PH leads ASEAN push on IP valuation, commercialization to power next-gen innovation economy  April 17, 2026 The Philippines, through the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), is leading a key regional initiative on intellectual property (IP) valuation and commercialization as ASEAN elevates these areas to the top of its innovation agenda at the 78th ASEAN Working Group on Intellectual Property Cooperation (AWGIPC) and related meetings, signaling continue reading : PH leads ASEAN push on IP valuation, commercialization to power next-gen innovation economy

Homegrown wellness brand takes stand against online counterfeits through E-Commerce MOU April 13, 2026 Homegrown brand Pure Living Wellness International, Inc. has strengthened its campaign against online counterfeiting and reinforced its commitment to public health and safety by signing the E-Commerce Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which aims to speed up the removal of listings and continue reading : Homegrown wellness brand takes stand against online counterfeits through E-Commerce MOU

IPOPHL, IBP QC partner to expand copyright education, free legal aid for creatives  April 8, 2026 The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has forged a partnership with the Integrated Bar of the Philippines–Quezon City Chapter (IBP QC) to strengthen access to copyright education and provide free legal assistance to Filipino creatives.  Formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed on March 31, 2026, the collaboration aims continue reading : IPOPHL, IBP QC partner to expand copyright education, free legal aid for creatives

IPOPHL urges sports fans to champion intellectual property rights for Nat’l IP Month  April 6, 2026 This National Intellectual Property Month (NIPM), the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is calling upon sporting fans and enthusiasts to uphold the intellectual property (IP) rights of their favorite sports brands, teams and players through responsible consumption practices and mindful purchasing continue reading : IPOPHL urges sports fans to champion intellectual property rights for Nat’l IP Month

US Chamber lauds IPOPHL’s anti-counterfeiting cooperation and stronger IP protection measures in 2026 Int’l IP Index  April 6, 2026 The Philippines’ intensified initiatives to fight counterfeiting and piracy and bolster intellectual property (IP) protection have gained recognition from the United States Chamber of Commerce (USCC), highlighting the country’s strengthening capacity for coordinated and proactive IP enforcement.  In its 2026 International IP Index released last month, which maintained the Philippines’ ranking at 36th out of 55 economies, the USCC observed that IPOPHL “has continue reading : US Chamber lauds IPOPHL’s anti-counterfeiting cooperation and stronger IP protection measures in 2026 Int’l IP Index

Intellectual property filings break new record in 2025, signaling stronger innovation activity  April 1, 2026 Intellectual property (IP) filings in the Philippines reached a record high in 2025, supported by higher patent, utility model and industrial design filings, indicating stronger innovation activities.  Total filings for patents, trademarks, utility models and industrial designs reached 53,231 in 2025, up 2.0% from 52,257 in continue reading : Intellectual property filings break new record in 2025, signaling stronger innovation activity

IPOPHL calls for increased local investments in innovation amid global economic uncertainties  March 31, 2026 As economies navigate rising costs and increasingly unpredictable economic landscapes, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is calling for stronger local investments to generate technologies and protect these intellectual property (IP) assets.  “In times of uncertainty, investing more intensively in innovation is an imperative. Now more than ever, innovation must be at the core of how continue reading : IPOPHL calls for increased local investments in innovation amid global economic uncertainties

IPOPHL extends Juana programs to spur women-led innovation and enterprises  March 26, 2026 Recognizing the vital role of women innovators and entrepreneurs in driving inclusive and sustainable economic advancement, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has extended its Juana incentive programs to encourage more women to protect their intellectual property (IP) assets and maximize their commercial value.  Under Memorandum Circular No. 2026-005, IPOPHL’s Juana Make a Mark (JMAM) Program—originally set to conclude on April 30—will be extended for continue reading : IPOPHL extends Juana programs to spur women-led innovation and enterprises

Western Visayas innovations spotlighted at 2026 ITSO Presidents’ Summit  March 26, 2026 The fast-advancing innovation landscape of Region VI – Western Visayas was on proud display as it played host to the recently-concluded 2026 ITSO Presidents’ Summit in Iloilo City, marking the first time the summit has been held outside Metro Manila, with the ITSOs of Region VI serving as co-organizers.  According to IPOPHL continue reading : Western Visayas innovations spotlighted at 2026 ITSO Presidents’ Summit

IPOPHL launches WIPO GREEN Acceleration Project to drive sustainable innovation in fisheries March 24, 2026 The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) officially launched last week the WIPO GREEN Acceleration Project in the Philippines, an initiative that will connect innovative and environment-friendly technologies with real needs on the ground, strengthening the country’s response to climate and sustainability challenges.  The project is continue reading : IPOPHL launches WIPO GREEN Acceleration Project to drive sustainable innovation in fisheries