WAM The UAE’s Ministry of Economy and Tourism has blocked 13,667 pirate websites for violating copyright laws in the first quarter of 2026. The campaign, part of the InstaBlock initiative, utilises artificial intelligence for real-time monitoring and immediate processing of copyright infringement reports in creative content and digital broadcasting. The...
In a step reflecting the commitment of Kuwaiti law firms to keeping pace with global developments, Dar Al Muhama Law Firm participated in the 2026 Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA), held in London from May 2 to 6. The firm was represented by its Founder and Managing...
The signing of the agreement reflects Her Highness Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi’s commitment to supporting cultural and knowledge-based initiatives that facilitate the development of the publishing industry and the strengthening of international cooperation in reprographic rights protection as well as collective rights management. It also reinforces the position of the...
Partnership aims to strengthen international cooperation in reprographic rights protection and support the growth of creative and publishing industries Sharjah: In the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Honorary President of the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA), the association signed a bilateral cooperation agreement with the Polish...
The UAE Cabinet of Ministers has recently issued Cabinet Resolution No. (112) of 2023, addressing services provided by the Ministry of Economy, with a focus on patents, industrial designs, and utility models. This resolution entails the reinstatement of official fees for all zero-rated services affected by the previous Cabinet Resolution...
As of November 5, 2023, Saudi Arabia has adopted the 12th Edition of the NICE whereas the applicant can can only select specific items of goods/services from the 12th Edition of the NICE Classification using the same wording and it is no more possible to claim class heading while it...
The Board of Directors of the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) has decided to designate the name “Saudi Arabia” as public property of the state. Consequently, any trademark registration application that includes this name must adhere to newly approved controls. These controls stipulate that the applicant for trademark registration...
Ministerial Decision 97 of 2023, which established the Grievance Committee for Patent Appeals, is a significant step in the right direction for Qatar’s intellectual property regime. This proactive measure demonstrates Qatar’s dedication to fostering a strong and open intellectual property ecosystem and is a revolutionary method to settling patent disputes.It...
Saudi Arabia’s Public Prosecution has authorized the formation of the Intellectual Property Prosecution, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday. This development aligns with the National Intellectual Property Strategy introduced by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, which aims to improve judicial services related to intellectual property issues by...