Intellectual Property Protection for Digital Assets in the Metaverse
The emergence of persistent, immersive virtual environments has necessitated a rigorous re-evaluation of how intangible assets or Intellectual Property are governed. As commercial activity transitions into decentralized spaces, the framework for Digital Assets IP Protection in the metaverse must evolve to address the unique technical architecture of these platforms. Protecting a brand or a creative work […]
IP Portfolio Strengthening Strategies to Maximize Business Value in 2026
In the current fiscal year of 2026, the valuation of a commercial entity is inextricably linked to the robustness of its intangible assets. Organizations that fail to prioritize IP portfolio Strategies to strengthen and face significant risks, including market share erosion and a diminished ability to attract capital. To maximize business value, a firm must […]
Copyright Protection for AI-Generated Artworks: Legal Perspectives
The rapid proliferation of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has fundamentally challenged traditional legal frameworks surrounding IP protection. As AI systems become capable of producing high-fidelity visual art, the global legal community is grappling with a central question: can a non-human entity be recognized as an author under existing statutes? This article explores the current legal […]
Capacity Building in Intellectual Property for the Sri Lankan Judiciary: IP Benchbook Launch
The adjudication of intellectual property (IP) disputes requires a specialized understanding of both domestic statutes and international treaties. To address this need, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has introduced a comprehensive resource tailored for the local legal landscape. The Sri Lanka IP Benchbook Launch for the Sri Lankan Judiciary represents a significant advancement in […]
Artificial Intelligence as an Inventor: Patent Law Considerations
The transition of machine learning from a passive computational resource to an active participant in research has disrupted the foundational principles of intellectual property. As autonomous systems generate high-value technical solutions, the global legal community is grappling with the definition of authorship. Addressing the concept of Artificial Intelligence as an Inventor is no longer a […]
China and South Korea Strengthen Intellectual Property Cooperation to Enhance Global IP Protection
Shen Changyu, Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), recently hosted a high-level delegation in Beijing headed by KIM Yong Sun, Minister of the Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP) of the Republic of Korea, in a major step to strengthen international legal frameworks for innovation. This China and Korea IP agreement demonstrates both […]
WIPO China Shanghai Service Administers Over 200 Foreign-Related Intellectual Property Cases
The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Shanghai Service achieved an important milestone in its operational history, having handled 220 foreign-related WIPO China IP cases as of December 31, 2025. Since its launch in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone in October 2020, the service has served as a specialized arena for resolving complicated international legal […]
The End of Anonymous Fraud? India’s Bold Move Against Domain Name Frauds and Misuse
The threat of cyber-squatting and illegal Domain Name frauds has become a global crisis in a digital age where a brand’s online identity is its most precious asset. In the case of Colgate Palmolive Company & Anr v., the Delhi High Court recently issued a landmark decision that established a new benchmark for IP protection. […]
How Multinational Corporations (MNCs) Navigate International Patent Law to Protect Global Innovation
In an era when innovation is the main engine of growth, international corporations face a difficult challenge: how to secure their discoveries across several legal landscapes. Unlike physical products that may be secured in a vault, intellectual property is intangible and inherently susceptible as it travels across borders. Understanding International IP laws for Patent filing […]
Thailand Takes the Lead in Southeast Asia by Launching a Revolutionary Upgraded WIPO IP Course for Professionals
Thailand has officially established itself as a regional leader in the fields of innovation and legal education. By becoming the first member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to launch the Thailand WIPO IP Course on Intellectual Property (DL101-TH) in a national language, the country is clearly sending a message to the Global […]