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Bluetooth Patent Evolution: From 1989 Origins to 5G Era Innovation

Bluetooth technology dates back to 1989, when engineers at Swedish telecommunications company Ericsson began developing a short-range wireless communication method to replace RS-232 data cables. The name “Bluetooth” was inspired by King Harald “Bluetooth” Gormsson of Denmark, who united the…

Fuss-Free and Simplified Trademark Filings in Malaysia

Trademark registration in some countries is often seen as a slow, complex, and paperwork-intensive process. However, in Malaysia, the landscape has significantly improved. Thanks to the Trademarks Act 2019 (the “Act”), the trademark application process has become more efficient, accessible,…

Syncing Music Copyright with the Beat of IP

The theme for World Intellectual Property Day on 26 April 2025 is “IP and Music: Feel the Beat of IP” and in celebration of such an important aspect of copyright, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) says: From the rhythms…

Understanding Post-Grant Patent Opposition: Key Insights and Strategies

The Patents (Amendment) Act 2022 together with the Patents (Amendment) Regulations 2022 brought a wave of changes to patent practice in Malaysia as it introduced various new provisions such as restoration of right of priority, publication of (direct) patent applications,…

Graphical User Interface (GUI) Designs in Malaysia

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…