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MOIP Launches "Everyone’s Idea" to Fuel "True Growth" through Public Innovation
A nationwide project in full launch to transform public ideas into policy and ventures- - Grand prize winner awarded up to KRW 100 million; top 10,000 winners awarded KRW 30,000; and follow-on support provided for policy and commercialization -
MOIP Strengthens Cooperation with China to Protect K-Brands!
MOIP signs an MOU with the CNIPA on the occasion of the ROK-China Presidential Summit
Why New Zealand and Australian Firms Are Quietly Strong at International IP – And Why Ours Leads the Pack
When people think about international intellectual property work, they often look to the biggest economies – the US, Europe, China. But firms like ours, operating across both New Zealand and Australia, work in a very different environment. That difference gives us a unique edge when it comes to helping exporters protect their ideas on the global stage.
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE DESIGNS ACT, 2000
The WIPO World Intellectual Property Indicators 2025 record a 43.2% year-on-year increase in Indian design filings in 2024 - the highest growth rate among the top 20 design offices globally.
North Sudan’s IP Department Moves Back to Khartoum, Services Set to Resume Soon
After several years of uncertainty in service availability, the Ministry of Justice of North Sudan confirmed in early January 2026 that the relocation of the Intellectual Property Department from its temporary location in Port Sudan to its original headquarters in Khartoum is now largely complete.
Trademark-related update: New language law to enter into force in Russia from March 1, 2026
Starting from March 1, 2026, a new Federal Law regulating the use of language in public signage will enter into force in the Russian Federation.
SIERRA LEONE - Sierra Leone Trade Marks Regulations, 2024 now in force
The Trade Marks Regulations, 2024 have officially come into force in Sierra Leone following its publication as Statutory Instrument No. 19 of 2024.
New Balance Trademark Infringement and Unfair Competition Case: A Model and Inspiration for Intellectual Property Protection
In today’s highly competitive market environment, the protection of intellectual property rights has become increasingly important. Recently, the Jiangsu High People’s Court issued a final judgment in a dispute concerning infringement of the “New Balance” trademark and unfair competition. The ruling not only safeguarded the legitimate rights of the trademark owner but also provided a model and valuable insights for IP protection. This article offers a professional analysis from the perspective of intellectual property law.
Understanding Alterations and Non-Standard Use of Registered Trademarks
In commercial activities, companies frequently engage in promotions and product launches that require the display of their trademarks. However, a common dilemma arises when design teams wish to modify a trademark for aesthetic or other reasons. The core question is: Can a registered trademark be altered during actual use without incurring legal risks? This article will provide an overview and guideline for this issue.
HEYTEA vs XICHA: Legal Boundaries and Lessons in Cross-Regional Trademark Infringement
In an era defined by globalization and the rapid expansion of cross-border e-commerce, safeguarding trademarks—companies’ most valuable brand assets—has become increasingly critical.
The Rise of Three Dimensional Trademark: A Guide to 3D Trademarks under China Law
The world of branding is no longer confined to two dimensions. While words, logos, and their combinations have long served as the cornerstone of trademark protection, the competitive marketplace has driven brand owners to seek more distinctive and immersive ways to capture consumer attention.
Strategies and Legal Pathways for Addressing Trademarks Registered for Over Five Years
In the dynamic landscape of business and intellectual property, enterprises often encounter trademarks that have been registered for more than five years but may pose obstacles to their own branding or market expansion. The Chinese Trademark Law provides structured and actionable measures to address such situations. Depending on the specific circumstances, companies may pursue either a Non-Use Cancellation or an Invalidation Action. This article provides a detailed guide to these options, with particular emphasis on invalidation action based on both well-known trademark
Importance of Updating Trademark Name and Address When Your Company Details Change
We often see the situation that the company neglects to update the name and address before the National Intellectual Property Administration, PRC (“CNIPA”) for their trademarks when the company details change. This is not just a simple administrative formality, but a critical legal obligation that protects your business's valuable assets. This article will provide an overview and guideline for this issue.
From Plane to Space: When Trademarks "Stand Up"
"A trademark is the banner of a business war and the pioneer in market expansion." This famous saying in the business world has now been given a richer and more three-dimensional meaning. Imagine if the Rolls-Royce "Spirit of Ecstasy" were no longer just a flat emblem, but an elegant statue standing on the car's hood; or if Coca-Cola's classic contour bottle not only appeared in advertisements but its unique bottle design became a brand symbol that consumers can directly touch. As trademarks "stand up" from two-dimensional surfaces into three-dimensional space, a silent revolution concerning brand expression, legal protection, and business strategy is quietly taking place.
