From the Habit of Playing Music for Free to Copyright Royalty Obligations: A New Compliance Challenge for Small Business Owners

ASL LAW intellectual property attorneys explaining music copyright royalty obligations under Decree 134/2026 to a small business owner at the Hanoi office

For many years, most café and beverage shop owners in Vietnam have routinely played music through YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, and other online platforms. Some even continue to use old USB drives containing thousands of songs downloaded years ago to create a relaxing atmosphere for customers, rarely questioning whether copyright obligations might arise. The ease…

ASL LAW Continues to Be Recognized in Managing IP’s IP Stars 2026

ASL LAW intellectual property attorneys celebrating the firm's continued recognition in Managing IP's IP Stars 2026 at Hanoi office

According to the latest announcement by Managing IP, the internationally recognized organization specializing in the assessment and ranking of law firms and lawyers in the field of intellectual property services, Managing Partner Pham Duy Khuong and Senior Partner Do Ba Thich of ASL LAW have once again been recognized as Trade mark Stars in IP…

Using AI to Create Music and Songs: Copyright Infringement or Lawful Innovation?

ASL LAW intellectual property and technology attorneys analyzing the legal framework for AI music creation under Vietnam's 2025 IP Law at Hanoi office

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI models, is bringing profound changes to the music industry. Whereas composing a song previously required advanced professional skills and an extensive creative process, AI now enables users to generate a complete song within a very short period of time. AI is no longer limited to…

Vietnam: Is Your Business Ready If It Faces an Intellectual Property Inspection or a Compliance Review by U.S. Partners?

ASL LAW IP attorneys advising Vietnamese businesses on preparing for internal IP inspections or compliance reviews by US partners at Hanoi office

Intellectual property (IP) risks in Vietnam are increasing rapidly. Businesses may face inspections, administrative penalties, damages claims, reputational harm, or concerns raised by foreign partners if they cannot demonstrate the lawful use of copyright in Vietnam, software, trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and other intellectual property assets. These risks have become even more significant as the…

Intellectual Property in Vietnam: What Businesses Cannot Afford to Ignore in 2026

ASL LAW IP attorneys analyzing key 2026 IP updates for businesses at Hanoi office

Vietnam’s rapidly expanding economy and digital transformation are making intellectual property protection more important than ever for both domestic and foreign businesses. In 2026, companies operating in Vietnam face increasing pressure to comply with intellectual property regulations while protecting valuable intangible assets from infringement and unfair competition. Intellectual property compliance Vietnam 2026 business essentials are…

ASL LAW Accompanies the International Intellectual Property Community at INTA 2026

ASL LAW partners and trademark attorneys engaging with the international IP community at INTA 2026 in London

From May 2 to May 6, 2026, the Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA) officially took place in London, United Kingdom, gathering thousands of intellectual property professionals, lawyers, business representatives, and regulatory authorities from more than 140 countries and territories worldwide. The event once again reaffirmed its position as one of the largest…

ASL LAW Continues Expanding Its International Partnership Network at INTA 2026

ASL LAW partners and trademark attorneys networking with international IP professionals at INTA 2026 in London

From May 2 to May 6, 2026, the International Trademark Association’s Annual Meeting – INTA Annual Meeting 2026 officially took place in London, United Kingdom, gathering more than 10,000 experts, lawyers, businesses, regulatory authorities, and organizations operating in the field of intellectual property from over 140 countries and territories worldwide. The event once again reaffirmed…

Outstanding Activities of ASL LAW at INTA 2026

ASL LAW partners and trademark attorneys participating in key sessions and networking events at INTA 2026 in London

The INTA Annual Meeting 2026 continued to be one of the world’s largest and most influential intellectual property forums, gathering thousands of lawyers, intellectual property professionals, businesses, and international organizations from more than 140 countries and territories. Held in London, United Kingdom from May 2 to May 6, 2026, the event served not only as…

Lawyer Pham Duy Khuong: Intellectual Property Must Be Regarded as a Strategic Asset

Lawyer Pham Duy Khuong of ASL LAW speaking at an IP strategy seminar about intellectual property as a strategic asset

(Published in Industry and Trade Newspaper) Enterprises must regard intellectual property as a strategic asset and protect it from an early stage. By doing so, they can avoid disputes, gain greater advantages in international cooperation, and expand into new markets. On May 5, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung signed Official Dispatch No. 38/CĐ-TTg…

Vietnamese Government Intensifies Nationwide Efforts to Prevent and Combat Intellectual Property Infringement in May 2026

ASL LAW IP specialists analyzing Official Telegram 38/CD-TTg and nationwide IP enforcement campaign at Hanoi office

In May 2026, the Government of Vietnam launched a nationwide peak enforcement campaign aimed at strengthening the prevention, detection, and handling of intellectual property infringement. This is regarded as one of the most decisive enforcement actions in recent years concerning intellectual property rights protection and enforcement, clearly reflecting Vietnam’s commitment to building a transparent and…

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