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IP,
Decoded
Introducing IP, Decoded the De Beer Attorneys newsletter and resource centre featuring concise, informative and entertaining legal content. Check out a few of our most recent posts below and if you like what you read, subscribe to our mailing list and follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with our latest releases.


Here's Your Guide to Understanding Common Law Trademark Rights in South Africa
Have you heard of common law trademark rights? We'd love to tell you more! Check out this article.
Aisha Playton
Aug 26, 20246 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Trademark Protection & Registration in South Africa
Here's all you need to know to protect your trademark rights in South Africa.
Aisha Playton
Aug 26, 20245 min read


Here's Why Trademark Protection is Essential For Your Brand
In today's crowded marketplace, taking advantage of every means possible to stand out from your competitors is crucial to the survival of...
Aisha Playton
Aug 26, 20243 min read


The Territorial Nature of Trademarks: A Comprehensive Guide
Trademark registration is essential for protecting your brand in today’s competitive market. However, understanding the territorial...
Aisha Playton
Aug 22, 20244 min read


Patent Power @ The Games: Key Innovations at the Paris Olympics
Check out this article to learn how innovations and patents at the 2024 Paris Olympics are reshaping sports and IP law.
Aisha Playton
Jul 26, 20243 min read


IPACSA: An Expert-Driven Take on Alternative Dispute Resolution in South African IP
Transforming IP litigation in South Africa, IPACSA offers expert-driven alternatives in copyright, trademark, and patent disputes.
Aisha Playton
Jul 22, 20243 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Egypt
Navigate trademark prosecution in Egypt with De Beer Attorneys. In our guide, we share expert tips for securing TM rights in the region.
Aisha Playton
Jul 18, 20248 min read


OAPI Goes Digital: Celebrating the Adoption of Virtual Trademark Filing & Maintenance Protocols
Have you heard? OAPI is going digital! Click here to learn more about the digitisation of trademark prosecution across this IP system.
Aisha Playton
Jul 2, 20242 min read


All Roads Lead to Africa: Unpacking the ARIPO & CNIPA Patent Prosecution Highway Collaboration
China has yet again cemented its commitment to partnering with African nations with its latest collaboration with the ARIPO IP system.
Aisha Playton
Jun 26, 20242 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Angolan Trademark Registration
Check out this sixth instalment of our trademark cheatsheet series where we take a deep dive into TM prosecution in vibrant Angola.
Aisha Playton
Jun 25, 20246 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Namibia
Unlock the basics of trademark prosecution in Namibia with the exclusive De Beer Attorneys African Trademark Cheatsheet Series.
Aisha Playton
Jun 5, 20245 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Mauritius
In the fourth instalment of our TM Cheatsheet series we take a deep dive into trademark prosecution basics in Mauritius. Click to read more!
Aisha Playton
May 17, 20244 min read


Check Out These 7 Pivotal & Proudly South African Inventions
This World IP Day, discover seven remarkable South African inventions and their impact on the international market. Click to learn more!
Aisha Playton
Apr 26, 20243 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Mozambique
Unveiling the third edition of our African trademark cheatsheet! Click here to explore the intricacies of TM prosecution in Mozambique.
Aisha Playton
Apr 24, 20245 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Nigerian Trademark Registration
Check out the second instalment of our African trademark cheatsheet series, where we dissect TM prosecution in the Giant of Africa, Nigeria!
Aisha Playton
Apr 11, 20244 min read


TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in South Africa
Transform you African brand protection strategy with De Beer Attorneys. Introducing our exclusive African TM cheatsheet series!
Aisha Playton
Apr 1, 20243 min read


Abduraouph Kamaar Recognised in 2023 Managing IP Rankings
Our Managing Director, Abduraouph Kamaar, has been honoured with the prestigious Rising Star ranking in the 2023 IP Stars Awards.
Aisha Playton
Feb 11, 20241 min read


Hip-Hop's Copyright Code: A Deep Dive Into How The Genre Has Forged Its Own Ethic in IP
Do you love hip-hop? Well, we've put together an in-depth report on the mega-music genre in celebration of its 50th anniversary.
Aisha Playton
Nov 7, 202312 min read


Fine Art Fleecing: Unpacking the Tech-Savvy Decolonisation Efforts of Disruptive NFT Startup, LOOTY
LOOTY is a groundbreaking NFT-based startup that creates NFTs of iconic seized colonial-era artworks.
Aisha Playton
Nov 7, 20235 min read


Here's Our Case For An African Iteration of Agri-Tech Coalition Seed Valley
Have you heard of Seed Valley? Check out our profile on the Netherlands-based agri-tech coalition
Aisha Playton
Oct 30, 20234 min read
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