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...
The Government of the Republic of Indonesia has issued the latest update on the Non-Tax State Revenue for the Ministry of Law and Human Rights under the Government Regulation No. 45 Year 2024. The adjustments cover IP services pertaining Trademark, Geographical Indication Patent, Industrial Design, and Copyright....
Intellectual Property (IP) Crime negatively impacts the economy and consumer safety and has become structurally more complex, posing a worldwide threat to economic and social security. According to the recently released report “Uncovering the Ecosystem of Intellectual Property Crime,” published this October by the European Union...
The Global Innovation Index (GII) is an annual report published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), in collaboration with Cornell University, USA, and the Institut Européen d’Administration des Affaires (INSEAD), France. This index ranks countries based on innovation capacity and performance, using more than 80 indicators...
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...
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 890 million people worldwide suffer from obesity, driving high demand for weight-loss medications. One of the most popular drugs is Ozempic, produced by Novo Nordisk (NOVOb.CO), which generated nearly $19 billion in net sales last year. Ozempic’s active...
Counterfeiting is a pervasive issue that threatens the integrity of Intellectual Property (IP) across various industries. From luxury goods to pharmaceuticals, counterfeit products not only harm brand reputation but can also endanger consumers. In this article, we will explore the most effective anti-counterfeiting methods available and guide...
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