Blog & IP Insights
GI vs Trademark: Protecting Regional Products in Nepal
A geographical indication (GI) identifies a product whose quality or reputation is essentially tied to a speci...
Can Two Companies Have the Same Trademark?
Yes, two companies can have the same trademark in Nepal
AI and Patents: Can an AI Be an Inventor?
A patent application in Nepal must name a natural person as the inventor
Can a Minor Own a Trademark in Nepal?
A minor can technically own a trademark in Nepal, but the Department of Industry requires an adult legal guard...
The Origins of Industrial Design Protection
Industrial design protection in Nepal traces back to the Patent, Design and Trade Mark Act, 2022 BS (1965 AD)
Apple vs Samsung: The Design Patent War Explained
The Apple vs Samsung design patent war was the most consequential intellectual-property dispute of the smartph...
Goods vs Services: Getting Your NICE Class Right
A trademark protects a brand name or logo—but only for the specific goods or services you list in your applica...
Patent Assignment Agreement: Template (Nepal)
A patent assignment agreement transfers patent ownership in Nepal through the Department of Industry. Learn th...
Patent Licensing Agreement: Clauses That Matter
A patent licensing agreement in Nepal lets you monetise your invention under the Patent, Design and Trademark...