WIPO Launches IP Clinics in Lao PDR and Cambodia to Empower SMEs
All small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Southeast Asia are advised to prioritize the formal protection of their intellectual property. The WIPO launches IP Clinics in Lao PDR and Cambodia to address a specific legal vulnerability: the lack of enforceable rights for unregistered assets. Relying on product quality is no longer a viable legal defense. […]
WIPO Women and IP Symposium 2026: Protecting Female Innovation
The gender gap in global patent filings limits economic growth and stalls technological progress. We organized the WIPO Women and IP Symposium 2026 to address the legal and procedural hurdles that specifically affect female inventors and creators. This consultation outlines how intellectual property (IP) frameworks are changing to support more inclusive innovation. Current Legal Disparities in […]
Expiry of the SIPP Scheme in India: Impact on Startups and IP Protection
The Indian government’s dedicated support for startup Trademark and Patent filing has undergone a major transition. As of March 31, 2026, the SIPP Scheme in India Expiry became effective, ending the program that provided free legal facilitators to emerging businesses. We’ve prepared this briefing to explain how this change affects your filing costs and what […]
CNIPA Deputy Commissioner Visits WIPO and EUIPO to Strengthen IP Cooperation
A high-level representative from the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) recently concluded a mission to Europe. The visit centered on high-stakes diplomacy. During the trip, the CNIPA Deputy Commissioner met with leaders at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). These sessions focused on aligning regulatory frameworks […]
NFT Intellectual Property Rights Explained: What Do Buyers Actually Own?
The surge in digital asset transactions makes it vital to understand NFT Intellectual Property Rights. Many buyers assume that purchasing a token means they own the legal copyright to the art. But it’s rarely that simple. In the current legal climate, the gap between owning a token and owning the work itself is a core […]
Dupe Culture and Trademark Law: When Does Copying Become Infringement?
Social media has fundamentally changed how we shop. This shift created a trend known as Dupe Culture. From luxury leather goods to high-end serums, “dupes” offer a lookalike experience without the premium price tag. But where does the consumer’s bargain end and a legal violation begin? We need to look closely at the friction between […]
Delhi High Court Rules Against Ilaiyaraaja in ‘En Iniya Pon Nilave’ Copyright Case
The Indian music industry recently faced a major legal shift regarding Intellectual Property Rights. Following a high-stakes judicial order, the Delhi High Court ruled against the renowned composer in the Ilaiyaraaja vs Saregama Copyright Dispute. This specific IP litigation involves the ownership and commercial exploitation of the hit Tamil song ‘En Iniya Pon Nilave’ from […]
UDRP Explained: How Brands Can Recover Domain Names from Cybersquatters
Digital assets define modern business identity. When a third party registers a domain name with bad intentions to mimic your trademark, it is more than an inconvenience. It’s a direct threat to your brand. To fight this, we use the Uniform Domain Name Policy. This administrative framework allows rights holders to bypass the high costs […]
Amazon Copyright Case: Karnataka High Court Stays Investigation Into Marketplace Liability
India’s intellectual property framework is currently facing a shift in how e-commerce platforms are held liable. Recently, the Amazon copyright case has drawn significant attention from the legal community. The Karnataka High Court stepped in to pause a police probe, raising critical questions about how we view IP Protection when digital marketplaces act as a […]
The Bahamas Joins Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT): Key Takeaways
The global intellectual property landscape is changing as more countries understand the value of simplified legal frameworks for innovation. A huge milestone has recently been attained in the Caribbean region, the Bahamas joins PCT. On March 6, 2026, the Commonwealth of The Bahamas deposited its instrument of accession to the Patent Cooperation Treaty. This move […]