of attorney Certificate of Trademark Registration (original certificate) Other documents (Proof of fee payment, declaration of request for trademark renewal, etc) Other Notes: For online renewal. There is a paper form that can be sent by post or courier. The fee for renewing on paper is €1000 as [...]

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02 Jun

Thailand strengthens copyright protection through MOU with 30 copyright owners

The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) in Thailand, led by Director-General Vuttikrai Leewiraphan, has recently unveiled a memorandum of agreement (MOU) involving 30 copyright owners and three prominent online marketplaces—Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop. This collaborative effort aims to intensify the fight against piracy and counterfeit goods in Thailand. Additionally, the DIP is actively engaged with Facebook to develop technologies capable of detecting and removing counterfeit products to address copyright concerns. These measures are expected to enhance the country’s competitiveness and [...]

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01 Jun

Required documents of trademark renewal in China

Trademarks registered in China from CNIPA have a term or validity period of 10 years. You need to renew it within 12 months after it expires. Usually, there are three ways you can renew your trademark. One is that you can renew the mark with the help of your attorney, you need to pay additional fees, but it is safe and efficient and one Power of Attorney is needed to prepared. Another way is that you or the owner can go [...]

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31 May

Required documents of trademark renewal in New Zealand

An application for renewal of a trademark must be made before the date of expiry, but no earlier than one year before that date. Required renewal documents Any person may apply for the renewal but the application for the renewal of a trademark registration must contain the following information: The trademark registration number; The owner’s name and address for service; the owner agent’s name; The name and communication address of the person paying the renewal fee; and If the trademark is registered in more than one [...]

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30 May

Required documents of Trademark renewal in Macau

An application for renewal of a trademark must be made before the date of expiry, but no earlier than one year before that date. In case you have not yet submitted your renewal application, you can still apply for an extension within 6 months after the expiration date and pay an additional administration fee for late renewal as well. Required maintenance documents Within the final 6 months of the registration validity, the applicant should complete the Application Form of Request for Other [...]

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29 May

Required documents of Trademark renewal in the US

When you file a required maintenance document, you’ll submit a signed declaration saying that you’re continuing to use your trademark with the goods and services in your registration. You’ll also submit one sample of your your trademark for each class of goods or services. Required maintenance documents You should determine your maintenance document if you meet the requirements to maintain your registration. If your registration gets audited, you’ll need to provide more proof of use. If you don’t provide acceptable proof [...]

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28 May

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore launches public consultation on the exceptions in Singapore’s Copyright Act

The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) and the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) have initiated a public consultation on the exceptions outlined in Singapore’s Copyright Act 2021 (CA) concerning the circumvention of technological measures controlling access to copyright works or protected performances. These measures, known as access control measures, function akin to digital locks, preventing unauthorized access to copyrighted material and subsequent infringement. The consultation aims to gather feedback on whether the existing exceptions should be retained or modified, as well [...]

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27 May

Thailand plans to obtain more UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage besides Songkran

Thailand recently concluded the Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2024, also known as the Songkran Festival, with vibrant cultural displays, grand processions, and historical performances celebrating the country’s rich heritage. Tourism and Sports Minister Sudawan Wangsuphakijkosol highlighted the festival’s significance as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage event, inviting people from around the globe to join in the festivities. The festival showcased traditions from 16 provinces, captivating visitors with its colorful processions. Thailand now aims to designate Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Chon [...]

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26 May

Singapore tighten the sentences of pirate distributers

On March 26, 2024, a 36-year-old man, Ge Xin, was brought before court in Singapore for the sale of illegal streaming devices and the installation of software enabling access to pirated content in his two retail outlets located in Sim Lim Square, the country’s prominent IT and electronics shopping hub. Ge’s shops, named MT Gadget+ and Grandnew, were found to be selling illicit streaming equipment during a raid conducted by the Criminal Investigation Department authorities on October 4, 2022, resulting [...]

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