Italian luxury sports car manufacturer Ferrari S.p.A., world-renowned for its iconic prancing horse emblem and the immense goodwill attached to its brand, unfortunately failed in its attempt to block a Malaysian energy drink company from registering a twin-horse logo. Our…
From Malaysia to the rest of the world, McDonald’s has long and zealously guarded its famous “Mc-” trademarks, and few countries have seen as many colourful battles as Malaysia. Nearly every foodie or restauranteur here remembers “that McCurry case”. Although…
The 21st General Assembly and 77th-78th Council Meetings of the Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA), 2025 in Kuala Lumpur this November brought together intellectual property professionals from across Asia and beyond. Held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, the conference…
From 17 to 21 May 2025, the vibrant coastal city of San Diego, California played host to the 147th International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting, drawing thousands of intellectual property professionals, brand owners and policymakers from around the world. As…
Understanding the Global Innovation Landscape The Global Innovation Index (GII), published annually by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), serves as the world’s most comprehensive assessment of innovation capabilities across nations. Think of this influential ranking as a kind of…
When applicants need patent protection across multiple countries, they may face a costly and time-consuming challenge that often overwhelms even well-resourced businesses. To understand why this creates such difficulties, consider how each country’s patent office conducts its own independent examination,…
Contemporary intellectual property disputes increasingly demonstrate the limitations of traditional litigation approaches, particularly when commercial relationships underpin legal conflicts. Recent experience from a Singapore patent mediation provides valuable insights into effective strategies for resolving complex IP matters through alternative dispute…
The key to successful intellectual property (IP) protection in Southeast Asia lies in understanding a fundamental reality: Singapore and Malaysia operate as a highly integrated economic system. This integration has accelerated dramatically with the establishment of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic…
Imagine you are attempting to follow a recipe, but the instructions are so unclear that you cannot tell whether you have actually made the dish correctly—or worse, you cannot even make the dish at all. This scenario perfectly captures what…
Singapore has established itself as a premier destination for intellectual property protection in Asia and globally. The nation offers compelling advantages for businesses seeking to protect and monetise their intellectual property rights. Administrative Excellence and Judicial Expertise The Intellectual Property…