Blindboxes, Resellers, and IP: When Does Selling Cross the Line? - AFFA IPR

Blindboxes, Resellers, and IP: When Does Selling Cross the Line?

Action figure communities in Indonesia have recently been shaken by a wave of takedowns on popular products across e-commerce platforms. Not only unofficial sellers like casual collectors were affected, but even official resellers who had followed the “white list” registration procedures were hit. The trigger? An official notice from the Trademark Holder (a licensed distributor…

Trademark Registration Procedure in Bali - AFFA IPR

Trademark Registration Procedure in Bali

Registering a Trademark in Bali, Indonesia, is an essential step for any foreign business looking to enter or expand within the island’s vibrant market. As one of Southeast Asia’s most renowned tourism destinations and a hub for creative industries, Bali offers significant commercial opportunities, particularly in sectors like hospitality, food and beverage, fashion, and handicrafts.…

From Fake to Facts: Taking Action Against Trademark Infringement in Indonesia - AFFA IPR

From Fake to Facts: Taking Action Against Trademark Infringement in Indonesia

Have you ever found products imitating your Trademark being sold on the market without your permission? Or even worse—your Trademark suddenly being registered by someone else? Unfortunately, such incidents still frequently occur in Indonesia. Our country has once again been placed on the “Watch List” in the 2025 Special 301 Report released by the United…

Why Filing First is Not Enough — The Rise of Bad Faith Trademark Applications in Indonesia

Indonesia’s Trademark landscape has become increasingly challenging for legitimate brand owners in recent years. Filing your Trademark first is no longer a guaranteed safeguard against opportunists. A concerning trend has emerged: the surge of bad faith Trademark applications, commonly called Trademark squatting.   At AFFA Intellectual Property Rights, we have witnessed — and successfully countered…

Calendar Days vs Working Days: Understanding Trademark Refusal Deadlines in Indonesia - AFFA IPR

Calendar Days vs Working Days: Understanding Trademark Refusal Deadlines in Indonesia

Under Article 1 Point 22 of the Indonesian Trademark Law, the term “days” mentioned in this law refers to working days, not calendar days. However, this information can sometimes become unclear when conveyed as brief notices to IP owners or their representatives abroad. This misunderstanding often leads to incorrect expectations about the speed of application…

AFFA Represents APRIL International Enterprise Pte. Ltd. to Win a Trademark Non-Use Cancellation Action in Indonesia - AFFA IPR

AFFA Represents APRIL International Enterprise Pte. Ltd. to Win a Trademark Non-Use Cancellation Action in Indonesia

In today’s increasingly competitive business environment, Trademark protection is a key factor in maintaining a company’s identity and competitive advantage. However, Trademark registration often faces obstacles due to the existence of previously registered Trademarks that, in reality, are not being used. This was the case with PRINT ONE, where AFFA successfully represented APRIL International Enterprise…