4 August 2025 For an inventor, engineer, or investor, navigating patent law can feel like learning a new language. On 11 October 2024, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (“IPOS”) …
Navigating Post-Grant Amendment for Patents in Singapore
20 April 2025 Typically, a patentee may use post-grant amendments to narrow the scope of protection, for example, to align a patent with corresponding patents in other jurisdictions. These amendments …
IPOS announces expansion of PPH Network
20 March 2025 The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has significantly expanded its Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) network, including a wider reach for its Global Patent Prosecution Highway (GPPH) …
Singapore IP Office Launches Patent and Trademarks Acceleration Program
18 June 2025 On May 8, 2025, the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) announced the official implementation of two new acceleration programs, SG Patents Fast and SG Trade Marks …
Navigating the complexities of patent examination in south-east Asia
In Summary This article provides a comprehensive overview of the various programmes and initiatives available to accelerate patent prosecution in the ASEAN region. It also highlights the recent changes and …
Do you have an IP Strategy?
How do you leverage the Value of your IP Assets? This IP strategy checklist outlines how companies can create a proactive plan to protect their innovations and avoid infringing the IP …
Guide to Filing a Registered Design in Singapore
Does your Design meet the registration criteria? Before applying to register your design, you should check if your design meets the registration criteria. Here are some quick questions to guide …