By: Lyrinda Persaud, Legal Officer II To disclaim, or not to disclaim, that is the question: How does it apply to what’s in a name? For descriptive and generic terms, it may be a suggestion, Or for geographical terms and common shapes or devices...
More infoThe Steelpan GI: A Milestone for Pan Trinbago and Trinidad and Tobago
In a landmark achievement for Trinidad and Tobago’s cultural and economic heritage, the steelpan, the country’s national instrument, has officially been registered as a Geographical Indication (GI). On August 9, 2024, at the inaugural World...
More infoTrade Marks in Trinidad and Tobago: Registration, Rights and Legal Remedies
A trade mark is an intellectual property (IP) right which protects/safeguards any sign capable of being represented graphically that distinguishes the goods or services of one business from another. Trade mark protection can be applied to words...
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The TTIPO is partnering with The University of the West Indies, through the St. Augustine Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (STACIE), to implement the Inter-American Development Bank-funded project “Digital Innovations for Sustainable...
More infoAppropriate Technology Competition 2025
Appropriate Technology (AT) is technology that can provide solutions which are not usually patentable to the problems that arise in everyday life, taking into account the particular environmental, social or economic conditions of the community or...
More infoIntellectual Property Protection in International Trade
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) states that intellectual property (IP) is, “a powerful tool for growth and sustainable development, and acts as a catalyst for job creation, economic development and social vibrancy.”[1] IP was...
More infoDigital Innovations for Sustainable Environmental and Economic Recovery in Trinidad and Tobago Project
The University of the West Indies, through the St. Augustine Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is the executing agency for the Digital Innovations for Sustainable Environmental and Economic Recovery in Trinidad and Tobago project. The...
More infoCALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR MISSION-ORIENTED INNOVATION (MOI) PILOT PROJECT
The St. Augustine Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (STACIE) of The University of the West Indies, in conjunction with the Trinidad and Tobago Intellectual Property Office (TTIPO), are pleased to announce the call for nominations for...
More infoOnline Trademark Search Databases
The Intellectual Property Office is happy to announce that you can search for Trademarks online via our new trademark search system, WIPO’s Global Brands Database, and EUIPO’s TM View.
More infoIntroductory Webinar on Intangible Assets/Intellectual Property Valuation
The St. Augustine Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (STACIE) of The University of the West Indies (UWI) in conjunction with the Trinidad and Tobago Intellectual Property Office (TTIPO) is pleased to invite you to attend an Introductory...
More infoPublic Notice – Online Payment System
Please be advised our online payment system will not beaccessible on Tuesday 18th July, 2023 from 4:00p.m. to 6:00p.m. due to a routine maintenance update. Please follow our social media channels for further updates. We apologise for any...
More infoPublic Notice – Online Payment System
Our online payment system will not be accessible on Friday 2nd June 2023 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm due to a mandatory upgrade. Please follow our social media channels for further updates. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may have...
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