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Franchise Trademark License in the Philippines: How It Works Under the IP Code
A franchise trademark license in the Philippines is a technology transfer arrangement registrable with the IPO. Learn how the IP Code governs it.
AI Training Data and Copyright in the Philippines: What the IP Code Says
How does Philippine copyright law apply to AI training data? Learn what the Intellectual Property Code protects and what it leaves unanswered.
Open Source License Compliance for Philippine Technology Companies
Open source license compliance in the Philippines: how the IP Code treats software, what technology transfer rules apply, and how to stay compliant.
Franchisee Rights in the Philippines: What the Law and Contract Protect
Understand franchisee rights in the Philippines — how the Consumer Act, IP Code, and your franchise agreement protect you, and what to check before signing.
Trade Secrets Protection in the Philippines: How the IP Code Safeguards Undisclosed Information
Trade secrets protection in the Philippines falls under the Intellectual Property Code, which covers undisclosed information and unfair competition.
Trade Name vs Trademark: Priority Rights and Protection Under the IP Code
The Supreme Court clarifies when a trade name can defeat a trademark registration, and the limits of priority rights under the IP Code.
Cable TV Operators and Copyright: The Communication to the Public Right in the Digital Age
When does a cable operator infringe copyright? The Supreme Court clarifies the "communication to the public" right under the IP Code.
Trademarks and Domain Names in the Philippines: The Kolin Case on Registration Rights
The Supreme Court clarifies how trademark rights apply to domain name registrations under the IP Code, using the Kolin dispute as a guide.
Trademark Ownership in the Philippines: First-to-File Rule Explained
The Supreme Court clarifies that under the IP Code, trademark ownership is acquired through registration, not prior use.
Trademark Infringement Search Warrants: Probable Cause in IP Cases Explained
Supreme Court clarifies the standard of probable cause for search warrants in trademark infringement and unfair competition cases under the IP Code.
Trademark Protection for Well-Known Marks Extends to Unrelated Goods Under IP Code
The Supreme Court clarifies how Section 123.1(f) of the IP Code protects well-known marks like Rolex even against use on unrelated goods or services.