Pernyataan terbaru dari Presiden Trump mengenai kesepakatan perdagangan antara Amerika Serikat dan Republik Indonesia membuka peluang strategis bagi pelaku usaha dan pemilik Merek asal Indonesia. Dalam unggahannya, Trump menyebut bahwa Indonesia akan dikenakan tarif ekspor sebesar 19% untuk semua produk yang masuk ke pasar AS. Angka ini...
Di tengah beragamnya opsi belanja online, kita bisa menemukan banyak promo barang murah, bahkan sangat murah, entah itu dari re-seller atau dari penjual “resmi.” Produknya pun beragam, mulai dari beras, minyak, susu bubuk, beragam makanan ringan, produk kosmetik, hingga barang-barang elektronik. Promonya pun menarik: “Curahan langsung...
Pada 8 Juli 2025, Indonesia telah resmi menandatangani Riyadh Design Law Treaty (RDLT), bergabung dengan negara-negara yang berkomitmen untuk memodernisasi perlindungan Desain Industri secara global. Perjanjian ini pertama kali disepakati pada 22 November 2024, dalam Konferensi Diplomatik WIPO di Riyadh, setelah hampir dua dekade sebelumnya mengalami proses...
In a major step toward deeper international IP collaboration, the Government of Indonesia and the People’s Republic of China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the field of Copyright and related rights. The agreement was formalized during the sidelines of the World...
Do you think designs are just for fashion or gadgets? Think again. When people hear the term “Industrial Design,” they often think of phone cases, handbags, or consumer electronics. But in Indonesia, protection for Industrial Design extends far beyond tech and fashion. From minimalist lounge chairs to...
Filing an Industrial Design in Indonesia may look simple, but even small missteps can lead to rejection—or worse, invalidate your rights after registration. For foreign applicants entering the Indonesian market, understanding what not to do is just as important as knowing the process. Here are the...
When people think about Intellectual Property (IP) in Indonesia, their minds often go straight to Batik—a traditional cultural expression protected under Copyright. But beyond the cultural spotlight lies a vastly underappreciated and highly strategic asset in IP: Industrial Design. Despite its growing importance, Industrial Design protection...
In Indonesia, Trademark rights belong to the party that files first, not necessarily to the party that used the mark first. This system is similar to many jurisdictions that adopt the first-to-file principle, although some countries, such as the United States, recognize first use. This creates...
In Indonesia, the Trademark opposition window is only 2 months, but don’t let that short timeline fool you. For global companies and established brand owners, it’s one of the most powerful tools to block copycats before they ever reach the market. Here’s how it works: ...
Spoiler: It’s real — and surprisingly common. Trademark squatting is not just a scary headline. It frequently occurs in Indonesia, particularly in fast-moving consumer sectors such as beauty, fashion, and F&B. Both local and foreign parties rush to register brands that do not actually belong to...
