IP Management For Small And Medium-Sized Enterprises Program In Singapore

Singapore prides itself with strong intellectual property (IP) protection as it continues to be a top spot for commercialization of ideas and innovations. Because of its commitment to protect the rights of the creators of IP objects, it has developed IP Management Program with the Standards, Productivity and Innovation Board (SPRING), a statutory board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry of Singapore. (more…)

Avoid Trademark Infringement In Singapore

Every product or service owner avoids trademark infringement in Singapore. Choosing a trademark is simple. You’re a winner if it is easily remembered, memorized, pronounced, short, catchy, etc. However, even though it is awesome and pleasant to many people, it may not be pleasant legally especially from a marketing point of view.  If your trademark is conflicting with or to any among the millions of trademark names in the world, existing and registered, then you are on the edge of losing what you have. (more…)

Trademark Infringement or Not?

For every creator or owner of a product, it is their responsibility and it is necessary that their trademarks are well communicated, well protected, well monitored, and defended if in case there are legal actions required. This article will teach you the basics of trademark infringement. (more…)

Singapore Trademark Registration Procedure

For a simple guidance in Singapore trademark registration, take a look at the procedure outlined below. Take note that these are just the simplest and basic steps in the registration process.

Goods are registered and maybe numbered from 1st class to 34th while services from 35th to 42nd. That is under the Classification of Goods and Services or better known as ICGS. So, before applying for a trademark in the Singapore Trademark Registration office, the applicant must decide on which type he or she is seeking for the registration. Remember, different types of goods will be under different classification or classes. (more…)

How To Patent In Singapore – Why You Need To Know How To Protect Your Rights

Coming up with a unique and useful design is something that every inventor strives to do. One creation that is proven beneficial to many can generate millions in revenues, which not only can bring prestige to the creator, but can also bring out the entrepreneurial side in him. But while bigwig corporations know how to protect their investments, small time inventors don’t know how to guard their inventions. It’s time that they know how to patent in Singapore so others won’t steal what is rightfully theirs. (more…)

The Basics of Singapore Trademark Application From Another Country

Take note that a used or already used trademark can be registered. It is not like patents and registered designs. No time limit is required to the owner on when he or she wants to apply. From the date of filing, the trademark registration will take effect. And in Singapore trademark application, there are possibilities for infringement if a trademark is registered. (more…)

IP Protection – How Singapore Gives Importance To The Creations Of The Mind

As Singapore is lauded as a top place for commercialization of ideas and innovations, it is no wonder that this tiny Southeast Asian country has a strong intellectual property or IP protection. It continues to be a hub for international intellectual property protection, being a signatory to numerous IP conventions, like Paris Convention, Madrid Protocol, and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). (more…)

The Basics of Protection Of Intellectual Property

For a lot of companies, and even individuals, protection of intellectual property is important. Employee know-how, patents, or trade secrets are valuable. Intellectual property or IP is protected by law. If act or any case of infringement is found, the one liable can be persecuted. Legally speaking, there are four types of IP. (more…)