Intellectual property rights are gaining importance in ASEAN countries. The ASEAN Intellectual Property Action Plan 2016-2025 provides for the strengthening of intellectual property offices, the development of regional platforms, an inclusive IP ecosystem and the promotion of asset creation. Around 75% of the plan has already been implemented. Future priorities include harmonizing intellectual property rights,… Continue reading Intellectual property in ASEAN
Category: Future
The audit on personal data protection is coming
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) published the Administrative Measures for the Audit of Personal Information Protection Compliance for Comment in August. The aim is to operationalize the regular compliance audit for processors of personal information in accordance with Article 54 and 64 of the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL). The administrative measures specify the… Continue reading The audit on personal data protection is coming
Special zone for IP protection
IP protection is becoming a regional competitive factor in China. The Chinese province of Hainan has now announced that it will establish a special zone for this purpose in Sanya Yazhou Bay. The aim is to establish and further explore a centralized management for IP rights. The first step of this development is the opening… Continue reading Special zone for IP protection
Three-year action plan for the Metaverse (2023-2025)
China has now unveiled a comprehensive three-year action plan for the industrial metaverse. The plan prioritizes strengthening the manufacturing industry by integrating innovation with information technology. The momentum of China’s signature innovation drive is maintained, breakthroughs in core metaverse technologies are targeted, and concrete application scenarios are promoted. A particular focus is on security, reliability… Continue reading Three-year action plan for the Metaverse (2023-2025)
Violation of data protection: RMB 50 million fine
On September 6, 2023, after a 14-month review, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) announced that the private platform China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) was fined RMB 50 million for the unlawful processing of personal data. CNKI is one of the leading academic platforms, digital learning platforms and knowledge bases in China, and its main operators… Continue reading Violation of data protection: RMB 50 million fine
Verification of the processing personal information
On August 3, Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) issued draft administrative guidelines for privacy-compliant reviews of personal information and related reference points for public expression. The goal of the documents is to provide regulatory oversight of data privacy compliance. However, data processors are also expected to self-regulate and increase their awareness of the need to… Continue reading Verification of the processing personal information
Compensation for Trade Secret Infringement
The Beijing Intellectual Property Court has published a guide for the protection of trade secrets. This also deals with the possibilities of claiming damages in the event of trade secret infringements. However, protecting trade secrets in court requires a clear statement of the infringement and the resulting damages. Companies should ensure that they have all… Continue reading Compensation for Trade Secret Infringement
China discloses algorithms
Deep synthesis service providers that have an influence on public opinion or social mobilization capabilities must register and implement procedures to modify and cancel registration. This also applies to technical supporters of deep synthesis services. Deep synthesis technology refers to the use of deep learning, virtual reality and other synthesis algorithms to create text, images,… Continue reading China discloses algorithms
Standard contract for data export
On May 30, 2023, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) published a guide for the registration of the Standard Contract for Personal Data Export, which explains the process, materials and results of the registration of the Standard Contract for Personal Data Export and provides some template for the registration of materials. The Standard Contract Measures… Continue reading Standard contract for data export
The importance of the UPC for Chinese companies
The Unified European Patent Court (UPC) is a new international court established by the contracting EU member states. It creates an effective forum through the Unitary Patent System to enable the enforcement and challenge of patents in Europe. The court eliminates the need for litigation in different countries and increases legal certainty through harmonized jurisdiction.… Continue reading The importance of the UPC for Chinese companies
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