WIPO adopts Historic Treaty on IP, Genetic Resources, and Associated Traditional Knowledge. it represents a significant step towards integrating the rights and interests of Indigenous Peoples and local communities into the global IP system hfgip.com/news/wipo-adop…

It might seem surprising in today's digital age, but fax machines are still used in certain sectors and regions for various reasons hfgip.com/news/epo-aboli…

Myanmar enacts the new Patent Law. With the PTL in effect, the Myanmar Intellectual Property Department (MIPD) will begin accepting and processing patent applications according to the new legal standards set by the PTL. hfgip.com/news/myanmar-e…

The Yin vs. Beijing Intelligent Technology Company case is a landmark decision emphasizing the protection of creative professionals’ rights in an era where technology can easily replicate human voices. hfgip.com/news/landmark-…

US giant Burger King attacks Burek King claiming that Burek King’s name and branding were confusingly similar to its own, leading to potential consumer confusion and dilution of the Burger King trademark. hfgip.com/news/us-giant-…

China and France deepen cooperation for agricultural and food GIs protection hfgip.com/news/china-and…

The proposed Protection of Critical Infrastructure (Computer System) Bill represents a significant step forward in fortifying Hong Kong’s cybersecurity landscape. hfgip.com/news/meet-new-…

Intellectual Property plays a crucial role in the #Olympic Games, where numerous #IP rights are leveraged to protect the unique identity, brand, and commercial interests of the event. hfgip.com/news/overview-…

The MoU between China and UAE has a significant impact on the Economic Cooperation: Both countries recognize the importance of strong IP protection in facilitating trade, investment, and innovation-driven growth. hfgip.com/news/cnipa-and…

Geely carmaker awarded 640 million rmb (more than 89 million US$) for trade secrets infringement in China hfgip.com/news/geely-car…

This increase reflects a growing emphasis on the use of punitive damages as a legal remedy in China, particularly in cases involving intellectual property rights infringement, product liability, and consumer protection. hfgip.com/news/china-inc…

The court's decision to protect Xiaomi's VACP under the Anti-Unfair Competition Law, rather than relying solely on trademark law, highlights the broader legal avenues available to companies facing similar challenges. hfgip.com/news/trademark…

The 2023 Report on Development Status of the National IP Agency Industry focuses on the qualification examinations and the professional landscape of patent agencies, trademark agencies, patent agents, and patent examiners in China for the year 2023. hfgip.com/news/cnipa-rel…

The Beijing Internet Court issued a first-instance judgment in case involving the use of "AI face-swapping" technology. This case highlights the legal challenges and implications of using AI-driven technologies that can manipulate digital images. hfgip.com/news/chinese-f…

Personal rights and portrait rights serve different purposes. Personal rights provide broad protection for an individual’s overall dignity, privacy, and autonomy. Portrait rights are concerned with the use and control of a person’s image or likeness. hfgip.com/news/distincti…

In its decision in June, 2024, the General Court of the EU upheld the EUIPO decision regarding the trademark dispute between the German fitness chain FitX and Société du Tour de France, the organizer of the famous Tour de France competition. hfgip.com/news/tour-de-x…

China and Italy signed MoU on Geographical Indication hfgip.com/news/china-and…

In addition to economic cooperation, the FOCAC summit also likely highlighted China's growing diplomatic influence in Africa, as Beijing continues to seek stronger ties with African nations to counter Western influence on the continent. hfgip.com/news/2024-chin…

The story of a legal battle between a small bookshop called Hermes in Izmir, Turkey, and the luxury French fashion house Hermès highlights the complexities of trademark law and the clash between global brands and local businesses. hfgip.com/news/hermes-vs…

This interplay involves balancing the rights of businesses to protect their brand identities with the need to safeguard the collective identity and cultural expressions of communities. hfgip.com/news/intersect…