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Additional international search options for PCT applicants in Australia

EPO and IPOS added as new options for patent filers.

Roses are red, violets are blue: Protecting plant varieties

In legal terms, a patented rose is not just grown – it is licensed. — Excel V. Dyquiangco

Valentine’s Day as a trademark?

Can Valentine’s Day – and holidays like Christmas and Easter – become registered trademarks? – Espie Angelica A. de Leon

AI and the law firm

How is AI helping lawyers in their legal practice? — Espie Angelica A. de Leon

Wai Teng Woo promoted to partner at LAW Partnership

Kuala Lumpur-based Woo leads the firm’s prosecution, branding team.

India’s Madras High Court cancels marks already registered

The registrations violated Rule 33 of the trademark law.

IPOS suspends acceptance of new requests under patents and trademarks acceleration programmes

IPOS is reviewing both programmes, aims to resume services as soon as possible.

Asia IP Announces Call for Submissions for the 2026 Asia IP China Awards

Asia 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.

Australia’s Trade Marks Amendment Regulations, 2025

Regulations composed of 7 schedules, with 1 and 5 to take effect on Dec. 19.

Gen Z protests force Nepal to issue trademark notice

Key requirements of the notice

The controversial gene patent

Should genes be patented? — Espie Angelica A. de Leon

A milestone in India: First smell trademark application accepted

Indian regulator prepared to update toolkit when branding evolves, says lawyer.

2025 Asia IP Awards winners crowned in Kuala Lumpur

IPOS reduces number of free claims per patent application, increases fees

Is the move justified?

Shortlist Revealed for the 2025 Asia IP Awards