In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial innovation, protecting Intellectual Property Rights is paramount to fostering creativity and encouraging economic growth. Among the various forms of Intellectual Property, Industrial Design plays a crucial role in safeguarding the aesthetic and visual aspects of products. In Indonesia, as in many countries, Industrial Design novelty requirements serve as a…
When we think of basketball, the first things that come to mind are slam dunks, crossovers, and buzzer-beating shots. But did you know that the world of basketball also involves its fair share of Intellectual Property? From iconic logos to innovative technologies, the game has its own unique IP game. Let’s take a jump shot…
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) launched the ASEAN Intellectual Property (IP) Register on August 20, 2023, in Semarang, Indonesia. The IP Register is a one-stop technology developed by the ASEAN Intellectual Property Office to facilitate the exchange of data on Patents, Trademarks, Industrial Designs, and others…
Franchising and Licensing are two popular business models that allow businesses to expand their reach and grow their profits without investing heavily in new infrastructure or resources. However, there are some critical differences between the two models, both in terms of how they work and how they are regulated by Indonesian law. In a…
Article 65 of the Indonesian Copyright Law crafts a vibrant patchwork in the legal tapestry of intellectual property rights. It explicitly prohibits the registration of a work of art, specifically a painting, as a copyright when it is used as a logo or distinguishing mark for a trade of goods or services or represents a…
According to the Priority Watch List (PWL) 2023 report, the United States Trade Representative (USTR) still places Indonesia, Argentina, Chile, India, Russia, China, and Venezuela on an investment blocklist because it is prone to piracy practices. In particular, the Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy 2022 report, also released by USTR, listed various Indonesian sites…
Upcycling is the process of transforming waste materials into new products of higher quality or value. This trend has been growing in popularity in recent years, and it is now estimated that resale could account for 20% of a luxury company’s revenue by 2030. According to Vogue magazine, upcycling was the biggest fashion trend…
In accordance with the Law No. 20 Year 2016 on Trademark and Geographical Indications (the Trademark Law), a Trademark owner may renew its registered Trademark within 6 months before the due date – which is calculated from 10 years from the date of application. Before the enactment of the current Trademark Law, a registered Trademark…
In Indonesia, it is a legal obligation to record all intellectual property (IP) license agreements under laws relating to trademarks, patents, designs, and copyrights to ensure they are legally enforceable and binding to all relevant third parties. By law, any IP license agreements that are not recorded will not have any legal effect against all…
Fonts are Intellectual Property that can be sold outright or licensed. You can sell them directly from your own website or through a font foundry. The amount of income you make depends on the popularity of your fonts, the licensing terms you offer, and the sales channels you use. But before considering selling the fonts…