Intellectual Property News
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Directive No. 02/CT-TTg: A Decisive Turning Point in Vietnam’s Intellectual Property Protection
HANOI – On January 30, 2026, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh officially issued Directive No. 02/CT-TTg, marking a significant shift in Vietnam’s strategy for enforcing intellectual property (IP) rights. This...
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China takes lead in global growth of IP
China’s quantity and quality of patent and trademark applications both increased in the past year, with intellectual property protection getting stronger, according to a senior IP regulator. Last year, the...
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World’s Largest IP Survey Reveals Increased Awareness and Trust in IP
Global awareness and trust in intellectual property (IP) systems has reached new heights globally, according to WIPO Pulse 2025, the world’s most comprehensive survey of IP perception and awareness. The...
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ARTICLE 1: GLOBAL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY TRENDS IN 2025
(Part 1: Intellectual Property accompanies Artificial Intelligence) Intellectual Property (IP) is no longer a “passive shield” (registering and leaving it be) but has become an “active weapon” (used for competition...
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USPTO Director squires continues strong pro-patent initiatives: Formation of standard-essential patent working group
On December 29, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced the creation of a Standard-Essential Patent (SEP) Working Group. Deputy General Counsel for Intellectual Property Law, Solicitor Nicholas Matich,...
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Intellectual Property Insurance Market Size USD 3.3 bn Projected by 2034
Intellectual Property Insurance Market Size The global Intellectual Property Insurance market generated USD 1.4 billion in 2024 and is expected to expand steadily over the coming years. Revenue is projected...
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ESG investing with carbon credits – what investors need to know
Reducing carbon emissions is one of the most critical issues facing individuals and governments today. This is evident through a focus on ESG investing while governments create a cost through...
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AIPPI 2024: Session discusses trademark customization controversy
In a landmark ruling, the Swiss Supreme Court has resolved a pivotal trademark dispute involving a Swiss customization firm and luxury watchmaker Rolex. This case, discussed in a panel session...
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How to Invest in Carbon Credits, Carbon ETFs, and Carbon Stocks
Right now, the voluntary carbon markets are still in their early stages. Having surpassed $10.8 billion USD in transaction value in 2023, there’s tremendous amounts of room for...
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DIGITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT IN VIETNAM (2025-2026): FROM RECOGNITION TO RIGOROUS ENFORCEMENT
The Vietnamese legal system is undergoing a historic reform regarding the digital asset market. Moving away from a state of “non-recognition,” the 2025-2026 period marks the establishment of a comprehensive...
