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INTA Annual Meeting Live+ At A Glance
Over 8,000 innovation thought leaders, IP experts and practitioners convening at INTA — One of the largest gatherings of the global IP community
New dual-track programme — IP & Innovation Track, to discuss on cutting-edge IP legal issues and a Business Track to explore the business of intangible assets, from innovation to commercialisation.
Over 150 exhibitors will offer the latest IP solutions, trends, and strategies for IP growth
Singapore is proud to have hosted INTA's 2023 Annual Meeting Live+
Thank you for joining us! Stay tuned for event highlights.
The 2023 Annual Meeting Live+ brings together the most influential intellectual property (IP) and business professionals from across the globe. It is one of the largest gatherings of its kind taking place for the first time in Singapore. With an over-arching theme of The Business of Innovation, it will showcase educational tracks on cutting-edge IP legal issues and the business of intangible assets, from innovation to commercialization.
Missed the event in Singapore? Join INTA for the virtual meeting from 27 to 29 June 2023.
Highlights from Singapore
Catch the highlights of Singapore's participation at INTA’s Annual Meeting Live+ below.

Brand Gallery
We are proud to be the strategic #GlobalBrandHub for many international giants, and the #LocalBrandHotspot for homegrown businesses. Check out our Singapore Pavilion at INTA’s Innovation Marketplace for some amazing IP journeys and gain insight into growing your own brand here in Singapore.

Insights @ Singapore Pavilion
How can Singapore’s branding and innovation landscape help your business grow? Join us at our Singapore Pavilion and find out how your brand can stay ahead of the curve with our latest studies, product demonstrations, discussions with industry experts, and more.

Featured Speakers
Don’t miss the tips, strategies and insights that will be shared from our IP experts, practitioners and brand owners. Join us for the INTA conference programme.

Brand Gallery: Singapore As A Global Brand Hub & Local Brand Hotspot
Singapore Pavilion Programme
17th May 2023, Wednesday
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11.00am – 11.15am | [Pre-Lunch Talk] As enterprises and business owners become increasingly savvy about the value of Intangible Assets (IA) and Intellectual Property (IP), they are looking for the right type of support to achieve long-term growth and success. With so many IA/IP solutions available, it can be difficult for them to determine which ones are best suited to their needs. Introducing GoBusiness IP Grow: a one-stop portal designed for enterprises seeking IA/IP services. The government-backed platform offers comprehensive service directories and e-adviser tools to help enterprises understand their IA/IP needs based on their business objectives. As a service provider listed on our platform, you will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and services to a wider audience and be part of a network of IA/IP-related professionals across the innovation ecosystem. Join us for a sharing session on GoBusiness IP Grow and learn how you can be part of our growing community. Speaker: |
12.00pm – 12.30pm | [Lunch Panel] Taking A Brand Layover: Singapore As A Gateway Into Asia Asian demand will propel the future economy. A McKinsey study estimates that Asian consumers will account for half of global consumption growth (representing a $10 trillion opportunity) in the next decade. In other words, one in every two transactions will be made by Asian consumers. Many international brands have chosen to set up their headquarters and R&D facilities in Singapore to take advantage of its world class environment for doing business (1stglobally by the World Bank) and its vibrant innovation ecosystem (2ndin Asia by WIPO). Find out more about how Singapore supports the growth of international brands here, and how it enables enterprises to take flight into the Asia market. Moderator: Speakers: |
1.00pm – 1.15pm | [Post-lunch Talk] IPOS Go: Singapore's Go-To App For IP Protection Most of you might have heard about the world's first mobile app for trade mark registration, IPOS Go, which IPOS launched in 2019. Since then, we have enhanced the features to allow users to access more e-services on-the-go. Find out more about the recent enhancements and how businesses can:
