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Copyright
Drafting clear and effective IP assignments
07 January 2026Common drafting mistakes often weaken the enforceability of IP assignments. — Excel V. Dyquiangco
U.S. appeals court rejects copyright claim over Top Gun: Maverick
05 January 2026Family alleges the sequel borrowed from an article that inspired the original Top Gun.
Evolving IP trends in 2026
05 January 2026AI, green tech and digital innovation are rewriting the rules of IP. — Excel V. Dyquiangco
South Korea’s Gentle Monster takes legal action against Blue Elephant over alleged design copying
05 January 2026Gentle Monster’s operator said the alleged copying has led to consumer confusion.
Legal framework for the protection of designs in Russia
23 December 2025The emergence of a person’s exclusive right to an industrial design does not mean the person cannot also violate the copyright to the design owned by the author.
Asia IP Announces Call for Submissions for the 2026 Asia IP China Awards
29 December 2025Asia IP is pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the 2026 Asia IP China Awards, which recognize outstanding achievements and leadership in intellectual property law across China.
Agility in strategy: How to be flexible in litigation
24 December 2025Lawyers share their tips and tricks for creating a successful litigation strategy. — Espie Angelica A. de Leon
Hong Kong launches IP financing sandbox to support innovation, SMEs
23 December 2025The HKMA has launched the Intellectual Property Financing Sandbox to help businesses leverage intangible assets for funding.
President signs law bolstering IP protection in Kazakhstan
22 December 2025Accelerated trademark examination, state control for copyright enforcement, unified digital platform among amendments.
Sony issues C&D over alleged IP infringement in Sri Lanka
16 December 2025Sony claims unauthorized use of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire television format.
Of copyright, Denmark and deepfakes: The Asian experience
30 September 2025Denmark’s deepfake copyright law amendment: Precedent or problematic? — Espie Angelica A. de Leon
Business Software Alliance lobbies for text and data mining exception in India’s copyright law
27 November 2025A strong case for inclusion of TDM exception, says lawyer.
Kazakhstan now has an AI law
27 November 2025The AI law provides that a prompt may be copyrighted, among others.
Indonesia moves to modernize copyright law for user-generated content
30 October 2025Improved regime expected to strengthen protection for creators, close UGC loopholes.
Sri Lanka moves to update copyright laws amid music industry disputes
19 November 2025Trade minister appoints experts to align local IP rules with global standards.