Intellectual Property Law and Copyright Laws

Under international exhaustion, once goods are lawfully sold anywhere in the world by the trademark owner or with their consent, the owner's rights over those goods are exhausted globally.

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

Intellectual Property (IP) rights are pivotal for promoting innovation, creativity, and economic growth. In Nigeria, a nation marked by a burgeoning technology sector and rich cultural heritage, effective protection of IP rights is essential.

Under international exhaustion, once goods are lawfully sold anywhere in the world by the trademark owner or with their consent, the owner's rights over those goods are exhausted globally.

A trademark is an intellectual property which may take the form of a logo, word, phrase or symbol, sign, design, etc.

Architecture occupies a unique intersection between creative expression and functional design, embodying both artistic innovation and utilitarian purpose.

Under international exhaustion, once goods are lawfully sold anywhere in the world by the trademark owner or with their consent, the owner's rights over those goods are exhausted globally.

The physical appearance of products may be very valuable particularly in manufacturing, fashion, technology, and creative industries where businesses require the distinct appearance of their products to stand out.

A trademark is an intellectual property which may take the form of a logo, word, phrase or symbol, sign, design, etc.

The banking business sector in Ethiopia was exclusively reserved for domestic investors for a half century. The sector began to be opened to foreign investors since 2023.

In our last Newsletter, we highlighted how licensing external tech can help you grow without losing focus on your core business objective. Now, let's flip the script, what if your IP could do the heavy lifting?

How startups leverage Intellectual Property ("IP") can significantly impact their growth trajectory. For startups with limited IP portfolios, leveraging the technology of other startups could provide the required momentum for rapid expansion. Conversely, startups with limited funds and valuable IP can generate revenue to finance operations by monetizing their IP assets.