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2.00pm – 2.30pm | [Tea-Time Panel] Empowering Your Business: Singapore's Role as a Leading Tech & IP Dispute Resolution Hub In today's rapidly changing business environment, marked by technological advancements and globalisation, disputes are a common occurrence that can disrupt growth and strain relationships. To address the complex challenges presented by disputes, particularly those arising from evolving fields of IP and technology, businesses can leverage the benefits of various dispute resolution mechanisms. In Singapore, these mechanisms provide a conducive environment for resolving disputes while preserving hard-earned relationships, enabling businesses to maintain their competitive edge in the global marketplace. By leveraging these advantages, businesses can effectively manage risks and minimise disruptions. What options are available and how can businesses effectively manage their disputes in Singapore? Join the panel to hear from our experts and find out more about resolving disputes at the Singapore International Arbitration Centre, Singapore International Mediation Centre, and Singapore International Commercial Court. Moderator: Speakers: |
3.00pm – 3.15pm | [Tea-Time Talk] AI Trends in Brand – Using Tech Insights Through Patents One solution: tap into AI patent intelligence to see emerging trends in innovation. Patent data offers rich and actionable insights to help inform business decisions and meet evolving customer needs. You can uncover potential collaborators, identify competitors, unearth hidden risks and opportunities within the tech landscape – and apply these insights to your business. Join us for a sharing session on Tech Insights through Patents (TIP) – a free web-based, easy-to-use interactive tool created by IPOS International. Experience first-hand navigating over half a million AI inventions organised according to applicants, countries, and industrial applications. Speaker: |
18th May 2023, Thursday
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Time | Programme Details |
10.00am – 10.15am | [Breakfast Talk] IPOS Go: Singapore's Go-To App For IP Protection Most of you might have heard about the world's first mobile app for trade mark registration, IPOS Go, which IPOS launched in 2019. Since then, we have enhanced the features to allow users to access more e-services on-the-go. Find out more about the recent enhancements and how businesses can:
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11.00am – 11.10am | [Pre-Lunch Talk] The Singapore Study: Firm Performance And IP International studies have found that enterprises owning intellectual property rights (IPRs) recorded higher revenues per employee. According to a study by USPTO in 2021, trademark-intensive industries led all other IP-intensive industries, accounting for close to US$7 trillion of US gross domestic product (GDP). Join us to find out more about how Singapore firms have benefited from IPR ownership. Glean insights as we reveal the results from IPOS’ study on the impact of IPR ownership on firm revenue and profit for Singapore. Speaker: |
12.00pm – 12.10pm | [Pre-Lunch Talk] The Singapore Study: Brand Value And IP A WIPO study found that value of top global brands grew from US$11 trillion in 2020 to over US$12 trillion in 2022. Beyond brands, a study by Ocean Tomo in 2020 also observed that intangibles made up 90% of all enterprise value on the S&P 500. Join us as we present our latest findings on how Singapore’s largest brands have used their intangible assets to achieve enterprise growth. Speaker: |
1.00pm – 1.15pm | [Post-Lunch Talk] AI Trends In Brand – Using Tech Insights Through Patents One solution: tap into AI patent intelligence to see emerging trends in innovation. Patent data offers rich and actionable insights to help inform business decisions and meet evolving customer needs. You can uncover potential collaborators, identify competitors, unearth hidden risks and opportunities within the tech landscape – and apply these insights to your business. Join us for a sharing session on Tech Insights through Patents (TIP) – a free web-based, easy-to-use interactive tool created by IPOS International. Experience first-hand navigating over half a million AI inventions organised according to applicants, countries, and industrial applications. Speaker: |
2.00pm – 2.30pm | [Post-Lunch Panel Discussion] Brands Beyond Borders: From Local Brands To Global Superstars No longer a red dot in innovation, Singapore is now a hotbed of home-grown companies seeking a foothold in global markets. Local brands in Singapore have demonstrated resilience during the Covid pandemic. A recent study suggests that close to 2,000 local brands are seeking to scale their business and diversify their revenue sources beyond Singapore as the global economy recovers from the pandemic. In their journey to seize opportunities in the global markets, local brands are equipped with skills and resources through partnerships and initiatives from the government and enterprises. Join us in this panel as we showcase the programmes and partners that home-grown brands may tap on to become the next global superstar. Moderator: Speakers: |
