Region-focused IP developments curated by the IIPLA newsroom, including policy shifts, litigation, brand disputes, patent activity, and enforcement updates.
Draganfly Inc. has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire Skip Dynamix’s drone technology assets, including its fixed-wing ultra-low-cost unmanned aerial systems designed for long-range intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and one-way missions. This strategic acquisition strengthens Draga…
Kuwait’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has announced robust growth in intellectual property services, with the Trademarks and Patents Department recording 68,632 transactions in 2025, generating approximately KD 6.69 million ($21.7 million) in fees. This surge reflects the government’s strategic initiatives to bol…
Bali immigration arrests 62 foreigners in crackdown on violators of local laws, customs RIYADH: Patent applications filed by individuals in Saudi Arabia rose by 102 percent in 2025 from the previous 12 months, accelerating from a 62 percent year-on-year increase in 2024.
It is requested that the US side have an objective and balanced assessment of Vietnam's efforts and achievements in the field of intellectual property protection. On May 1, answering reporters' questions, requesting to know Vietnam's reaction to the US identification of Vietnam as a "priority foreign country" in the A…
Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry marked World Intellectual Property Day with a dedicated event at the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, focusing on the intersection of intellectual property rights and the sports industry. The gathering featured remarks from national and international officials, highlight…
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