Core Insights - The sales related to "LABUBU" have increased more than eightfold within a year, reaching 3 billion RMB in the 2024 fiscal year, which is 8.3 times the previous fiscal year [4] - The company plans to expand its store count outside of China to approximately 230 by the end of the 2025 fiscal year, an increase of 80% from the previous fiscal year [2] - The total market value of the company has risen to approximately 250 billion HKD, surpassing Japan's Sanrio [5] Company Performance - The company's revenue for the 2024 fiscal year increased to 13 billion RMB, which is 2.1 times the previous fiscal year, while net profit reached 3.1 billion RMB, a 2.9 times increase [4] - The COO stated that LABUBU figurines have become a fashion statement among young people globally [4] Market Expansion - The company has accelerated its overseas market expansion, with plans to open 100 stores in Japan, Thailand, and other regions by 2025 [6] - As of 2024, the company has established 130 stores outside of China, with overseas business accounting for nearly 40% of total revenue [6] Competitive Landscape - The company is known for developing proprietary IP products in collaboration with various artists, distinguishing itself from competitors like Miniso, which focuses on collaborations with well-known IPs [4] - The company is seen as a pioneer in China's IP business, moving away from traditional manufacturing to focus on creative product development [4][6] Industry Context - The company is positioned as a representative enterprise in Asia's character economy, reflecting a shift in China's economic model from manufacturing to innovation and IP utilization [5][6] - The ongoing trade tensions between China and the U.S. may impact production costs and pricing strategies, with potential price increases in the U.S. market being hinted at by the COO [7]

中新网哈尔滨5月30日电(记者孙自法)以平台"一根针"成功穿起知识产权服务"千条线"、实现"全链条、 一站式"知识产权保护、找准知识产权在促进民营经济发展中的定位和作用、"蒙"字标更是内蒙古优质 农畜产品走向全国走向世界的"品质身份证"…… 5月30日下午，"知识产权助力新时代东北全面振兴"新闻发布会在哈尔滨举行。中新网记者孙自法摄 聚焦"知识产权助力新时代东北全面振兴"主题，国家知识产权局5月30日下午在哈尔滨举行新闻发布 会，黑龙江、吉林、辽宁、内蒙古三省一区知识产权部门负责人同台回应媒体提问，"论剑"知识产权保 护、运用和如何助力当地经济社会发展，推动东北振兴。 吉林省知识产权局局长李继武介绍说，吉林省大力推进知识产权强省建设，知识产权全链条保护能力稳 步提升。一是推进法治化建设，提升知识产权保护效能；二是强化全链条保护，促进产业创新发展；三 是深化体制机制改革，营造良好创新环境。 强化全链条保护方面，吉林省建设新质生产力知识产权保护先导区，助推科技创新和新质生产力发展； 建设知识产权保护核心区，实现"全链条、一站式"知识产权保护；建设现代农业知识产权保护特色园 区，提升种业品种权培育能力；建设光电信息 ...

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the first joint people's mediation committee in the field of intellectual property in Beijing aims to address complex and significant intellectual property disputes, providing comprehensive services including dispute investigation, mediation, and legal education [1] Group 1: Committee Establishment - The Beijing Intellectual Property Dispute Joint People's Mediation Committee was established on May 29 [1] - This committee will focus on mediating major and complex intellectual property disputes, including those involving foreign parties [1] Group 2: Existing Framework - Prior to this, Beijing had set up 20 specialized intellectual property dispute mediation committees and 15 mediation studios [1] - A trained team of over 400 mediators with both technical and legal backgrounds has been developed [1] Group 3: Mediation Achievements - The mediation committees have handled over 83,000 disputes, with more than 30,000 successful mediations [1] - The mediation services cover both pre-litigation and in-litigation mediation comprehensively [1]

