Advancing IP Administration In Cambodia: Digitalization of The Trademark Registration System
By Phylicia Yeoh Cambodia has taken a bold step into the digital age in its intellectual property (IP) journey. According to the latest announcement released by the Ministry of Commerce of Cambodia, effective 30 September 2025, the Department of Intellectual Property of Cambodia (DIP) has officially launched a paperless trademark registration system, marking a major […]
La Villa Trademark Dispute: When Prior Use Defeats Registration
By Khin Yupar Can a trademark certificate erase a business that was there first? Does registration guarantee exclusivity, or does the marketplace still have the final word? Trademark registration is often perceived as the strongest shield in brand protection. To many businesses, securing a registration signals certainty, exclusivity and legal dominance. Yet the LA VILLA […]