The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP), in cooperation with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), has introduced the Tahaqaq platform, a new digital system for recording trademarks with Saudi customs authorities.
This development represents an important shift in customs trademark enforcement in Saudi Arabia, moving from traditional notification-based...
Tunis, June 24, 2026 – INNORPI, in partnership with KOICA and KIPI under the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy, has officially launched Tunisia’s new digital industrial property system.
The platform enables the online filing of trademarks, patents, and industrial designs, making IP services more accessible, efficient, and transparent. This initiative marks an important step in...
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When the world turns its eyes to the FIFA World Cup 2026, we see more than just legendary goals and spectacular saves; we are witnessing a massive, intricate machine fueled by the world of Intellectual Property (IP). Behind every vibrant logo, every iconic anthem, and every broadcast match lies a complex web of legal protection. IP is the invisible engine that makes the tournament...
Starting 9 July 2026, Algeria will officially implement the Apostille Convention, following its accession to the Convention on 5 November 2025.
The Apostille system simplifies the use of foreign public documents in Algeria by replacing the traditional legalization process with a single Apostille certificate issued in the country of origin.
This development is expected to make...
Pursuant to a decision issued by the Palestinian Trademark Office, all Powers of Attorney submitted in connection with trademark matters must accurately reflect the name and address of the authorized local agent as recorded in the official records of the Trademark Office.
Accordingly, the name and address appearing in any Power of Attorney must be identical to the name and address...
The Impact of Intellectual Property as an Intangible Asset on Enhancing Economic Growth: Institutional Sustainability as a Mediating Variable An Empirical Study on the Industrial and Commercial Sectors in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
The present study aims to analyze the impact of intellectual property as an intangible asset on enhancing economic growth in Jordan’s industrial...
The Kingdom of Bahrain has issued Law No. (21) of 2026 approving its accession to the Locarno Agreement, which establishes an international classification system for industrial designs.
The Locarno Agreement, signed in Locarno on 8 October 1968 and amended on 28 September 1979, establishes a uniform international classification system for industrial designs. The classification...
Saudi Arabia has advanced its geographical indications (GI) framework with the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) approving the Implementing Regulations of the Geographical Indications Protection System pursuant to Board Resolution No. 2026/39/01 dated 30 April 2026, following the issuance of the system under Royal Decree No. M/102 dated 17 November 2025.
According to...
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