Mondaq Offshore: Intellectual Property
Following a comprehensive review of the existing trade mark laws of the British Virgin Islands, we await the publication of the Proclamation in the Government Gazette to implement the new Trade Marks Act, 2013.
For the first time in several decades there will be a comprehensive revamp of the trade mark laws of the British Virgin Islands.
A new Patents and Trade Marks Law came into effect in the Cayman Islands on December 7, 2011.
The protection of Intellectual Property and Copyright, encourages the creative individuals to continue to innovate and develop solutions for complex problems.
Cyprus is the clear European leader on every aspect of its IP taxation regime, from the effective rate of tax, through the scope of assets covered, to the freedom from restrictions and limitations.
Jose Luis Romanillos, Managing Director and Founder of Finsbury Image Rights (Guernsey), takes a closer look at Guernsey’s world-first image rights legislation.
David Evans of Collas Crill and Elaine Gray of Carey Olsen discuss the treatment of digital assets under Guernsey’s unique image rights legislation.
Intellectual property as an asset class has seen exponential growth in recent years, from the early dot.com days to the online explosion of social media and even virtual worlds such as Farmville.
Guernsey’s Image Rights Ordinance could mean the island offers a golden opportunity for those looking to protect their personality
Guernsey Finance Chief Executive Fiona Le Poidevin takes a closer look at Guernsey's unique image rights legislation.
The importance of image rights in pay deals for leading players today cannot be understated, and it has become a major element of a player’s annual package.
Tom Amy of Ogier Private Wealth says Guernsey's image rights legislation has continued the Island's tradition for innovation.
John Langlois, Chairman of Image Rights Limited, says Guernsey has published the first international ‘rules of the game’ when it comes to image rights.
Guernsey claims a first with its news image rights legislation. David Evans and Edward Stone of Collas Crill look at the new regime and how it may benefit private clients.
A discussion on the limitation of trade marks in relation to the commercialisation of athletes and personalities in various countries.
With a goal to transform Hong Kong into an innovation and technology hub, the Hong Kong Administration commenced a comprehensive review of the patent system in 2011 and issued a consultation paper to invite comments from the public.
On 7 February 2013, just two days before the Chinese New Year holidays, the Government published the Report of the Advisory Committee on Review of the Patent System in Hong Kong.
A new Trade Marks Act 2013 is expected to take effect shortly.
A domain name freezing procedure will be introduced by the .lu domain name registry from June 11, 2013.
A discussion on the package of legislative proposals presented by the European Commission in April 2011, which will allow any company or individual to protect their inventions through a single European patent.
Today, Wednesday 7 December 2011, the new Patents and Trade Marks Law 2011 took effect in the Cayman Islands.
Following a comprehensive review of the existing trade mark laws of the British Virgin Islands, we await the publication of the Proclamation in the Government Gazette to implement the new Trade Marks Act, 2013.
The protection of Intellectual Property and Copyright, encourages the creative individuals to continue to innovate and develop solutions for complex problems.
The eBay electronic marketplace or any such other marketplaces or auction sites usually facilitate the purchase and sale of goods over the internet by individuals.
As the above analysis has indicated trade marks are valuable corporate assets and in cases where they are correctly exploited, they provide their trade mark proprietors with more fame, distinctiveness and benefits.
Cyprus is the clear European leader on every aspect of its IP taxation regime, from the effective rate of tax, through the scope of assets covered, to the freedom from restrictions and limitations.
"Gibraltar is an attractive location for businesses wanting to take advantage of the opportunities afforded by a European jurisdiction that is well regulated and tax competitive. It has built up a reputation and lifestyle proposition for both individuals and corporate entities wishing to enjoy the benefits of Mediterranean living."
Jose Luis Romanillos, Managing Director and Founder of Finsbury Image Rights (Guernsey), takes a closer look at Guernsey’s world-first image rights legislation.
David Evans of Collas Crill and Elaine Gray of Carey Olsen discuss the treatment of digital assets under Guernsey’s unique image rights legislation.
The importance of image rights in pay deals for leading players today cannot be understated, and it has become a major element of a player’s annual package.
John Langlois, Chairman of Image Rights Limited, says Guernsey has published the first international ‘rules of the game’ when it comes to image rights.
Hong Kong legislators passed amendments to the Trade Descriptions Ordinance which create new offences and strengthen enforcement against unfair trade practices.
The new .xxx generic top level domain name was approved by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers ("ICANN") earlier this year and is going to be launched on 7 September 2011.
The use of unauthorised software in business is illegal and is likely to attract both civil and criminal liabilities in Hong Kong.
With a goal to transform Hong Kong into an innovation and technology hub, the Hong Kong Administration commenced a comprehensive review of the patent system in 2011 and issued a consultation paper to invite comments from the public.
Honest concurrent use is one of the uncommon grounds a trademark applicant in Hong Kong can rely on to overcome an objection to a trademark registration that conflicts with, or would take unfair advantage of, or would be detrimental to, an earlier mark.
Like certain other offshore jurisdictions, such as Guernsey, Jersey has recognised the importance of having a modern intellectual property regime that adheres to international standards.
Recent amendments to Maltese income tax legislation which entered into force via Legal Notice 429 of 2010 provide for a tax exemption on royalty income derived from eligible patents, in respect of qualifying inventions.
Prior to analyzing the applicable intellectual property law on patent and copyright in the realm of computer programs and software, it is pertinent to appreciate that patent law and copyright law provide different types of protection.
In the brand-conscious Filipino market, trademarks are the anchors which allow producers to hook consumers to the wares that are being peddled and, hopefully, to gain their loyalty. So when less astute entrepreneurs try to piggy-back on the goodwill created by more entrenched brands, affected producers need to rely on legal standards to determine if trademark infringement is being committed. Whether the Filipino consumer would likely be deceived or confused in choosing the right product is now a
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Cyprus is the clear European leader on every aspect of its IP taxation regime, from the effective rate of tax, through the scope of assets covered, to the freedom from restrictions and limitations.
The eBay electronic marketplace or any such other marketplaces or auction sites usually facilitate the purchase and sale of goods over the internet by individuals.
Jose Luis Romanillos, Managing Director and Founder of Finsbury Image Rights (Guernsey), takes a closer look at Guernsey’s world-first image rights legislation.
The protection of Intellectual Property and Copyright, encourages the creative individuals to continue to innovate and develop solutions for complex problems.
Intellectual property as an asset class has seen exponential growth in recent years, from the early dot.com days to the online explosion of social media and even virtual worlds such as Farmville.
In a case styled The Association for Molecular Pathology v. Myriad Genetics, the Supreme Court is confronting the question of whether or not human genes are patent eligible under 35 U.S.C. 101.
Hong Kong legislators passed amendments to the Trade Descriptions Ordinance which create new offences and strengthen enforcement against unfair trade practices.
A domain name freezing procedure will be introduced by the .lu domain name registry from June 11, 2013.
David Evans of Collas Crill and Elaine Gray of Carey Olsen discuss the treatment of digital assets under Guernsey’s unique image rights legislation.
A new Trade Marks Act 2013 is expected to take effect shortly.
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