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...
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...
The Indonesian IP Office (DGIP) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the protection and development of Intellectual Property (IP) in Indonesia. 2025 has been declared the Year of Copyright and Industrial Design, marking a new strategic initiative to strengthen Indonesia’s IP ecosystem. This policy not only aims...
Indonesian laws regulate the granting of Exclusive Rights over Trademarks, Industrial Designs, or Copyrights, where only the owner and/or creator have the right to derive economic benefits from the Intellectual Property (IP). Therefore, it can be concluded that any restaurant, venue, or theme park wishing to utilize...
The Indonesian government recently banned the distribution of the iPhone 16 due to its failure to meet the required Domestic Component Level (TKDN) threshold of 35%. This policy serves as a stern reminder to all local and international manufacturers of the importance of contributing to the development...
One of the primary requirements for obtaining a Certificate of Indonesian National Standard (SNI) is the ownership of a valid and registered Trademark with the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), whether by a domestic industrial company or a foreign producer. Products intended to be marketed in...
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has announced fee adjustments for Trademark filing and renewal, which will take effect on January 18, 2025. These changes include increases in fees for various Trademark-related services, ranging from USD 50 to 150. If you own a registered...
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) recently released the World Intellectual Property Indicators 2024 (WIPI) report, highlighting the growth performance of Intellectual Property (IP) in 2023. This report provides a comprehensive overview of global trends in IP, covering Patents, Trademarks, Geographical Indications, Industrial Designs, and Plant Variety...
Awareness of the importance of Trademark protection in Indonesia has steadily increased. Data from the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) shows a significant rise in Trademark registration applications, with more than 120,000 applications submitted in 2023, marking an increase compared to previous years. This demonstrates that...
According to the Indonesian Dictionary (KBBI), hitchhiking is participating (eating, riding in a vehicle, etc.) without paying. This word is used in colloquial language and is often associated with someone taking advantage of an opportunity without any contribution or cost. Freeriding Trademarks are also often carried...
