Understanding The Hague Agreement on Industrial Designs: A Guide For IP Protection
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IP,
Decoded
Introducing IP, Decoded the De Beer Attorneys newsletter and resource centre featuring concise, informative and entertaining legal content. Check out a few of our most recent posts below and if you like what you read, subscribe to our mailing list and follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with our latest releases.
Aisha Playton
Sep 84 min read
What is Trademark Infringement? A Complete Guide
Trademark infringement can damage your brand by causing consumer confusion and diluting your identity. Check out this post to learn more.
Aisha Playton
Sep 63 min read
What is Intellectual Property Law (IP)? A Guide to Protecting Your Creations in Africa
Intellectual property law is all about protecting what you create—whether it's an invention, a logo, a song, or a product design. This...
Aisha Playton
Sep 63 min read
What is a Trademark? Understanding the Basics of Legal Trademark Protection in Africa
Are you curious to learn about trademark protection? Check out this comprehensive guide.
Aisha Playton
Aug 3112 min read
Dapper Dan: The King of Logomania Who Led a Trademark Law Rebellion
Have you heard of Dapper Dan? Check out this piece discussing his iconic journey traversing the worlds of fashion and intellectual property.
Aisha Playton
Aug 266 min read
Here's Your Guide to Understanding Common Law Trademark Rights in South Africa
Have you heard of common law trademark rights? We'd love to tell you more! Check out this article.
Aisha Playton
Aug 265 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Trademark Protection & Registration in South Africa
Here's all you need to know to protect your trademark rights in South Africa.
Aisha Playton
Aug 263 min read
Here's Why Trademark Protection is Essential For Your Brand
In today's crowded marketplace, taking advantage of every means possible to stand out from your competitors is crucial to the survival of...
Aisha Playton
Aug 224 min read
The Territorial Nature of Trademarks: A Comprehensive Guide
Trademark registration is essential for protecting your brand in today’s competitive market. However, understanding the territorial...
Aisha Playton
Jul 263 min read
Patent Power @ The Games: Key Innovations at the Paris Olympics
Check out this article to learn how innovations and patents at the 2024 Paris Olympics are reshaping sports and IP law.
Aisha Playton
Jul 223 min read
IPACSA: An Expert-Driven Take on Alternative Dispute Resolution in South African IP
Transforming IP litigation in South Africa, IPACSA offers expert-driven alternatives in copyright, trademark, and patent disputes.
Aisha Playton
Jul 188 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Egypt
Navigate trademark prosecution in Egypt with De Beer Attorneys. In our guide, we share expert tips for securing TM rights in the region.
Aisha Playton
Jul 22 min read
OAPI Goes Digital: Celebrating the Adoption of Virtual Trademark Filing & Maintenance Protocols
Have you heard? OAPI is going digital! Click here to learn more about the digitisation of trademark prosecution across this IP system.
Aisha Playton
Jun 262 min read
All Roads Lead to Africa: Unpacking the ARIPO & CNIPA Patent Prosecution Highway Collaboration
China has yet again cemented its commitment to partnering with African nations with its latest collaboration with the ARIPO IP system.
Aisha Playton
Jun 256 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Angolan Trademark Registration
Check out this sixth instalment of our trademark cheatsheet series where we take a deep dive into TM prosecution in vibrant Angola.
Aisha Playton
Jun 55 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Namibia
Unlock the basics of trademark prosecution in Namibia with the exclusive De Beer Attorneys African Trademark Cheatsheet Series.
Aisha Playton
May 174 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Mauritius
In the fourth instalment of our TM Cheatsheet series we take a deep dive into trademark prosecution basics in Mauritius. Click to read more!
Aisha Playton
Apr 263 min read
Check Out These 7 Pivotal & Proudly South African Inventions
This World IP Day, discover seven remarkable South African inventions and their impact on the international market. Click to learn more!
Aisha Playton
Apr 245 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Mozambique
Unveiling the third edition of our African trademark cheatsheet! Click here to explore the intricacies of TM prosecution in Mozambique.
Aisha Playton
Apr 114 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Nigerian Trademark Registration
Check out the second instalment of our African trademark cheatsheet series, where we dissect TM prosecution in the Giant of Africa, Nigeria!
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