“Every person who unlawfully and/or without permission of the Author or Copyright holder distributes Works or their copies for Commercial Use shall be sentenced to imprisonment for up to 4 years and/or fine up to Rp 1,000,000,000.00!” As connoisseurs of the entertainment industry, whether in music,...
The Directorate General of Intellectual Property of the Republic of Indonesia under the Ministry of Law and Human Rights of the Republic of Indonesia (from now on referred to as “DGIP”) has established various procedures under which the examination of a Patent application may be accelerated. Under...
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...
We are excited to announce that AFFA Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) has contributed to Lexology, showcasing our commitment to excellence and knowledge sharing. Check out our latest article, “Patent Protection Guide in Indonesia – Getting the Deal Through.” Lexology is a premier legal news and analysis...
Oppenheimer, a Christopher Nolan film, has been screened in Indonesia since July 19, 2023. IP practitioners, especially patent observers, must take advantage of this film. Apart from being studded with stars, starting from Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, and Kenneth Branagh to Robert Downey Jr., this...
Scientists at Purdue University, Indiana, United States have developed a new white paint that could revolutionize the cooling industry. The paint, which is made from a combination of titanium dioxide, barium sulfate, and silica, can reflect sunlight more effectively than any other white paint on the market....
IP rights are increasingly important in the sports industry, as they protect brands, logos, and other intellectual property assets, while the global sports industry is worth an estimated $624 billion. To ensure that IP is used responsibly and sustainably and that it benefits all stakeholders in the...
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...
The toy industry is one of the most promising businesses for IP businesses. Of the total circulation of money, which has reached USD 107.4 billion in 2022 alone, more than 80% is Intellectual Property (IP) based toys. The best sellers were toys from IP Barbie, Disney Princess,...
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the exchange of ideas, innovation, and creativity has become an essential engine of global economic growth. Intellectual Property Rights serve as the cornerstone of this new economy, safeguarding the interests of inventors and fostering an environment conducive to creative endeavor. ...
