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UAE can now register their trademarks in different formats, according to senior official
28 March 2024Abdulla Al Saleh, under-secretary of foreign trade and industry at the Ministry of Economy, said that the UAE has updated its outdated intellectual property rules in 2021 with a brand-new framework.
Cambodia PM urges ministry to fortify efforts to IP rights
25 March 2024He also urged them to update the pertinent legislative framework to reflect advancements in technology.
Special drive to dispose old pending trademark applications in India to be held in April
22 March 2024The initiative proves government aims to modernize, expedite resolution of applications, says IP attorney.
Saudi Arabia puts into force extension of protection for industrial designs
22 March 2024Notably, the protection validity of designs were extended from 10 to 15 years.
Indian gov’t says country’s existing IP regime can protect AI-generated works
22 March 2024No need for separate rights, says gov’t, but IP lawyer believes legislation should be amended.
West Bank resumes trademark office operations
21 March 2024This follows the state of emergency due to the ongoing war in Gaza.
The Philippines holds IP boot camp for brand owners
18 March 2024The boot camp aims to give IP rights holders access to IP portals of e-commerce platforms.
Latest in New Zealand divorced couple copyright case: Artist gets exclusive rights
14 March 2024Is copyright created during a relationship, relationship property?
Indonesia, EU tackle IP in trade talks
08 March 2024The goal was to guarantee the EU and Indonesia’s IP protection systems to provide economic players with legal certainty.
Weak copyright compliance hounds India’s music publishing industry, according to report
07 March 2024IP lawyer discusses the issue and recommends measures for improving copyright compliance
IPOPHL releases statutory fair use guidelines to clarify rules on copyright exceptions
07 March 2024This is to help Filipino innovators, educators and creatives develop a deeper knowledge of IP rights by offering clarity and direction.
Helpdesk Portal launched in India to streamline communications on IP concerns
07 March 2024It will address concerns promptly, but IP attorney says more improvements are needed.
High Court in Nepal issues key ruling on trademark distinctiveness registration
04 March 2024Applicant should follow up all its trademark-related issues or legal consequences may ensue
Myanmar opens applications for the registration of copyright and related rights
01 March 2024Subsequently, on February 13, 2024, the IP Agency issued a notification specifying the required government fees to be paid for matters related to copyrights and related rights.
Uzbekistan cuts registration fees for foreign companies, impacts IP
29 February 2024This move impacts state obligations as well as advertising, trademarks, and intellectual property.