The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TPTO) has taken a step toward streamlining IP protection in Turkey. As of March 15, 2025, two major changes have come into effect: Introduction of administrative cancellation proceedings Revision of the official trademark fee structure These changes not only enhance efficiency and reduce costs but also bring Turkey’s IP framework in line...

In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property (IP) assets are among the most valuable resources for businesses. Whether it’s trademarks, patents, copyrights, or trade secrets, protecting and leveraging these assets is crucial. Due diligence in IP plays a vital role in identifying, assessing, and managing IP risks and opportunities, particularly during mergers,...

The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has officially designated the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) as an International Searching Authority (ISA) and an International Preliminary Examining Authority (IPEA) under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). This designation allows applicants in Saudi Arabia to select the USPTO to conduct international search...

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One World Intellectual Property will be exhibiting at the INTA Annual Meeting 2025 in San Diego, California, USA, at Booth #1309 from May 17 to 21, 2025. Our team is excited to meet with industry experts, exchange insights, and stay up to date on the latest trends and developments in the IP sector. To schedule a meeting with our representatives, please click “here” or...

The Libyan Ministry of Economy has suspended the acceptance of new trademark applications, effective March 5, 2025, through April 10, 2025. This suspension aims to reduce the Trademark Office’s (TMO) backlog. Important: Renewals, recordals, oppositions, and appeals will continue to be processed during this period. We are monitoring the situation and will provide updates. For...

The Iraqi Trademark Office (TMO) has announced the discontinuation of its local subclassification system, including the alphabetical numbering of class headings, following the adoption of the 11th edition of the Nice Classification on January 19, 2025. Under the updated guidelines, applicants are required to specify the exact serial number that corresponds to the pre-approved goods...

The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has announced that Saudi Arabia has officially joined the Hague International Design Agreement, one of the key intellectual property treaties administered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This agreement is designed to support creative designers by promoting and marketing their work, offering protection both...

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The ‘90s… when music was bold, legal conflicts reached a fever pitch, and Madonna was… well, Madonna! Among her many controversies, one of the most unexpected (yet legally fascinating) was her copyright clash with the legendary Lebanese singer Fairuz. For those unfamiliar with Arab music royalty, meet Fairuz… the undisputed queen of Arab music and a Lebanese icon! Her voice is a...