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AIPPI 2025: Protecting creativity in the US$200 billion global gaming arena

As games boom, creators face cloning and the need for stronger IP safeguards.

Shortlist Revealed for the 2025 Asia IP Awards

AIPPI 2025: An elegant evening of Kabuki

AIPPI delegates found themselves immersed in Japanese theatre.

AIPPI 2025: The push for authentic sustainability

In today’s market, sustainability claims are everywhere. Do your customers understand yours?

Fast-food chain Jollibee is Philippines’ first registered well-known mark

Not just a symbol of Filipino identity, well-known mark status also provides legal advantages

India: Trademark infringement between registered proprietors

Courts weigh in – again – on interplay in India’s Trade Marks Act. – Tusha Malhotra and Sugandha Yadav

KPDN launches initiatives to cut trademark fees for MSMEs

KPDN launches initiatives in conjunction with National Day and Malaysia Day 2025.

The Register of Well-Known Marks

IPOPHL launches well-known marks register. What happens when two marks are both well-known?

Fake goods, real consequences: Indonesia’s struggle to stop counterfeits

From Hermès to Hello Kitty, Indonesia has long been a magnet for counterfeit goods.

Hong Kong’s luxury for less

Hong Kong’s parallel import market can be fraught with risk. – Cathy Li

Bill in Philippines urges people to register their likeness as trademarks to combat deepfakes

IP lawyer shares thoughts on House Bill No. 3214 or the proposed Deepfake Regulation Act.

Cats and dogs saved by Japanese company

Trademark application case reminds that real confusion isn’t necessary; a threat of confusion is sufficient.

On claiming high statutory damages: Be a little more moderate, says lawyer

SG High Court orders counterfeit seller to pay LV significantly lower amount than damages sought.

GI filings in India jump by 380 percent over five-year period

Total IP filings increased by 44 percent, with GI filings posting biggest increase.

Remembering Lila Quirino

In honour of Lila Quirino, a kind, determined and respected IP lawyer.