IPOS Singapore News

IP Week @ SG 2025: IPOS Initiatives for Innovators

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) hosted IP Week @ SG 2025, announcing several initiatives to support innovators and entrepreneurs. These include practical IP guidance sessions, a framework for intangible asset disclosure, and a new platform for peer learning and mentorship.

IPOS Clarifies Target-Aupen Trademark Dispute

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) issued a statement clarifying factual inaccuracies in media reports regarding a trademark dispute between Singapore-based Aupen and U.S. retailer Target. IPOS stated it did not advise Aupen to "back down" or prioritize foreign investment, emphasizing its role is to register IP rights and promote awareness, not to provide legal advice or favor any company.

Singapore Ranks 5th in 2025 Global Innovation Index

Singapore has been ranked 5th globally in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII), maintaining its top five position for the third consecutive year. The country also climbed two spots to 9th in innovation outputs, its highest ranking in over a decade, reflecting enhanced innovation capabilities.

Public Consultation on Proposed IP Regime Changes

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to Singapore's intellectual property regime. The consultation covers patents, trade marks, registered designs, plant varieties, and geographical indications, with feedback due by November 28, 2025.

IPOS Suspends New Requests for Patent and Trademark Acceleration Programmes

The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) has announced the suspension of new requests for its SG Patents Fast and SG Trade Marks Fast acceleration programmes, effective January 4, 2026. This suspension is part of a review of these programmes and will remain in effect until further notice. Requests received before the suspension date that meet the criteria will still be processed.