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Trademark Non-Use Cancellation (NUC) in Hong Kong Guide When Can You File a Trademark Cancellation on the Grounds of Non-Use? Legal Basis & Timeline: A trademark cancellation on the grounds of non-use can be filed if a registered trademark has not been put to genuine use in Hong Kong for a continuous three-year period without valid justification. Investigation Practice: To support such an action, it is standard practice to engage ACCOLADE Search Team to conduct […]

Singapore Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS): Tax Deduction for IP Registration Guide What is the Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS)? What is EIS? The Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS) is a Singapore tax incentive scheme administered by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) to encourage businesses to invest in innovation and intellectual property (IP). Enhanced Incentive: Save more when protecting your innovations and building your IP assets. Eligible businesses can claim enhanced tax deductions on qualifying IP […]

Website Takedown & Counterfeit Evidence Preservation Guide Service Overview & Core Value Core Tagline: WE TAKE DOWN. WE PRESERVE. WE PROTECT. WHAT'S YOURS. Accolade IP assists brand owners in combating online IP infringement through strategic takedown operations, controlled test purchases, robust evidence preservation, and notarized legal documentation. Our end-to-end enforcement process significantly strengthens your legal standing by securing reliable, court-admissible evidence and supporting decisive legal actions against infringers across multiple jurisdictions. End-to-End Enforcement & Evidence […]

Guide to Understanding Certification Marks in Hong Kong SAR What is a Certification Mark? A certification mark is a specialized category of trademark used to guarantee that a product or service meets specific defined standards. It certifies key attributes including: Origin: e.g., made in Scotland. Materials or Ingredients: e.g., whisky made exclusively from malted barley. Manufacturing Process: e.g., distilled and matured strictly according to legal regulations. Quality or Performance: e.g., meeting minimum aging and maturation […]

Safeguarding Intellectual Property: Trademark Ownership After Company Dissolution in Hong Kong vs. Singapore When a business winds down or is struck off the registry, intellectual property (IP) is frequently overlooked. While physical inventory, bank accounts, and real estate are carefully liquidated or distributed, valuable intangible assets like registered trademarks are often forgotten. Under the corporate laws of both Hong Kong and Singapore, once a company is formally dissolved, any remaining undistributed assets—including trademark rights—may become […]

Protect Your Brand in Southeast Asia: First-to-File Determines Who Owns the Rights What is the First-to-File Rule? In many Southeast Asian countries, trademark rights go to the first person to register, even if someone else has been using the brand longer. Act early—protect what’s yours! Early registration safeguards your brand against copycats, legal disputes, and missed business opportunities. Why First-to-File Matters: Protects your brand before competitors Stops unauthorized use by copycats Strengthens your legal enforcement […]