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KASS International is an established Intellectual Property Firm which offers a one-stop solution for IP matters in Malaysia, South East Asia, and worldwide.

[Indonesia Updates] New Trademark Requirements for Imported Fashion Goods

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By Carola Monintja The Indonesian Government is serious about IP protection in the Republic. Promulgated on March 10, 2024, through the Revision of Regulation of the Ministry of Industry No. 5 of the Year 2024, the Indonesian Government now mandates a trademark registration certificate for all importers when they submit an import permit, particularly the […]

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[Singapore Updates] 1 to 13 May 2024 Classified as Excluded Days Due to Temporary Shutdown of IPOS Digital Hub

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By Jaynthi Kanesarajah IPOS Digital Hub (the e-services portal of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore) will be migrating to the Government on Commercial Cloud platform from 1 to 13 May 2024. During this period, IPOS Digital Hub and IPOS Go mobile app will not be available. In order to facilitate the migration, the Registrar

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The Impact of Unlawful Franchise Agreements: SP Multitech Intelligent Homes Sdn Bhd v Home Sdn Bhd [2010] MLJU 1845

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By Shevithra Selva Mohan In the franchise industry, one misstep can lead to big trouble, especially when it comes to breaching the franchise. For example, the case of SP MULTITECH INTELLIGENT HOMES SDN BHD v HOME SDN BHD, which involve an unlawful Franchise Agreement. When court ruled that failing to register a business as a

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High Court Win: KASS and KENDEK Secure Victory in Patent Infringement Case

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KASS began the year 2024 celebrating its win in the Malaysian High Court in a patent invalidation and patent infringement suit for its long-standing client Kendek Products Sdn. Bhd (“Kendek”). KASS obtained a patent titled “Improvement to Holder of a Former used in Dripped Latex Manufacturing Process” under patent No. MY145342-A. KASS had earlier advised

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Your Franchise Rights: The Story of Wrongful Termination: Chai Su Lin & Anor v Gerbang Alaf Restaurants Sdn Bhd [2021] MLJU 1337

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By Shevithra Selva Mohan Introduction Unjustly ending a franchise agreement is a complex issue, often stirring up a whirlwind of accusations. This can include claims that the franchisor violated the terms of the agreement, infringed on the rights of the franchisee, and even suspicions of the franchisor acting in bad faith or with shady intentions.

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Strategic Branding: Managing IP Rights in Culinary Business

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By Rachapat Sumjinda Food entrepreneurs contribute to the diversity of food products in the market. By exploring the critical role of Intellectual Property (IP) rights in safeguarding and promoting innovation within the food industry, from the inception of culinary ideas to their presentation at the dinner table, various forms of IP protections are available to

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