3.00pm – 3.15pm | [Post-Lunch Talk] GoBusiness IP Grow: Growing Your Networks With Enterprises As enterprises and business owners become increasingly savvy about the value of Intangible Assets (IA) and Intellectual Property (IP), they are looking for the right type of support to achieve long-term growth and success. With so many IA/IP solutions available, it can be difficult for them to determine which ones are best suited to their needs. Introducing GoBusiness IP Grow: a one-stop portal designed for enterprises seeking IA/IP services. The government-backed platform offers comprehensive service directories and e-adviser tools to help enterprises understand their IA/IP needs based on their business objectives. As a service provider listed on our platform, you will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise and services to a wider audience and be part of a network of IA/IP-related professionals across the innovation ecosystem. Join us for a sharing session on GoBusiness IP Grow and learn how you can be part of our growing community. Speaker: |
19th May 2023, Friday
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Time | Programme Details |
11.00am – 11.10am | [Pre-Lunch Talk] The Singapore Study: Brand Value And IP A WIPO study found that value of top global brands grew from US$11 trillion in 2020 to over US$12 trillion in 2022. Beyond brands, a study by Ocean Tomo in 2020 also observed that intangibles made up 90% of all enterprise value on the S&P 500. Join us as we present our latest findings on how Singapore’s largest brands have used their intangible assets to achieve enterprise growth. Speaker: |
12.00pm – 12.15pm | [Lunch Talk] IPOS Go: Singapore's Go-To App For IP Protection Most of you might have heard about the world's first mobile app for trade mark registration, IPOS Go, which IPOS launched in 2019. Since then, we have enhanced the features to allow users to access more e-services on-the-go. Find out more about the recent enhancements and how businesses can:
Speaker: |
1.00pm – 1.10pm | [Post-Lunch Talk] International studies have found that enterprises owning intellectual property rights (IPRs) recorded higher revenues per employee. According to a study by USPTO in 2021, trademark-intensive industries led all other IP-intensive industries, accounting for close to US$7 trillion of US gross domestic product (GDP). Join us to find out more about how Singapore firms have benefited from IPR ownership. Glean insights as we reveal the results from IPOS’ study on the impact of IPR ownership on firm revenue and profit for Singapore. |
Featured Speakers at INTA's Annual Meeting Live+ 2023
17th May 2023, Wednesday
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Speaker | Time | Track | Programme |
Dr Stanley Lai, | 11.15am – 12.30pm | IP & Innovation | Copyright in the Future: Views from Leading IP Offices |
Mrs Rena Lee, | 9.00am – 11.00am | IP & Innovation | Future of IP in Asia – WIPO Meeting with Heads of IP Offices in Asia |
11.30am – 12.00pm | Business | Capsule Keynote: Singapore's Insights |
18th May 2023, Thursday
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Speaker | Time | Track | Programme |
Mrs Rena Lee, | 3.30pm – 4.30pm | IP & Innovation | IP Office of the Future: How to Build an Action Plan for a 21st Century IP Office |
Ms Andrea Chiu, | 2.15pm – 2.45pm | Business | IP Commercialisation: How Can you Exploit your IP Beyond Your Own Product and Services |
19th May 2023, Friday
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Speaker | Time | Track | Programme |
Mr Ng Wei Qiang, | 1.30pm – 2.30pm | IP & Innovation | The Conundrum of Protecting a Shape: How to Design a Marquee Strategy |
Other Highlights
16th May 2023, Tuesday
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Date | Time | Programme Details |
16 May 2023 | 4.00pm - 6.00pm | Presentations by Ministry of Law and Singapore Dispute Resolution Institutions, and tour of Maxwell Chambers
Registration Closed |
Media Materials
17 MAY 2023 | Media Release
Global Conference Spotlights Singapore As Brand & Business Hub
17 MAY 2023 | Opinion
International Expansion: Why Branding And Intellectual Property Matter More Than Ever
29 APR 2023 | An Interview with IPOS Chief Executive, Rena Lee
Singapore — A Global IP and Innovation Hub
20 APR 2023 | Press Release
International Trade Association Announces Dynamic Keynote Speakers for its 2023 Annual Meeting Live+
6 APR 2023 | Press Release
