NEWS
Making Noise: Recent Sound Trademark Publication in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has recently published a new application for a sound trademark, marking a significant development in recognizing non-conventional trademarks within the ...
Libya: Trademark Filing Requirements Updated
Libya has introduced new regulations simplifying trademark filing requirements as of January 2024. Among the key updates, translations no longer need to be stamped by a local ...
Saudi Arabia: SAIP to Begin Functioning as an International Searching and Preliminary Examining Authority
The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) is set to expand its role within the international intellectual property framework by officially commencing operations as an International Searching ...
2024: A Year in Review for Intellectual Property in MENA
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has seen a landmark year for intellectual property (IP) in 2024. From major legislative reforms to enhanced enforcement measures, ...
Iraq: Adoption of 11th Edition of the Nice Classification in 2025
The Trademark Office in Iraq has announced the adoption of the 11th edition of the Nice International Classification, starting January 2025. This marks a significant shift from ...
Türkiye: TÜRKPATENT and CNIPA Strengthen Cooperation on Intellectual Property
TÜRKPATENT and the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) have taken a significant step toward enhancing collaboration in intellectual property (IP). During the Third Belt and Road ...
Kuwait: CITRA Launches .KW Domain Registration to Strengthen National Digital Identity
Kuwait’s Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) has officially launched the first phase of the .kw domain registration service as part of a broader initiative to ...
Yemen: Updates on Trademark Filings and Nice Classification
Starting October 26, 2024, the Yemeni Trademark Office has increased the number of goods or services that can be included in a single trademark application from 4 ...
Saudi Arabia: New Regulations for Trade Names Implemented
The Saudi Cabinet has recently approved a new set of regulations concerning the registration and management of trade names, aimed at enhancing transparency and reliability in the ...
