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Exclusion from EU IP watchlists makes the Philippines an appealing investment destination
26 Jul

Exclusion from EU IP watchlists makes the Philippines an appealing investment destination

According to the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), the country’s five-year removal of the European Commission’s intellectual property (IP) rights watchlist has made the Philippines an appealing investment destination. The report is a biennial publication that identifies priority nations that offer a high degree of worry to the European Union’s IP-laden industry. China is the single priority country on the list owing to the continuation of IP rights infringement through piracy and counterfeiting, as well as inconsistent IPR legislation [...]

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The first significant fee hike in 20 years will affect Canadian patent fees in 2024
25 Jul

The first significant fee hike in 20 years will affect Canadian patent fees in 2024

Significant adjustments to the Canadian Intellectual Property Office’s (CIPO) pricing system were announced on June 28. The majority of official fees relating to patents, trademarks, industrial design, copyright, and other associated services will increase by 25% starting on January 1, 2024. All applications that are presently being prosecuted as well as the costs associated with administrative processes and renewals will be affected by these changes. For Canadian small enterprises that meet the criteria for “small entities,” the significant price [...]

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CNIPA introduces new requirements for suspending trademark reviews in China
24 Jul

CNIPA introduces new requirements for suspending trademark reviews in China

The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) released a much-anticipated communication on the terms for suspending China trademark review proceedings on June 13, 2023. Any suspension of trademark review generally needs to adhere to the principle of necessity. As a result, the current procedure will only be put on hold if the future of the previous rights significantly impacts how a case turns out for which the suspension is requested. Three scenarios can be suspended based on unique case conditions, while [...]

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17 Jul

Studies by IPOS show that there is a direct link between IP and better business performance

Two studies conducted by the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) were released on May 17, 2023, during the 2023 International Trademark Association’s (INTA) Annual Meeting Live+ held in Singapore. The studies examined the correlation between intellectual property (IP) and business performance. The first study, titled “The Brands, Patents and Company Performance Study,” analyzed Singapore’s largest businesses and found that companies with strong brands and/or patent portfolios had approximately double the revenue, net profit, and market capitalization compared to those [...]

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17 Jul

Donald Trump’s ‘Rigged Election’ trademark denied in the United States

In an investigation by the United States House of Representatives, a trove of documents was found showing that President Donald Trump had attempted to register the ‘Rigged Election’ trademark after losing to Joe Biden, but the application was ultimately rejected. Not only the ‘Rigged Election’ trademark, but according to the information discovered by the House of Representatives, Donald Trump also attempted to register the ‘Save America PAC!’ trademark, where PAC is an abbreviation for “political action committee.” This was done shortly [...]

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16 Jul

Basic Overview of the International Trademark Association (INTA)

The International Trademark Association (INTA) is a global association consisting of trademark owners and prominent intellectual property experts from around the world. With extensive experience and specialized knowledge, INTA aims to research, collaborate, and promote the development and advancement of intellectual property rights for the betterment of humanity. INTA: The International Trademark Association is a global association comprising nearly 6,500 member organizations from 165 countries. It represents over 34,000 trademark professionals, including trademark owners from large corporations, small and medium-sized [...]

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Amendments to the Taiwan Trademark Act in 2023
15 Jul

Amendments to the Taiwan Trademark Act in 2023

On May 9, 2023, the Taiwanese legislature approved an act that amended Taiwan’s Trademark Act; on May 24, 2023, Presidential Order No. 1120043251 made the new law official. The amendments include the following highlights, which go into effect on a date that the Executive Yuan will announce, including accelerated examination, trademark agent qualifications, and simplified customs infringement notification. With the new faster trademark examination process, trademark application reviews might be completed in just two months. The applicant must establish, through [...]

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New Developments in Myanmar's Trademark Protection Process
14 Jul

New Developments in Myanmar’s Trademark Protection Process

The Myanmar Trademark Law of 2019 established a legal basis for trademarks in Myanmar. This law sought to bring Myanmar’s trademark system into compliance with international standards by making substantial amendments to the prior legal framework. Myanmar’s Myanmar Registration Act of 1908, which before the 2019 legislation, was the country’s previous trademark regulation. This outdated legislation lacked mechanisms for worldwide trademark registration and enforcement and provided inadequate protection for intellectual property rights. As a result, Myanmar’s intellectual property system encountered a [...]

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The Canadian government launched a national intellectual property strategy
13 Jul

The Canadian government launched a national intellectual property strategy

The Government of Canada developed a national Intellectual Property (IP) policy in 2018 to assist Canadian businesses and inventors understand and obtaining IP protection. The national IP strategy established a number of channels that enable IP-focused interactions for many Canadian SMEs, who frequently disregard IP protection. This is a big step toward prioritizing the growth and preservation of Canadian intellectual property.    The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) developed major online resources, including practical tools and information to assist inventors, as part [...]

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United States: USPTO Reveals Strategic Plan for 2022–2026
12 Jul

United States: USPTO Reveals Strategic Plan for 2022–2026

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published its 2022-2026 Strategic Plan on June 7, 2023, finishing a planning process that included more than 150 comments from the public and USPTO staff members on the draft version. The updated strategy defines the USPTO’s mission-driven strategic objectives: Drive inclusive U.S. innovation and global competitiveness; Promote the efficient delivery of reliable intellectual property (IP) rights; Promote the protection of IP against new and persistent threats;  Bring innovation to impact the public good; and Generate impactful employee [...]

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