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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Intellectual Property Dispute Enforcement in Hong Kong A Practical Guide for Brand Owners & Businesses Protecting your brand in Hong Kong is both practical and effective, with clear legal pathways available to address infringement and enforce your rights. What Rights Are Protected? Hong Kong protects both registered and unregistered rights, […]

Notice on Updating the “Domestic Recipient Address” for China Trademark Updates of China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) Trade Mark Document Service Rules, and Official Service Rule Explanation： When the CNIPA issues trade mark–related legal documents, the only official address used for service is the “Domestic Recipient Address” recorded in […]