Month: February 2023

Beijing relies on data-driven growth

Posted in Compliance, Cyber security, Data Protection, Future, General, LawLeave a comment

The Chinese Government has issued guidelines for the development of the data security sector. The goal is to increase the use of data for economic growth and improve control over data access and storage. The ultimate goal is to economically harness the potential of the vast amounts of data generated by the digital economy while… Continue reading Beijing relies on data-driven growth

Covert Brand Purchasing as an IP Protection Strategy

Posted in Compliance, Copyright, Future, General, IP, PatentsLeave a comment

One does not always have to take legal action to combat a potentially dangerous opposing brand. One option is also to buy this trademark covertly via a middleman function and thus eliminate the threat potential.  The following case from practice: A German mechanical engineering company, which is very successful in China, discovered that there was… Continue reading Covert Brand Purchasing as an IP Protection Strategy