Region: Hong Kong

Scotch Whisky gains certification mark in Hong Kong

This is good news for whisky brand owners, as the certification will enable easier enforcement.

19 September 2023

Scotch Whisky protected in Hong Kong; Pornhub accuses kebab shop of confusion; fake Wilko websites – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at the UKIPO launching a second digital service consultation focusing on trademarks, and much more. 

22 August 2023

How to expand your IP team to Asia

In this week’s Saturday opinion, two major brand owners offer their advice for establishing IP operations in Asia – and the pitfalls to avoid.

08 July 2023

Innovation developments at Asia-Pacific IP offices

Featured in WTR Special Report Q2 2023: Spotlight on Asia-Pacific: A guide to strategically navigating the evolving landscape

04 July 2023

Private practice expertise through the WTR 1000

Featured in WTR Special Report Q2 2023: Spotlight on Asia-Pacific: A guide to strategically navigating the evolving landscape

04 July 2023

Live updates: IP offices implement measures in wake of coronavirus crisis

WTR provides an updated look at measures that national IP offices conducted in response to the covid-19 pandemic.

05 May 2023

Hong Kong IP office warns of fraud; Marks & Spencer trademark spat; Tata Steel counterfeit raid – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at the Delhi High Court ordering the trademark office to withdraw notice of abandonment for nearly 190,000 applications, and much more.

14 April 2023

“IP professionals need to do better” to address gender issues in Hong Kong’s IP industry

A study on the local legal sector reveals that women in law face gender bias and microaggressions daily.

02 March 2023

Hong Kong Customs vows parallel trade crackdown; Ports Group and BRANDIT merge; 7 Up brand refresh - news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at the EUIPO extending time limits for those impacted by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, and much more. 

21 February 2023

Fewer filings, NFTs, alliances and bad-faith marks: APAC year in review

WTR looks back at major trends in the Asia-Pacific region from the past 12 months.

11 January 2023

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