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Malaysia's Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has dismantled a counterfeit goods operation in Johor Bahru, confiscating RM600,000 worth of fake branded items across three premises and detaining four individuals involved in the illegal trade.
Iconic Malaysian musician Datuk M. Nasir has filed a RM5 million lawsuit against MyTeksi Sdn Bhd (Grab Malaysia) for what he claims is unauthorised use of his name in marketing a beverage product, asserting his right to control his personal brand and reputation.
Shanghai-based Harbour BioMed has secured a US$20 million damages award against US pharmaceutical giant Amgen in a patent dispute, prompting the company to redirect resources toward another intellectual property case with significantly larger financial implications.
The US Supreme Court has rejected India-based Tata Consultancy Services' appeal against a $168 million damages award handed down by DXC Technology over alleged theft of confidential life-insurance software.
Thai authorities have shut down an illegal streaming network operating across Thailand and Malaysia, arresting a key suspect in Chiang Mai. The operation involved Interpol, Thai and Malaysian police, and Korean authorities.
Vietnam's Deputy Prime Minister has called for intensified enforcement against intellectual property violations, with authorities targeting a 20 per cent increase in handled cases during 2026 compared to 2025.
The US Trade Representative has initiated an investigation into Vietnam's intellectual property protection and enforcement, citing persistent concerns. The probe could result in tariffs or other trade measures similar to those imposed on China.
Illegal trade in counterfeit and pirated goods persists in Vietnamese markets despite crackdowns and looming US tariff penalties tied to intellectual property enforcement.
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living has unveiled a new intellectual property development strategy for Sabah spanning 2026-2030, aiming to protect and commercialize local products including highland agricultural goods, seaweed, and traditional handicrafts.
A High Court has ruled in favour of an Astro subsidiary, awarding RM125,000 in damages against two restaurant owners found liable for copyright infringement. The defendants had contested allegations that they broadcast protected content without authorisation.