The Ultimate Guide to Hong Kong Trademark Renewal: Effortlessly Extending Your Brand’s Success
In today’s increasingly globalized world, a brand is not only the face of a business but also the core of its market competitiveness. For companies registered in Hong Kong, trademarks serve as vital assets that require effective management and timely renewal to ensure sustained protection. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the Hong Kong trademark renewal process, helping you streamline your brand’s journey to long-term success.
In depth interpretation of the core provisions of the fifth revision of the Trademark Law: opportunities, challenges, and response strategies for rights holders
In December 2025, the 19th meeting of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress reviewed the "Revised Draft of the Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China" (hereinafter referred to as the "Revised Draft"). This revision focuses on prominent issues in the trademark field such as "frequent malicious registrations, lack of prominent annotations, and high costs of rights protection", and optimizes and improves the rules for the entire chain of trademark registration, use, and protection.
First Metaverse Virtual Reality Trademark Case: A Professional Intellectual Property Analysis
On 21 July 2025, the Hangzhou Intermediate People’s Court issued a second‑instance judgment in the “George Patton” trademark infringement and unfair competition case. The court overturned the first‑instance decision, confirmed that the challenged acts constituted trademark infringement and unfair competition, and awarded damages of CNY 1 million.
Guide to Trademark Renewal in Iceland
Iceland is an important economic hub in the Nordic region. For companies looking to protect brands in the Nordic market, understanding Iceland’s trademark renewal framework is crucial. This guide summarizes the key rules under Iceland’s Trade Mark Act and current practice. It draws on information from Icelandic law firms and the Icelandic Intellectual Property Office (ISIPO) so that businesses know exactly when to renew, what fees apply and how to avoid losing rights.
The “Zhenhu Price” Case of JD Auto Service: A Landmark Judicial Practice in Anti-Unfair Competition and Its Industry Implications
In September 2023, JD Auto Service launched a marketing campaign centered around the slogan “Zhenhu Price”, claiming to offer prices “5% lower than competitors,” promoted across WeChat, Douyin, its app, and other channels. Shanghai Lantu Information Technology Co., Ltd. (parent company of Tuhu Auto Service) argued that the campaign amounted to commercial disparagement and false advertising.
The Secret Life of Patents
Each year, a very small number of patent applications are classified as secret and vanish into the patent system without trace, re-emerging perhaps only years later, if at all. What does that mean in practice? How can the idea of such secret patents be reconciled with the rationale for having patents? And can there continue to be a place for secret patents given the ways of modern innovation?
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Principle of trademark protection:Principle of trademark protection;
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Classification system of goods and services:Nice Classification; multi-class application is available;
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Requirements for trademark use:The applicant shall provide evidence showing use of the trademark on the designated goods/services. Evidence of use for goods includes but not limited to: product photos printed with trademarks, product packaging, product labels, exhibition pictures, brochures, sales contracts and other purchase documents and information; but advertisements or media reports cannot be used as evidence of effective use. Evidence for services includes but not limited to: the brochures printed with trademarks, web page introductions, contracts for provision of services and other documents.
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An application for trademark registration shall be filed before the U.S. Intellectual Property Office (USTPO), and there must be a basis for filing application in the United States. There are mainly three types:(1)"Intended Use": This basis applies to cases where the trademark has not been used in the United States at the time of filing the application for registration. Based on "intention to use" to file an application for trademark registration, the application can be submitted directly without providing evidence of trademark use. However, when the official passes the trademark examination, an official notice will be issued requesting the applicant to submit evidence of use and the time of first use in the world and the United States in order to obtain a trademark registration certificate. If the trademark has not been used before it is approved for registration, the applicant may postpone the submission of the statement of use for a period of 6 months at a time, for a total of 5 times. If the use evidence cannot be provided in the end, the trademark will be invalid.
(2)"Actual Use": This basis is applicable to the case where the trademark was already used in the United States when the application for registration was submitted. When filing an application for trademark registration on the basis of "already used", evidence of the use of the trademark in the United States and the earliest date of use shall be provided.
(3)"Registration in Other Countries": This basis is used when an application for registration of the same trademark has been submitted in the origin country and the applicant cannot provide mark use evidence in the United States for a short period of time. Application information (including designated goods/services) in the US application should be consistent with those in the application of origin country, and a copy of registration certificate in the origin country should be provided.
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