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Recent updates on IP practices in Hong Kong

Recent updates on IP practices in Hong Kong

The Intellectual Property Department (IPD) of Hong Kong has announced that new Trade Marks, Patents, and Designs Forms will be used from 16 May 2025 onwards. Key Changes: The IPD has shared the draft versions of the new forms, please see https://www.ipd.gov.hk/en/home/whats-new/index_id_628.html for reference. The IPD has updated the chapter on “Absolute Grounds for Refusal […]
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Beijing Internet Court: A Landmark in China's Legal System for Cyber Disputes

Beijing Internet Court: A Landmark in China’s Legal System for Cyber Disputes

What is Beijing Internet Court ? The Beijing Internet Court, established in September 2018, is a specialized court in China that focuses on handling internet-related legal cases. It aims to provide efficient resolution of disputes arising from online activities, including e-commerce, intellectual property, and cybersecurity issues. Key features of the Beijing Internet Court include: Overall, […]
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China’s Copyright Registration of Books: A Comprehensive Overview

China’s Copyright Registration of Books: A Comprehensive Overview

In China, registering copyright is an important step for book writers and other creators for several reasons: 1. Legal Protection: 2. Deterrence Against Infringement: 3. Access to Remedies: 4. Credibility and Value: 5. Facilitation of Licensing and Transfers: Conclusion While copyright protection exists automatically upon the creation of a work in China, registration offers significant […]
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Enforcing copyright on YouTube

Enforcing copyright on YouTube

Choosing the right forum for copyright infringement enforcement is crucial for effectively protecting your intellectual property. Here are some key considerations and factors to take into account: 1. Jurisdiction: 2. Type of Forum: 3. Reputation and Precedents: 4. Public Relations: Choosing the right forum for copyright infringement involves a careful analysis of jurisdiction, legal frameworks, […]
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Publishing contract in Hong Kong, Intellectual Property and other legal issues

Publishing Contracts and Intellectual Property: Navigating the Legal Landscape for Authors

Are you an author preparing to publish your book and seeking clarity on the intricacies of publishing contracts, copyright and other intellectual property rights, and the best approach to safeguarding your work? Our Managing Director and Intellectual Property lawyer, Benjamin Choi, provides concise and professional answers on the most common and pressing questions that Hong […]
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Lawsuit Hermes Metabirkins

Can’t get around by just adding “Meta”

On 8 February 2023, the Manhattan federal jury ruled in favour of Hermès in the lawsuit over digital artworks of “MetaBirkins” in the form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) mirroring the world famous Birkin bags created by the artist Mason Rothschild.  In about December 2021 Mason Rothschild received from Hermès’ attorneys a cease and desist letter […]
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Intellectual Property News Hong Kong

Intellectual Property News 2023 – Hong Kong

With the year coming to a close, we can’t wait to share with you two major IP news we anticipate for Hong Kong next year. First, the Madrid International Trade Mark Registration system should be ready for implementation in Hong Kong the earliest during the second half of 2023 and secondly, the long-awaited new copyright law […]
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Intellectual Property for Social Media Influencers

Intellectual Property for Social Media Influencers

88% of Hong Kong population is using social media, and this number is growing every minute. It is no surprise that social media has become a lucrative business. Social media influencers (“Influencers”) or key opinion leaders (“KOLs”) are popular and powerful – they create tight bonds with their followers and have the ability to influence […]
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Copyright Amendment Bill 2022

Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2022 gazetted for LegCo reading on 8 June 2022

The Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2022 (https://www.legco.gov.hk/yr2022/english/brief/citbcr070928_22020525-e.pdf) was gazetted last Friday after the 3-month public consultation.  A very aligned view of IP practitioners and stakeholders is to have the new Copyright provisions enacted as law without any further delay.  The key 5 legislative proposals are: 1. To introduce an exclusive technology-neutral communication right for copyright owners in […]
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CEDB released a public consultation paper on updating Hong Kong’s copyright regime on 24 November

By Benjamin Choi, Managing Director The Commerce and Economic Development Bureau of the Government of Hong Kong just released on 24 November 2021 a public consultation paper on updating Hong Kong’s copyright regime.  This is brilliant news to copyright owners and fingers crossed with the passage of the new legislation!  If you may wonder the meaning […]
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