Core Insights - The article discusses the transformation of intellectual property (IP) into valuable assets through various initiatives in Chongqing, particularly at the Liangjiang New Area's Mingyue Lake Digital Technology Industry IP Operation Center [1][4] Group 1: Intellectual Property Operations - The Mingyue Lake IP Operation Center has collected and analyzed nearly 3,000 patent supply and demand information, achieving over 100 patent transformations and securing more than 52 million yuan in IP pledge financing this year [1][6] - The center has established a patent supply-demand database to facilitate patent transfers and licenses, and has conducted various activities such as roadshows and training to promote the commercialization of IP [4][7] Group 2: Case Studies of Successful IP Transformation - The West China Research Institute of Computing Technology successfully transferred seven patent technologies to enterprises for over 2 million yuan through the center's facilitation [2] - The Beijing University of Technology's Chongqing Research Institute collaborated with Qiaoan IoT Technology Co., Ltd. to integrate four patents and three software copyrights, valued at 300,000 yuan, into the company, leading to applications in major infrastructure projects [3] Group 3: Financial Support through IP - Chongqing Weizhe Technology Co., Ltd. received nearly 3 million yuan in loans through IP pledge financing, significantly alleviating its financial pressure [5][6] - The center has facilitated over 52 million yuan in IP pledge financing for more than ten companies this year, demonstrating the effectiveness of IP as a financial asset [6] Group 4: Collaborative Initiatives - The center has initiated the establishment of the Mingyue Lake IP Operation Alliance, which currently includes over 70 member units, to enhance collaboration between research institutions and enterprises [7] - The center has also set up various support facilities, including an overseas IP dispute response guidance station and a knowledge protection center, to bolster collaborative innovation and risk management [7]

Core Viewpoint - The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has made its first visit to Hainan, China, to enhance overseas intellectual property protection capabilities for enterprises, reflecting the growing demand for international IP protection as Hainan Free Trade Port develops [2][3]. Group 1: Event Overview - WIPO, invited by the Hainan Provincial Council for the Promotion of International Trade, held training activities in Sanya and Haikou from May 27 to 29, focusing on the Madrid international trademark registration system and overseas IP protection [2]. - Nearly 200 representatives from provincial IP service agencies, legal associations, and export-oriented enterprises participated in discussions on global IP protection and its commercial application in Hainan [2]. Group 2: Training Content - Experts from WIPO and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade provided detailed explanations of the application processes for the Madrid system, the Hague system, and the PCT legal framework, addressing common issues in foreign commercial contracts and overseas rights protection [3]. - The training included strategies for dispute resolution and comprehensive solutions to the "three 80% dilemmas" faced by Chinese enterprises in overseas IP protection [3]. Group 3: Future Collaboration - WIPO's Director of the Madrid System Operations expressed that this event marks a new starting point for cooperation, aiming to deepen collaboration with Hainan to build a brand economy and support the construction and industrial transformation of the Free Trade Port [3]. - The Hainan Provincial Council for the Promotion of International Trade plans to align with international rules and connect global IP resources to establish an international IP system for enterprises in Hainan [3].

2025.05. 30 本文字数：1624，阅读时长大约3分钟 导读 ：天下之事，不难于立法，而难于法之必行。 民法典明确：自然人的人身自由、人格尊严受法律保护；法人、非法人组织享有名称权、名誉权和荣 誉权受法律保护，侵权方要受到追究并承担侵权赔偿等责任。根据最高法近日公布的数据，从民法典 施行到今年4月30日，全国各级人民法院共审结人格权纠纷案件80.41万件。其中既有公民个人也有 一些市场主体人格权受到侵害的案例。 中国法学会民法学研究会会长、中国人民大学一级教授王利明日前在接受检察日报记者专访时表示， 民法典通过人格权独立成编，全面维护人民群众进入新时代后不断提升的精神层面的需求，全面强化 了对人格尊严的维护，使人民群众不仅吃得饱、穿得暖，而且活得更体面、更有尊严。 作者 | 一财评论员 5月28日是新中国第一部以法典命名的法律《中华人民共和国民法典》（下称"民法典"）的五岁生 日。 2020年5月28日，十三届全国人大三次会议表决通过了这部法典，于次年1月1日施行。在随后的几 年间，包括公民个人在内的各类民事主体的合法权益得到了更为充分的保护，成效斐然。 民法典被称为"社会生活的百科全书"，也是民事主 ...

