Fan Art, Derivative Works, and Haikyu!!
By Pinravee Maranetra The world of fan art and derivative works is a vibrant and integral part of modern fandoms, particularly in the anime community. For a popular series like “Haikyu!!”, these creations play a significant role in fan engagement and community building. However, they also sit at a complex intersection of intellectual property law […]
New Trademark Rule for Importers in Indonesia for 2024
By Carola Monintja The Indonesian Government is serious about IP protection in the Republic. Promulgated on March 10, 2024, through the Revision of Regulation of the Ministry of Industry No. 5 of the Year 2024, the Indonesian Government now mandates a trademark registration certificate for all importers when they submit an import permit, particularly the […]
Altunis Trading v Hotel Cipriani: Trademark Dispute in Singapore
When the holiday season arrives, it prompts the need for travel plans and relaxation. Accommodation is a vital aspect of holiday travel, and the focus is often concentrated on finding aesthetically pleasing and memorable hotels.
Spanish Beer Giants Clash over Trademark
By Trademark Team Oppositions are not peculiar proceedings in a trademark application process, as seen in the clash between two Spanish beer giants in Singapore. In this battle of stars, the opposition is between Hijos de Rivera, S.A. (the “Applicant”) and Sociedad Anonima Damm (the “Opponent”).
Protecting Culinary Innovations with IP Rights
By Rachapat Sumjinda Food entrepreneurs contribute to the diversity of food products in the market. By exploring the critical role of Intellectual Property (IP) rights in safeguarding and promoting innovation within the food industry, from the inception of culinary ideas to their presentation at the dinner table, various forms of IP protections are available to […]
[AsiaWide Franchise] The Importance of Distinctiveness in Trademarks
Battle of the Brands: BEABA v Biba (Zhejiang) Nursing Products
By Sajjaratul Yaqeen As a business owner, you may encounter copycats who create a trademark that bears a striking resemblance to your own registered trademark. When faced with such situations, what do you do? What action can you take?
What is the code of your consciousness?: Exploring the Language of Your Thoughts
By Jasmine Lim You won’t usually think about this, but we think in a language. For most, that language is most likely their mother tongue. For others, it is the language that they grew up with (that’s why non-English people can be native English speakers).
Malaysia Cracks Down on Unregistered Medical Devices and Counterfeit Shoes
RM300,000 (USD65,000) worth of unregistered medical devices were seized by the Medical Device Authority of Malaysia recently. Among the unregistered medical devices were face masks, pregnancy test kits, first aid kits, blood lancets and gauze. The medical devices had not been registered under the Medical Devices Act 2012. The Ministry of Health is to take […]
You Snooze, You Lose: Oatly AB v Pahang Pharmacy
Use It or Lose It: Oatly AB v Pahang Pharmacy Sdn Bhd: A Lesson on Trademark Non-Use By Kavinarasi Thavanendran Budding business owners know that registering their trademark is an essential move in order to protect their brand. But they shouldn’t get complacent, because nothing is permanent! In the case of Oatly AB v Pahang […]