Global IP Information

2026-07-13

IPO Launches Auto-Suggestion Feature for Goods and Services Names in Trademark Searches

TIPO

To provide a smarter and more convenient trademark search service, the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs announced today (the 13th) the addition of an "auto-suggestion for goods and services names" feature to its trademark search system. This feature assists applicants in quickly and accurately looking up names for designated goods or services prior to filing, thereby reducing the likelihood of needing to make corrections due to non-compliant entries and saving both time and costs associated with the application process.

2026-07-07

Assignment Center Patent Search Service Alert

USPTO

Effective July 24, 2026, Assignment Search will be enhanced to provide updated assignment information, helping users access the most current assignment data available.

2026-07-06

MOIP Held Bilateral Meetings on the Sidelines of the IP5 Heads of Office Meeting

MOIP

The Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP) of the Republic of Korea, headed by Minister KIM Yong Sun, announced that it held a series of bilateral meetings on June 10 with its key cooperation partner offices attending the IP5 Heads of Office Meeting* held in Tokyo, Japan.

2026-07-03

Enhancing International Credibility Inscribing “Republic of Korea” on Intellectual Property Registration Certificates

MOIP

The Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP), led by Minister KIM Yong Sun, announced that partial amendments to the Enforcement Rules of the Trademark Act and the Enforcement Rules of the Design Protection Act will take effect starting on June 17, 2026. The amendments aim enhance the international recognition and credibility of trademark and design certificates and streamline related application procedures.

2026-07-01

New serial number series begins for applications

USPTO

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)’s trademark serial number system provides an eight-digit unique identifier for every trademark application. Over the years, we’ve usually assigned numbers in ascending order. However, with applications now starting with the 99-series, you may be wondering what happens next. On July 18, 2026, the USPTO will begin issuing a new range of serial numbers for applications filed under sections 1 or 44 of the Trademark Act.

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