Singapore’s PPH Pilot Initiative – Partial Refund: Faster Patent Grants and Cost Savings
By Aiman Farhan The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has launched the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) partial refund pilot initiative, in effect from 15 September 2025 to 31 December 2027. Under this initiative, applicants whose PPH requests are accepted will be entitled to a 30% refund of the official Search and Examination or Examination-only […]
Fast-Tracking Innovation: The MyIPO–IPOS Patent Prosecution Highway
By Ahmad Haikal Introduction In an era where innovation drives economic growth, streamlining patent processes is crucial for inventors seeking protection across borders. The Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) program between the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) represents a significant step in this direction. By leveraging the […]