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Protecting AI-enabled assets in the Philippines: A practical IP strategy

By using an increasing amount of generative AI to produce advertising copy, product designs and other content, businesses are opening themselves to a variety of legal challenges. Ma Patricia B. Paz-Jacoba and Ricardo Jesus E. Gutierrez

Patenting AI in the Philippines: Key considerations under the IPOPHL’s AI examination guidelines

Applicants seeking patent protection for AI-related inventions in the Philippines must ensure that the application identifies the human inventor and explains the technical contribution of the AI-related invention. Rowen D. Palma and Ninna Joyce P. De...

Indian court ruling in 13-year patent case shows why proof of rights is important, says IP lawyer

After 13 years, scientist is named as rightful inventor of biomedical invention and patent applicant.

Kerala High Court tests limits of patent protection for cancer drugs

A case over one patient’s struggle with costs raises wider questions about access.

India ramps up IP reforms amid patent and AI questions

New patent guidelines, an AI authorship ruling and commercialization efforts mark the latest changes.

UAE expands incentives for inventors as broader IP reforms gather pace

The changes could have a meaningful impact on early-stage innovation across the UAE.

Asia IP 2026 Patent Rankings

When 20 years is just not enough

Where to draw the line between innovation and access to affordable medicines. — Excel V. Dyquiangco

The patenting of GMOs

Different legal approaches shape who can protect, develop and use GMO technologies. — Espie Angelica A. de Leon

Protecting quantum computing and innovations

Quantum computing adds new complexities for patent and IP systems. — Excel V. Dyquiangco

Patent infringement or lawful design-around?

A closer look at how innovation can navigate the boundaries of patent protection. — Espie Angelica A. de Leon

Why a scientist and a university spent 13 years disputing patent ownership

The case shows how prolonged ownership disputes can consume valuable patent protection.

New AI-focused IP boutique signals changing demands in Japan’s patent profession

The new practice aims to address what its founders see as a shortage of specialists in AI-related IP.

Shortlist Revealed for the 2026 Asia IP Awards

Honor buys LG patents as licensing push grows

The deal highlights the growing strategic importance of patents beyond the smartphone market.