IP news

The prolonged patent examination process remains a major concern for many inventors and enterprises looking to enter the Vietnamese market. Having to wait years for a patent grant can lead to missed commercialization opportunities or render the technology obsolete before it even receives protection. To provide readers with a comprehensive...

In today's globalized knowledge economy, patents and utility solutions represent the most valuable intangible assets of any innovative enterprise. Securing timely intellectual property (IP) protection not only prevents competitors from misappropriating your technology but also establishes an absolute commercial monopoly. As a highly recognized, full-service Intellectual Property Agent in Vietnam,...

(THPL) – Lawyer Nguyễn Thanh Hà, Chairman of SBLAW, stated that as Vietnam seeks to attract high-quality investment, particularly in sectors such as technology, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, digital content, and AI, the level of intellectual property protection is an extremely important criterion. Vietnam’s inclusion by the United States Trade Representative (USTR)...

The Intellectual Property (IP) Law, as amended in 2025, officially came into effect on April 1, 2026. While previous amendments to the IP Law primarily focused on issues related to the establishment and enforcement of rights to meet practical demands and fulfill international commitments in new-generation FTAs, the 2025...

In the highly competitive footwear and fashion industry, aesthetic appearance and structural product contours are the primary drivers of brand valuation and consumer conversion. To safeguard creative intelligence and preemptively block product design cloning by market rivals, securing exclusive industrial design protection is a non-negotiable business strategy. SBLAW is proud...