The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) and The Moroccan Industrial and Commercial Property Office (OMPIC) are launching on 24 April 2024 a pilot program through an agreement signed between the OMPIC & SAIP concerning the “Patent Prosecution Highway “PPH”. The PPH is a program of collaboration between patent offices, aiming to accelerate the processing of granting...

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The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has implemented an updated policy for handling rejected trademark applications. In the past, upon the rejection of trademark applications, applicants had two options: appealing the rejection decision or modifying the mark within 10 days grace period. However, with the implementation of the updated policy, applicants are now only...

Iraq-Modifications to Trademark Payment Terms   In Baghdad, starting from April 4, 2024, the Directorate of Trademarks, Patents, and Industrial Designs in Iraq has made changes regarding the payment process for trademark applications. Previously, applicants were required to pay the official filing fees first and could later settle the official publication fees after obtaining...

 Safeguarding the Game    In the dynamic world of sports, where competition is fierce and innovation is constant, the intersection with intellectual property (IP) has become increasingly evident. From team logos and player endorsements to broadcasting rights and technological advancements, intellectual property plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the unique aspects of the sports...

Effective March 29, 2024, the Algerian National Institute of Industrial Property has implemented a 19% VAT rate to be applied on official fees related to Intellectual Property services in Algeria. As a result, the official fees associated with Intellectual Property services in Algeria will be adjusted to reflect the updated VAT rate. Should you have any questions or require further...

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