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Sri Lanka launches public online IP search platform
20 February 2026Users can now access national IP records through a centralized digital system.
Philippines leads initiatives under ASEAN IP Rights Roadmap 2026-2030
19 February 2026Philippines drives ASEAN efforts to boost IP commercialization, capacity building and regional cooperation.
Japan hosts official visit by WIPO director general
18 February 2026Daren Tang visits to deepen IP cooperation.
MSMEs receive first intensive WIPO-IPOPHL mentoring to build IP strategies
13 February 2026The programme helps Philippine MSMEs develop tailored strategies, strengthen market position, etc.
AI transforming gaming industry in Asia
13 February 2026IP challenges and what should be done to address these
Vietnamese government issues decree for stronger copyright protection, enforcement
13 February 2026Coverage includes foreign entities, 43 acts of violation, and 29 remedial measures.
Foreign-related IP cases grow in China, 2025 report shows
12 February 2026China’s IP Court reports rising cases, foreign involvement and increasing punitive damages.
UK landmark ruling reshapes AI patent strategy
12 February 2026UK aligns its approach with European practice.
South Korean music to receive greater royalties in China under new licensing deals
10 February 2026The agreements lay the foundation for more transparent and timely payments.
Uzbekistan, Korea launch US$9.73M project to modernize IP administration
06 February 2026It plans to enhance the efficiency, accuracy and stability of its IP Administration and IP Adliya information systems.
Law doesn’t punish lawful design-arounds but doesn’t spare passing off, says SG lawyer
06 February 2026Inventor’s passing off claim succeeds in SG door system patent case, infringement allegation rejected
Laos PDR establishes framework for collective management organizations
06 February 2026The newly issued decision follows an earlier draft that was released for public consultation.
Startups: Guard Against Costly IP Mistakes
05 February 2026Experts Warn Startups Against Costly IP Mistakes at High Level Innovation Strategy Panel
Stronger Collaboration and Simplified IP Processes will make Technology Licensing Easier
05 February 2026Experts Call for Stronger Academia–Industry Collaboration and Simplified IP Processes at Technology Licensing Panel.
India Urged to Triple R&D Investment
04 February 2026Achieving True Technology Sovereignty will take vastly increased R&D spending by government and private companies