Three KASS Leaders Named IAM Global Leaders 2026: A Milestone for Malaysian IP Excellence
Kuala Lumpur, 24 November 2025 — KASS International proudly celebrates a remarkable achievement as three of its leaders P. Kandiah, Geetha Kandiah, and Alvin Boey have been named IAM Global Leaders 2026, placing them among the most distinguished intellectual property practitioners worldwide. Out of the 22 Malaysian professionals recognised on this global platform, the presence […]
Rising Tides : Why Indonesia Is Emerging As The Next Big Patent Filing Hub
By Alvin Boey The 2024-25 Surge and Why 2026 Could Be Even Bigger Over the past two years, Indonesia’s intellectual property landscape has shown remarkable momentum. According to both Direktorat Jenderal Kekayaan Intelektual (DGIP) and global IP sources, patent filings in Indonesia are not only increasing, they are accelerating. A major driver of this trend […]
Patent Oppositions and More Coming Into Effect 31 December 2025
by Joel Cheong On 10 October 2025, the Registrar of Patents issued Notice No. 1/2025, informing that several provisions in the Patents (Amendment) Act 2022 will come into force on 31 December 2025. In addition to the foregoing, the following subsidiary legislations will also come into force on the same date: Key Takeaways Post-Grant Patent […]
Timor-Leste: A New Dawn for Patents and IP in ASEAN’s Youngest Member
By Alvin Boey I have not yet visited Timor-Leste but as someone who has worked with innovators and businesses across ASEAN for close to two decades, I have followed with great interest how this young and spirited nation is preparing to take its place in the regional innovation ecosystem. And now, with Timor-Leste officially accepted […]
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 […]
Indonesia’s Patent Law Update: Mandatory Submission of Working Statements
By Carola Monintja In line with Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its intellectual property framework, the Law No. 65 of 2024 (Third Amendment to the Patent Law) introduces a clear requirement for all patent holders to submit an annual Statement of Working for every granted Indonesian patent. At its core, the Statement of Working is […]
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 […]
Carola Monintja Earns Silver Band in IAM Patent 1000 2025 Recognition
Jakarta, 11 June 2025 – Carola (Carla) Monintja, Country Manager for Indonesia at KASS International, has been honoured with a Silver Band in the IAM Patent 1000: The World’s Leading Patent Professionals 2025 rankings, marking her as one of Indonesia’s top IP leaders. Key Takeaways Industry Recognition – Carola Monintja, Country Manager of KASS Indonesia, earned a Silver […]
Alvin Boey Highlighted in IAM Patent 1000 2025 with Gold Band Distinction
Kuala Lumpur, 11 June 2025 – Alvin Boey, Business Manager at KASS International, has once again been honoured in the Gold Band by IAM Patent 1000, recognizing his elite contributions in patent prosecution. Key Takeaways Top-Tier Recognition – Alvin Boey, Business Manager at KASS International, has achieved his fifth consecutive Gold Band in IAM Patent 1000 […]
Geetha Kandiah Spotlighted in IAM Patent 1000 2025 with Gold Band Recognition
Kuala Lumpur, 11 June 2025 – In the latest IAM Patent 1000 rankings for year 2025 edition, Geetha Kandiah, CEO of KASS International, was honoured in the prestigious Gold Band for Malaysia, recognising her exceptional leadership and deep expertise in patent strategy and valuation. Key Takeaways Top Patent Leader in Malaysia – Geetha Kandiah, CEO of […]