Trademark Opposition: Daimler AG v Vivo Case
By Lauren Bennardo Knowing when to raise an opposition or if your trademark is considered similar to another mark can be a difficult task. Owners are encouraged to assess the total impression of the mark, particularly from a consumer perspective. This was demonstrated in the recent case of Daimler AG v Vivo Mobile Communication Co […]
Use It Or Lose It: Can You Lose Your Registered Trademark Rights From Non-Use?
By Lauren Bennardo Choi Sun Mi v Comfort Lab Inc [2022] SGIPOS 2 It is often assumed that once your trademark is registered, your rights are indisputable. However, this is not entirely correct. Did you know that you can lose the registration of your registered trademark if it is not used? Failure to properly use […]
More updates from IPOS: Extension of the IP Fast Track Program
By Shanthen Jegatheesan The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has announced an extension of the SG IP FAST Track Programme (“SG IP FAST”). What’s that you ask? Check out our previous article on it here: https://kass.com.my/articles/singapore-levels-up-its-ip-fast-track-programme/ This highly advantageous program will be extended for two years from 30 April 2022 to 30 April 2024! Key […]
[Singapore Update] New IP Filing System, Amendments of IP Legislation and New Official Fees: From the Trademark Perspective
By Amir Murshidi As highlighted in previous updates, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) issued a circular on 11 March 2022 with regard to a new IP filing system, amendments of legislation and changes in official fees. We’ve looked at what this holds for patent procedures in Singapore – now let’s take this in […]
[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 […]
ASEAN and Australia: A Strategic Partnership
By Elana Szabo In 1969, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand signed the ASEAN Declaration and established the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Today, ASEAN has a total of 10 member countries, including Myanmar, Brunei, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, in addition to the aforementioned countries. It has a combined GDP of USD3.0 trillion and makes […]
The Battle Of “MI”
By Kaarthic Balakrishnan When it comes to business owners protecting their brand or business name, it is definitely not cool when they come across a brand that is identical or substantially similar to their brand.
Protecting Prosecco: A Cause for Cheers for Italian Winemakers
By Georgina Scott Prosecco, a white wine traditionally hailing from northern Italy, was recently the subject of a Geographical Indication (GI) dispute in Singapore. An application was made to register Prosecco as a GI on 3 May 2019 in Singapore by Consorzio di Tutela della Denominazione di Origine Controllata Prosecco (Applicant). The Applicant is a […]
[MGCC Perspectives] KASS Takes Over ASEAN!
Singapore Levels Up Its IP Fast Track Programme
By Amir Murshidi The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) stepped up in the IP world when it introduced the SG Patent Fast Track programme on 4 May 2020. Under the programme, patent applications in all technology fields can be granted in as fast as 6 months, provided that the applications are first filed in […]