After officially becoming a sponsor for the IBA Annual Conference in Miami, USA in 2022, ASL LAW is honored to maintain its role as the main sponsor for the IBA Annual Conference 2023 in Paris, France. The IBA Annual Conference is a prestigious international legal conference. Established in 1947, shortly after the founding of the…
The significant modifications to the Madrid System will impose new responsibilities on the trademark registration agencies of participating countries. These modifications are anticipated to be effective from November 1, 2023, and November 1, 2024, to enhance transparency and efficiency in the global trademark protection process and establish clearer timeframes in the trademark protection procedure. The…
Intellectual Property (IP) is a valuable asset for both individuals and businesses, whether it includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets. IP represents the result of innovative and creative processes, deserving of protection. Unfortunately, IP infringement is not uncommon. When someone violates IP rights, businesses need to take steps to protect their creativity and interests….
In today’s technological age, intellectual property (IP) has become a valuable asset not only for creative individuals but also for businesses and nations. To maximize the value of patents, technologies, and artistic works, entities often choose to protect their intellectual property rights through patent registration, copyright registration, or trademark registration. However, in practice, comprehensive protection…
The revised Intellectual Property Law of Vietnam has taken effect from January 1, 2023. It includes provisions on plant varieties – one of the types of intellectual property in Vietnam. In the following article, ASL LAW will discuss notable changes in plant variety regulations in the revised Intellectual Property Law. Amend and supplement regulations on…
In 2023, Vietnam has witnessed a significant step forward in the protection and promotion of copyright through the implementation of new regulations. These changes have been made to adapt to the rapid development of the digital economy and creative industries, providing new opportunities for creators and establishing an optimal legal environment to safeguard their works…
The Intellectual Property Law of Vietnam is an important legal framework that governs intellectual property rights in areas such as copyright, trademarks, and many other aspects related to creativity and innovation. In 2022, the Vietnam Intellectual Property Law underwent a series of notable amendments to adapt to the rapid development of technology and international integration,…
What is copyright? What are the deceptive behaviors in the copyright registration process? What is Copyright? Copyright is the right of organizations or individuals over works they create or own, as defined by the Intellectual Property Law of 2005 (amended and supplemented in 2009, 2019). Copyright arises from the moment a work is created in…
On August 23, 2023, the Government issued Decree No. 65/2023/ND-CP detailing a number of articles and measures to implement the Intellectual Property Law on industrial property, protecting intellectual property rights, rights to plant varieties, and State management of intellectual property. Accordingly, Decree 65/2023 details and measures to implement the provisions of the Intellectual Property Law…
New Myanmar trademark law coming into effect on April 1, 2023, has been highly anticipated, despite the political and economic challenges in the country. Following the implementation of the aforementioned legislation, global corporations and brand owners expressed that they were pleased with having the chance to have access to thorough protection of their trademark rights…