Is Intellectual Property in the New Industrial Revolution? A summary of WIPO’s 2026 Report: Technology on the Move | SOURCE: WIPO Publications In the modern business environment, Intellectual Property (IP) has evolved from a legal registration into a primary driver of growth and competitiveness. As economies shift toward innovation-driven models, the speed of technology adoption…
Using Intellectual Property as Bank Collateral in Malaysia Summary of a national talk show on upcoming IP Financing for Malaysian SMEs, shared by MyIPO DG – Ms. Yusnieza on Apa Khabar Malaysia (Bernama). In today’s business environment, intellectual property (IP) is no longer just a legal asset. Patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs are essential for…
In today’s business environment, intellectual property is more than just a legal asset. Patents, trademarks, copyrights, and industrial designs can all contribute to business growth, investor’s confidence, and long-term market positioning. IP valuation helps businesses understand the monetary value of these intangible assets so they can make better strategic and commercial decisions. Understanding What…
(source: Intellectual Property Coperation of Malaysia) The effects of Covid-19 have no doubt been felt worldwide and across many business sectors. But more importantly, the force of intellectual property rights has never affected the world more. Although the numbers of filings for IP applications are lower post-pandemic as illustrated above, the amount of filings…
Distinctive packaging can drive sales, but it can also lead to knockoffs. One of the many ways that companies add value and recognition to their brand is by the distinctive packaging of their products. Memorable packaging can crystallize your product and your brand in the minds of your customer. Imitation may be the sincerest form…
In these recent years, you may recognise a similar pattern. We are presented with statistics which show that most high-profile “New Age” companies such as Facebook, Netflix and Booking.com do not own a lot of physical assets. For instance, Netflix does not own most of the content made available to be streamed online and Booking.com…
Do you have great innovation but limited budget for Intellectual Property Rights? Do you know that Malaysian Government is offering governmental funds to encourage the nation in fostering and commercializing local innovation? Intellectual Property (IP) are intangible assets which are undeniably important for a business to enhance a company’s value, to provide a main revenue…
The outbreak of COVID-19 is a human tragedy which has caused significant impact to human life and to global economy. To date, there is no drug or vaccine proved to be effective against COVID-19. As a result, the researchers and pharmaceutical companies around the world are racing to find a cure for combating said pandemic.…
1. What is IP to a business/company? Essentially, ‘IP’ refers to unique, value-adding creations of the human intellect that results from human creativity and inventiveness. A company’s assets could be broadly categorized as tangible assets (e.g.: buildings, machineries) and intangible assets (e.g.: human capital, brands, designs and innovative capacity), thus the latter would include IP…
This article will briefly discuss on the case of Merck Sharp & Dohme & Anor v. Hovid Berhad [2017] 1 LNS 53, how it overturned the previous Federal Court’s decision in SKB Shutters Manufacturing Sdn Bhd v. Seng Kong Shutter Industries Sdn Bhd & Anor [2015] 6 MLJ 293. Merck Sharp and its local licensee…
