Sector
Licensing & Franchising
The patenting of GMOs
29 September 2026Different legal approaches shape who can protect, develop and use GMO technologies. — Espie Angelica A. de Leon
Patent infringement or lawful design-around?
28 September 2026A closer look at how innovation can navigate the boundaries of patent protection. — Espie Angelica A. de Leon
Australian prime minister sets up Office of AI, vows to protect copyright owners
04 August 2026Copyright regime will remain permission-based, while new enforcement mechanism is under consideration.
Music, creative groups in Australia issue open letter to gov’t on copyright, AI training
29 July 2026What is the Australian gov’t doing about it, and what else could be done?
Disney+ and Malaysia’s Astro media group expand content exchange amid IP questions
23 July 2026Legal expert unpacks the risks behind an increasingly common streaming strategy.
New Zealand announces amendments to copyright law
23 July 2026Amendments strengthen creators’ rights but items remain in the “too hard basket,” says lawyer.
China conditionally approves online-audio merger, bans exclusive licensing
15 May 2026Regulator targets copyright restrictions, platform bunding and market concentration in digital audio services.
2026 Asia IP’s editorial team reveals China’s top IP firms, practices
30 April 2026China’s concerted efforts to improve the protection of intellectual property rights have fuelled the country’s rise to become one of the world’s top economies.
LESI 2026: Global SEP licensing faces pressure
28 April 2026Global standards clash with national enforcement, driving licensing disputes.
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.
FLAsia 2026, Asia’s Leading Franchising and Licensing Show, returns with new vision at the helm
29 January 2026The event will showcase commercialized IP and regional licensing opportunities.
Arbitrability of intellectual property disputes in India
16 January 2026With the increasing commercialization of intellectual property in India, disputes concerning IP arise frequently. Courts are taking a more nuanced position as to whether they are suitable for arbitration.
Hong Kong’s Toys & Games Fair showcases commercial use of IP through “Pop & Play” pavilion
16 January 2026The fair reflects the growing commercial role of IP licensing in Asia’s toy and collectibles market.
India proposal on AI developers’ use of copyrighted content needs clarity, says lawyer
09 January 2026Mandatory licensing model is restrictive, won’t necessarily lessen risk of litigation.
Drafting clear and effective IP assignments
07 January 2026Common drafting mistakes often weaken the enforceability of IP assignments. — Excel V. Dyquiangco