Australian regulations provide excellent protection for new ideas, inventions and products. One of the most versatile forms of intellectual property is design registration. Registering your design is an excellent way to protect the unique appearance of your products. This increases the value of your products,…
Background On 1 December 2016, Mars filed Australian patent application no. 2016365338 (the Application) for a composition which modifies a final food aroma to mimic the aroma of chocolate crumb powder. Claim 1 of the Application is directed to a chocolate composition that has two…
Artists in Australia enjoy one of the world’s most robust copyright systems. If you create artwork, you typically have the exclusive right to use, publish, reproduce and distribute your works. While Australia’s copyright legislation provides excellent protection, navigating the system and managing your claims can…
ToolGen provides a stark reminder of what not to do when filing a provisional patent. ToolGen is a Korean company involved in the development of gene editing products and services. In particular, ToolGen is focused on CRISPR/Cas technologies that allow DNA to be cut and…
Software is one of the most valuable assets a technology company can own, but protecting it through patents in the United States is more complex than most people expect. Unlike a physical invention, software exists in a legal grey zone that has kept courts and…
Australian creators are fortunate to enjoy the protection of a robust copyright system. Materials produced within Australia receive automatic protection that can be used to prevent others from copying your works. Copyright can hold significant value, especially where a work is used for commercial purposes….
Australia provides robust rights for a wide range of intellectual property. This is a major advantage for any business that is looking to sell, manufacture or distribute their products Down Under. Businesses and individuals can all benefit from trade marks and patents, but it’s also…
With Halloween around the corner, the team at Kings IP is delighted to present a selection of intriguing Halloween-themed patents. From surprise packages to pet costumes, these patents showcase invention with a touch of spookiness. Australian Patent AU4271999A Package surprise designed to contain objects The invention…
Fashion designers strive to produce unique items of clothing that reflect their brand and will have an impact on the market. Often, such items have a new pattern, silhouette, or embellishment that makes them stand out. However, with the rise of fast fashion, it can…
Table of Contents Australia’s intellectual property laws allow you to protect the distinctive parts of your business. This includes things like branding, which can have a major impact on the way customers perceive your products. However, distinctive elements include more than branding and logos. Products…
