With the evolution and advancement of computer technologies, particularly the rise of smart device applications, graphical user interfaces (GUIs) have become increasingly essential. This growing importance has sparked a demand for increased protection of GUI designs. GUI design refers to…
An insight into the latest ruling regarding non-use of trademarks in Malaysia Imagine you are a brand owner looking to enter the Malaysian market, only to find that your trademark has been registered by someone else! This is exactly what…
When people hear the term “patent agent,” they often imagine someone buried under heaps of paperwork, deciphering endless streams of legal jargon. However, the reality is far more vibrant and dynamic, especially here at Henry Goh, where I have been…
This article was updated in June 2025 to improve accuracy and readability. In today’s competitive business environment, trademarks serve as powerful tools to differentiate products and services, build brand recognition, and protect intellectual property rights. However, registering a trademark in…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is generally defined as the ability of a digital computer or computer-controlled robot to perform tasks commonly associated with intelligent beings.1 Advances in computing power, algorithmic capabilities and the growing availability of data have brought AI innovations…
In today’s world of too much information across a plethora of social media platforms, most businesses need to compete for consumers’ attention and ensure that the goods or services they offer would be the one chosen. When other circumstances or…
Introduction Innovation has always been the driving force behind economic growth and development in any country. In recent years, Malaysia has emerged as a hotbed of technological advancement and creativity, as evidenced by the increasing number of patents granted across…
1. What is the Buzz?With the advent of Industry 4.0, there have been many trending words being thrown around that the ordinary IP or business owner on the Malaysian street might be swept away by the hype without a clear…
Blockchain technology is here to stay and is evolving at a breakneck pace. The reason for this is primarily due to the fundamental features and functions of blockchain itself: A blockchain is a decentralized database used to record transactions across…
Singapore warmly welcomed respected innovation thought leaders, Intellectual Property experts, and practitioners at the highly anticipated in-person gathering of the 145th Annual Meeting organized by the International Trademark Association (INTA) from 16 to 20 May 2023. The event attracted a…