Sector
IP Management
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.
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.
Laos PDR establishes framework for collective management organizations
06 February 2026The newly issued decision follows an earlier draft that was released for public consultation.
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.
TMI Associates promotes 21 to partner
05 February 2026Six of the firm’s new partners have significant IP practices.
Startups: Guard Against Costly IP Mistakes
05 February 2026Experts Warn Startups Against Costly IP Mistakes at High Level Innovation Strategy Panel
Judicial Leader Call for Stronger IP Literacy and Faster Innovation Governance
04 February 2026On the opening day of the GIPC, legal experts and members of the judiciary underscored the growing importance of intellectual property rights in shaping innovation, economic growth, and public welfare.
King & Wood, Mallesons will go separate ways in March 2026
03 February 2026Firm says evolution of firms, strategies has led to its split.
Junko Suetomi joins Greeberg Traurig in Tokyo
03 February 2026Global trade lawyer and customs specialist joins firm as shareholder.
Albert Yuen appointed to lead Eversheds technology, data and cyber practice in Asia
29 January 2026Yuen joins firm from Linklaters, where he led that firm’s Hong Kong TMT practice.
Jocelyn Heng named managing counsel at HKIAC
28 January 2026HKIAC also appoints Xi Zhang head of China relations in Beijing.
South Korea, China sign agreement on strengthening IP relations
27 January 2026Curbing counterfeits and applying AI in patent analysis are among the covered areas.
Rachana Rautray joins JSA in Mumbai as retained partner
23 January 2026Rautray noted for her work in technology and regulatory matters.
Wai Teng Woo promoted to partner at LAW Partnership
23 January 2026Kuala Lumpur-based Woo leads the firm’s prosecution, branding team.
Preparing your IP for an initial public offering
16 January 2026Is your IP ready to face public markets? — Excel V. Dyquiangco