PatentsGlobal
Industry leaders warned that confidential manufacturing data may be exposed within a decade as quantum decryption capabilities advance.
Manufacturing companies face a growing risk to their intellectual property as quantum computing accelerates the timeline for decrypting sensitive data. Experts caution that current encryption methods may be rendered obsolete within five to ten years, exposing proprietary information such as chemical formulas and robot…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Producer highlights the growing role of intellectual property in shaping franchises, streaming collaborations, and brand value across Indian cinema.
Indian film producer Anand Pandit has underscored the increasing importance of integrating comprehensive intellectual property (IP) strategies into film production. As Indian cinema evolves, titles, characters, and scripts are now seen as enduring commercial assets, fueling sequels, streaming ventures, and brand partn…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
University leaders urge greater IP awareness and protection at campus event themed on youth, sports, and sustainable development
Dhaka University of Engineering and Technology (DUET), Gazipur, marked World Intellectual Property Day 2026 with a campus rally and a discussion session on 6 May. Themed "IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate," the event focused on empowering young talent and fostering sustainable futures through sports and innovation.…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
IPOS selects IPG DXTRA for a one-year retainer to lead communications strategy, media monitoring, and campaign execution, with an option for extension.
The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has appointed IPG DXTRA as its new public relations agency following a competitive tender on GeBIZ. The agency will provide strategic advisory, campaign execution, and media monitoring services under a one-year contract, with the possibility of a further extension.…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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EnforcementSoutheast Asia
Government launches coordinated crackdown on copyright infringement, counterfeit goods, and piracy websites through end of May
Vietnam has initiated a sweeping national campaign to combat intellectual property violations and online piracy, following a directive signed by Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung and ordered by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung. The enforcement effort, running until May 30, mobilizes multiple ministries and agencies to inv…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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TrademarksGlobal
Government aims for 20% rise in enforcement actions amid U.S. pressure and trade tensions
Vietnam has announced a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property violations, seeking a 20% increase in enforcement cases after being named a 'priority foreign country' by the U.S. Trade Representative. The initiative targets copyright, trademark, and counterfeiting offenses across multiple sectors, as the U.S. we…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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EnforcementGlobal
New Memorandum of Understanding formalizes public-private cooperation to strengthen enforcement against counterfeiting and digital piracy
IP House and the UK Intellectual Property Office have entered into a formal partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding, aiming to enhance the fight against intellectual property crime. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration on investigations, information sharing, and enforcement efforts, reflec…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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EnforcementGlobal
Government mandates 20% increase in IP violation detections as US labels Vietnam top offender
Vietnam has initiated a sweeping campaign to intensify enforcement against online piracy and counterfeit goods, following renewed threats from the United States to impose tariffs over intellectual property violations. Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has directed ministries to raise detection rates by at least 20% in May,…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Government launches 16th edition of initiative fostering patentable solutions from high school teams, with major corporations participating
The South Korean government has announced the launch of the 16th Intellectual Property (IP) Meister Program, following a track record where 70% of patent applications from vocational high school students have been granted. The program, which connects students with real-world corporate challenges, has resulted in over…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Government initiatives target IP protection and commercialization as key drivers for sports sector expansion and economic diversification.
Cambodia is intensifying efforts to transform intellectual property from a procedural safeguard into a catalyst for economic growth, particularly within its burgeoning sports sector. With a focus on innovation, branding, and enforcement, policymakers are rolling out new programs to help entrepreneurs and athletes capi…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PatentsIndia
Fifty years of landmark intellectual property decisions have positioned the Delhi High Court as a leader in shaping Indian and global IP law.
Marking its 50th anniversary, the Delhi High Court has established itself as a central forum for intellectual property rights (IPR) litigation and jurisprudence in India. Over the past five decades, the court has delivered a series of landmark rulings that have not only influenced Indian statutes and legal practice bu…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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TrademarksGlobal
Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHO…
Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHOTO: EPA [HO CHI MINH CITY] Hanoi has ordered a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property (IP) violations in May, mandating at least a 20…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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PolicyGlobal
The Prime Minister requested to crack down on websites and organizations operating copyright infringement websites with large traffic on music and illegal television programs.
The Prime Minister requested to crack down on websites and organizations operating copyright infringement websites with large traffic on music and illegal television programs. The Prime Minister has just issued Official Dispatch No. 38/CD-TTg dated May 5, 2026, focusing on directing the drastic implementation of solut…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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