Fight for “Prosecco” – Italians v Australians
By Phylicia Yeoh Geographical Indications (GIs) serve as powerful markers in trade, distinguishing products originating from specific regions renowned for their unique qualities. These indications not only identify a product’s origin but also underscore the intrinsic link between the geographical region and its distinctive characteristics. In Singapore, the case the Consorzio di Tutela della Denominazione […]
[26 June 2023] Elevating Local Products through IP Assets
One Name, Two Brands: How to Protect Monopoly?
[Vietnam Update] Landscape of Industrial Property Registrations in 2021
By Linh Nguyen 2022 is coming to an end, with the year bringing many developments in Vietnam. As Vietnam recovers from a challenging 2021 due to the impact of COVID-19, let’s take a look at how the country’s Intellectual Property (IP) landscape was affected in 2021.
[Business Today] Is there a GI for your Joe?
Is there a GI for your joe?
By Vincent Teh My colleague (for the purpose of this article let’s call her Angelina J.) and I argue about anything, be it the pronunciation of certain Latin words or the level of my charm and general likeability. Most times, the arguments would be settled amiably by Google, and each time I am vindicated I […]
In Defense of Monopoly
By Vincent Teh You are perpetuating the insatiable greed of mega corporations by creating unjust monopoly on precious ideas,” was the accusation thrown at me by a young impressionable man-boy upon hearing what I do for a living during lunch one day. I simply reached over and appropriated his food. “This,” I said, “is the […]
The Swiss Chocolate Saga Continues…
Fancy eating Swiss chocolate? Imagine buying chocolate thinking it is Swiss chocolate because of the look and feel of the packaging, and even a Swiss sounding name that lures you into buying it – only to find out that it is our very own locally-made chocolate! This situation is what Chocosuisse Union Des Fabricants Suisses […]