Core Insights - The photovoltaic industry in China is experiencing unprecedented deep adjustments, with companies facing significant operational losses and intensified "involution" competition, necessitating a shift from cost competition to value creation through technological innovation and strategic adjustments [1][2][3] Industry Performance - In 2024, the photovoltaic industry faced severe challenges, with a new installed capacity of 277.57 GW, a year-on-year increase of 28.3%. However, the industry saw a significant decline in revenue, with major companies like JinkoSolar reporting a revenue drop of 22.08% to 92.471 billion yuan, and LONGi Green Energy experiencing a 36.23% decline to 82.58 billion yuan [2] - The photovoltaic equipment sector reported a revenue of 927.1 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a negative growth of 22.81%, with a net profit loss of 26.6 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 127.13% [2] Financial Struggles - The loss-making trend among photovoltaic companies is expanding, with cash flow crises becoming more pronounced. However, some companies like Sungrow reported a revenue increase of 50.92% to 19.036 billion yuan in Q1 2025, alongside a net profit growth of 82.52% [3] - Overall, the profit recovery across the photovoltaic industry chain remains limited, with companies still under operational pressure [3] Competitive Landscape - The industry is plagued by "involution" competition, characterized by price wars and patent disputes, leading to widespread losses across the supply chain. For instance, the price of monocrystalline silicon dropped from 65,000 yuan/ton at the beginning of 2024 to 40,000 yuan/ton by year-end [4] - The ongoing patent wars, such as the lawsuits between Trina Solar and Canadian Solar, further exacerbate competition, with claims reaching up to 1.058 billion yuan [4][6] Innovation and Future Strategies - To overcome current challenges, the photovoltaic industry must focus on technological innovation and diversify business models. Emphasizing high-efficiency battery technologies like PERC, HJT, and TOPCon is crucial for sustainable development [7] - Collaborative international expansion is emerging as a new model for the industry, involving upstream and downstream partnerships to mitigate risks in foreign markets and enhance competitiveness [8]

Group 1 - The core issue highlighted is the misleading practices of companies using deceptive trademarks that confuse consumers about the quality and characteristics of their products, such as "一品牛肉干" being made of pork instead of beef and a "120W charger" actually having a power of 12W [1] - These deceptive trademarks, while registered, can damage the company's credibility and lead to consumer distrust, even if the company's advertising complies with legal standards [1] - The article emphasizes that trademarks should not be misleading and that registered trademarks can be declared invalid if they are found to be deceptive or cause public misunderstanding about product quality [1] Group 2 - Companies are encouraged to focus on long-term development by ensuring quality, service, and consumer rights, rather than seeking shortcuts [2] - Regulatory bodies are urged to update and refine trademark examination rules and to take timely action against problematic trademarks, as well as to improve the legal framework surrounding intellectual property [2] - There is a call for strengthening the enforcement of intellectual property rights and creating a safer consumer environment through comprehensive management systems [2]

Core Viewpoint - The rapid development of Intellectual Property Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) is driven by supportive policies, improved market conditions, and the urgent financing needs of enterprises, particularly in the technology sector [2][4]. Group 1: Policy Support - The Chinese government has implemented a series of policies to promote the development of knowledge property ABS, including the China Securities Regulatory Commission's initiative to explore knowledge property asset securitization [2][4]. - Local governments have also introduced tailored measures to support knowledge property ABS, creating a synergistic effect with national policies [2]. Group 2: Market Environment - The enhancement of intellectual property protection and stricter infringement penalties have significantly increased the market value stability of intellectual property, boosting investor confidence [2][3]. - The growing awareness of knowledge property ABS among financial institutions, including banks and securities firms, has stimulated the issuance of related products [3]. Group 3: Enterprise Demand - Technology companies, characterized by "light assets and heavy intellectual property," face challenges in traditional financing due to the lack of fixed asset collateral, which knowledge property ABS can address by converting intangible assets into tradable financial assets [3]. - The successful securitization of intellectual property not only provides funding for R&D projects but also signals the company's technological strength and innovation potential to the market [3][4]. - The process of intellectual property securitization encourages companies to better manage and protect their intellectual property, fostering a virtuous cycle of innovation investment and financing support [3].

5月27日至28日，第十八次中美欧日韩知识产权五局(IP5)合作局长系列会议在天津召开，会议由中国国 家知识产权局轮值主办。中国国家知识产权局局长申长雨主持会议。欧洲专利局局长安东尼奥.坎普诺 斯、日本特许厅长官小野洋太、韩国特许厅厅长金完基分别率团出席。世界知识产权组织(WIPO)高级 代表五十栖毅以观察员身份列席会议。同期还举行了五局与产业界会议。(国家知识产权局) ...