Does “Publish First, Patent Later” Always Ruin Your Chances Of Obtaining A Patent?
By Saowanee Leewijitsin We are always told that new inventions or designs need to be kept confidential prior to applying for patent protection. This is because, to be granted a valid patent, “novelty” is the most necessary requirement for all kinds of patents (i.e., invention patent, product design patent and petty patent). Disclosure in any […]
Standout Tech Startups: When Creativity Leads The Way
By Linh Nguyen The shopping habits of consumers have shifted significantly from offline to online in recent years due to the explosion of the COVID-19 pandemic worldwide. Quick to catch on to the changing consumer landscape, F99, a Vietnamese tech startup has achieved brilliant success benefitting not only the enterprise itself but also the fruit […]
[Singapore Update] What’s Up in IPOS? Fee Changes and Amendments are on the Patent Menu
By Shanthen Jegatheesan The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) introduced some interesting developments recently – here are some updates! Key Takeaways Launch of IPOS Digital Hub – On 4 May 2022, IPOS launched the new IPOS Digital Hub, replacing IP2SG, alongside legislative amendments and fee changes to improve filing processes and user experience. New […]