WIPO announced that as from November 2, 2025, the amounts of the individual fee payable for new filings and renewal will be revised.
The new fees will be as follows:
1,420 Swiss francs for each class of goods or services, when designating the United Arab Emirates in an international application or subsequently.
1,420 Swiss francs for each class of goods or services, when renewing...
In a world where digital transformation is accelerating, electronic marketplaces have become an integral part of our daily lives. They open wide doors to opportunity, yet they also carry hidden threats to our commercial rights. Have you ever considered that your trademark could be violated amidst this digital surge? And if such a violation occurs, how would you respond? Do you have...
Most Famous IP Figure:
Thomas Edison registered over 1,000 patents in his lifetime and is considered one of the most influential inventors in history.
Person with the Most Patents:
Japanese inventor Shunpei Yamazaki registered over 11,000 patents, surpassing Edison, setting a record in patent history.
Country with the Most IP Registrations in a Single Year:
According to WIPO...
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The Investment and Trade Court has signed a cooperation agreement with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), marking a major step forward in strengthening intellectual property (IP) protection and fostering an investor-friendly environment in Qatar.
This partnership will support the development of a more advanced judicial framework, aligned with international best...
The Qatari Trademark Office hereby announces that, effective September 15, 2025, all trademark applications must reference the 11th Edition of the Nice Classification for the specification of goods and services. The practice of claiming class headings or including all goods and services within a class is no longer permitted. This directive is issued in accordance with GCC Law No. 7...
We are pleased to announce that the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Japan Patent Office (JPO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) program.
The MoU was signed during the official visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to Japan,...
Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the most valuable assets for businesses, creators, and innovators. However, it is also surrounded by misconceptions that often lead to mistakes in protection and enforcement. Below are some of the most common myths about IP and the truths behind them.
Myth: Copyright protects ideas
Reality: Copyright does not protect ideas, concepts, or...
The Ministry of Economy and Trade, Intellectual Property Protection Department, has reverted to its previous procedure. It is no longer necessary to submit the original certificate for the recordal of transfer of ownership.
The only documents required to proceed with the recordal of assignment are as follows:
A Power of Attorney (duly notarized and legalized by a Lebanese...
We are pleased to announce that Mr. Mohannad Al Kharouf, Managing Director of One World IP, will be participating in the 2025 INTA Leadership Meeting in Hollywood, Florida, USA taking place taking place from November 18 – 21, 2025.
Mr. Mohannad looks forward to meeting with leading professionals in the pharmaceutical trademark and intellectual property sectors, engaging in...