Trademark Registration Malaysia 2026: Benefits for Startups & SMEs For startups and SMEs in Malaysia’s vibrant economy of 2026, building a strong brand is crucial for standing out in crowded markets like e-commerce, F&B, and tech services across Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Penang. Trademark registration provides legal ownership of your brand elements, preventing competitors…
Secure Your Brand: Trademark Registration Malaysia 2026 In Malaysia’s dynamic business environment of 2026, where startups in Kuala Lumpur’s tech hubs compete with established manufacturers in Johor Bahru and retail brands in Penang, your trademark is often the most recognizable part of your identity. It includes your logo, name, slogan, or even unique packaging that…
Trademark Registration in the Philippines: A Quick Overview Trademark registration in the Philippines is currently managed by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL). If you are exploring business opportunities in the region, it is essential to protect your brand in the country. Filing a trademark in the Philippines ensures that your brand stands…
Trademark Registration in the Malaysia: A Quick Overview In Malaysia, trademarks are governed by the Trademarks Act 2019 and managed by the Malaysian Intellectual Property Corporation (MyIPO). However, trademark registration is only one part of compliance. Businesses must also navigate local council regulations and language requirements set by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP). Understanding these…
The Importance of Filing Trademarks In today’s competitive marketplace, protecting your brand is more relevant than ever. Filing a trademark not only secures your business identity but also offers numerous strategic benefits that directly impact revenue, market position, and long-term viability. A registered trademark safeguards your brand against unauthorized use, preventing others from profiting off…
The Madrid Protocol and What Is It? The Madrid System is a controlled system by the International Bureau of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) for creating a portal for international registration of marks in multiple jurisdictions, established through the Madrid Agreement in 1989. The system aims to provide a tool allowing applicants to register…
THAILAND: TRADEMARK DISCLAIMER A trademark disclaimer is a declaration stating that the applicant does not have exclusivity in using specific word of a trademark by itself. Under section 17 of the Trade Mark Act 1999, it was stated that if the Registrar considered a trademark which as a whole is registrable under Section 6 but…
HOW DOES SINGAPORE SET OUT CRITERIA OF IDENTIFYING THE SIMILARITY BETWEEN MARKS? In the recent case of Apptitude Pte Ltd v. MGG Software Pte Ltd, the court relied on the main precedent of the case Staywell Hospitality Group v Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, where the court held that besides the likelihood of causing confusion…
WHAT IS “FIRST-TO-FILE” POLICY AND HOW DOES IT APPLY TO PHILIPPINES? First to file policy practically means “first come first serve” basis. This means the first party to file their applications would most likely be given the rights to trademark. Therefore, it is really important to file your mark as soon as possible, whether it…
Singapore: Daimler AG v. Vivo Mobile Communication Co., Ltd. In early 2022, the German multinational automotive giant, Daimler Ag filed a third-party opposition against Vivo Mobile Communication Co Ltd’s trademark application for the mark “VIVO” on the grounds of similarity. Daimler Ag alleged that the mark “VIVO” was similar one of the trademarks “VITO” owned…