By Khin Yupar Lin
On 10 March 2023, the State Administration Council of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar issued Notification (82/2023) to declare that the new Trademark Law (2019) will come into effect on 1 April 2023.
IP in Franchising: Staying on Top in the Vietnam Franchise Race
By Ngan Pham
Hundreds of domestic and foreign franchises have penetrated the Vietnam market, especially in the food & beverage, retail, and education industries, with famous brands such as KFC, Trung Nguyen Coffee, Highlands Coffee, Family Mart and Circle K establishing a strong presence. A favourable business model post-pandemic, franchising is flourishing these days.
Accession to Budapest Treaty: A Game-Changer for IP Protection in Indonesia
By Hapsari Dwi Astuti and Carola Monintja
The Indonesian Government recently made a historical decision to join the Budapest Treaty on the International Recognition of the Deposit of Microorganisms for the Purposes of Patent Procedure on 13 July 2022, after more than 40 years since the establishment of the Treaty.
Enter The Metaverse
By Shanthen Jegatheesan
Ever watched the movie Ready Player One and wonder to yourself if someday that would become a reality?
Well guys, that someday is much closer than you think. In fact, it’s already here! Today, there are many constantly evolving metaverse platforms that you, the player, can jump into.
Copyright Infringement In Movie-Review Videos: A “Reel” Problem Or An Exception?
By Linh Nguyen
A video or a clip can go viral, and even become a new trend in the “fertile soil” of social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, which continue to draw millions of visitors per day.
“Thai” Your Brand Together: Protecting Your Trade Dress in Thailand
By Tipsuda Suttasing
Trade dress is the overall appearance and feel of a product or service that identifies the source of the product or service and distinguishes it from that of others. It includes, but is not limited to, color, shape, size, configuration, and product packaging. Trade dress also refers to the overall presentation of a product, such as the display of products in a store or the way a product is presented, and anything that is designed or used to promote a product or service.
PARODY: What is funny to one, may not be funny to all!
By Linh Nguyen
“Parody” according to Cambridge dictionary is “writing, music, art, speech, etc. that intentionally copies the style of someone famous or copies a particular situation, making the features or qualities of the original more noticeable in a way that is humorous”. Many of us enjoy a parody because it brings humor, fun and laughter in a creative way while still reminding us of the original work. Parodies can commonly be protected under Copyright Law in the form of a derivative work in any jurisdiction having an IP protection system, either belonging to the owner of the original work or another party with the former’s permission. The most popular forms of parody we are probably familiar with are movie and music parodies, all of which are regulated under the umbrella of Copyright Law.
Battle Of The Bunnies
By P. Kandiah
It’s the Year of the Rabbit in the Chinese lunar calendar, and the battle of the rabbits has begun!
Can An Expired Trademark Be Forgotten?
By Ngan Pham
Much like human life, trademarks also have different fates or destinies from birth to maturity. Some may proceed smoothly to being granted within the statutory time without any challenges from competent authorities, and some may face obstacles due to objections or refusals on various grounds. Even after grant, some may last forever while some may lapse, i.e., expire after some time.
PHỞ THÌN in Hot (Noodle) Soup: One Brand Name, Two Trademark Owners?
By Linh Nguyen
PHỞ THÌN is an extremely familiar brand with Hanoian food lovers, especially those who love Phở – a traditional Vietnamese dish. Two well-known places where customers can enjoy the top-class PHỞ THÌN are on two different streets in Hanoi – Dinh Tien Hoang street and Lo Duc street. Despite the two restaurants having their own unique flavors, most people are not aware that they are two different brands, belonging to two distinct and unrelated owners.
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