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Saudi Gazette
25-05-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
Over 35,000 counterfeit smartphones and accessories seized in Riyadh
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Inspection teams from the Ministry of Commerce have seized more than 35,000 counterfeit smartphones and accessories at a facility in Riyadh. The inspection teams, in cooperation with the security authorities, raided the facility. They found counterfeit phones of unknown origin and accessories, including charging cables, earphones, and other items in the warehouses of the firm. They also detected labels used to fake the country of origin and labels of well-known brands. The facility was closed and those involved in the fraud were referred to the concerned authorities to take punitive measures against them. The counterfeiting case was also referred to the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. According to the provisions of the Anti-Commercial Fraud Law, penalties for violators of the law may include imprisonment for three years, fines of up to SR1 million or both. Violators may also be subject to deportation of their workers, and public shaming of violators following enforceable court rulings. The Ministry of Commerce previously issued its quarterly consumer sector report for the first quarter of 2025, which included an overview of inspection tours across the Kingdom in general, and particularly in the Makkah and Madinah regions during the Umrah and Hajj seasons, as well as consumer protection initiatives. The ministry conducted more than 132,000 inspection visits across various economic sectors and activities all over the Kingdom during the first quarter of 2025. Efforts to combat commercial fraud included more than 126,000 visits, and more than 6,500 inspection visits to combat cover up.
Saudi Gazette
12-05-2025
- Business
- Saudi Gazette
3.6 million infringing intellectual property materials seized and 34,000 websites blocked in 2024
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) revealed the seizure of 3.6 million infringing materials, in addition to the blocking and removal of approximately 34,000 infringing websites in 2024. This was achieved through 20,000 inspection tours carried out in 51 cities across the Kingdom to protect rights, promote compliance, and safeguard creative rights. In its 2024 annual report, the authority said that the removal of violating websites took place within just 50 minutes, demonstrating its technical readiness and professionalism in combating violations. During the same period, the SAIP received 52,400 trademark applications, recording a 16 percent growth over the previous year, in addition to 8,000 patent applications, 2,500 copyright applications, a growth of over 63 percent, and 2,100 design applications. The acceleration of processing procedures contributed to the completion of some applications in just one day, making the Kingdom one of the fastest IP offices in the world. In the field of training and awareness, more than 25,000 trainees benefited from the Intellectual Property Academy's programs. The rate of intellectual property awareness increased to 65.8 percent, an increase of 16.9 percent over the previous year. The authority also provided advisory and guidance services to 6,000 beneficiaries through its IP clinics. On the international level, Saudi Arabia has strengthened its position as an international intellectual property center. The SAIP began its work as an International Searching and Preliminary Examining Authority under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT/ISA/IPEA) and adopted the Riyadh Design Law Treaty (DLT) during the Diplomatic Conference on the DLT, held in Riyadh from November 11 to 22, 2024. An international trust fund was established in cooperation with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Around 2000 participants from 75 countries have benefited from the authority's programs. The SAIP has achieved a 94 percent score on the Procedures Documentation Index, achieved a 79 percent beneficiary satisfaction rate, and employee engagement reached 83 percent, in a work environment that strives for leadership and continuous development.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia ranks among top countries in global IP index with 55% score surge
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has recorded a significant leap in the 2025 edition of the International Intellectual Property Index, issued by the American Chamber of Commerce, achieving a 55% increase in its overall score — one of the highest gains among the 30 global economies covered by the report. The Kingdom's performance reflects its growing commitment to fostering innovation and building a robust intellectual property (IP) ecosystem. According to the report, Saudi Arabia's overall IP index rating rose from 36.6% in 2019 to 53.7% in 2025 — a cumulative improvement of more than 40% in just six years. Key advancements cited in the report include the extension of design protection terms to 15 years, the establishment of a specialized prosecution office for IP cases, and enhancements in digital enforcement of copyright and trademark laws. This achievement is attributed to the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) and its efforts, in collaboration with relevant government entities, to develop a modern and integrated IP framework that attracts investors, supports creators, and positions the Kingdom as a rising player in the global knowledge economy. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Asharq Al-Awsat
20-04-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Makes Significant Progress in 2025 International IP Index
Saudi Arabia made significant progress in the 13th edition of the US Chamber of Commerce's International IP Index, recording a 17.55% increase in its overall score and ranking among the top countries for progress out of 55 global economies. This milestone highlights the Kingdom's commitment to strengthening its intellectual property ecosystem and fostering innovation in line with the goals of Vision 2030. The report highlighted a series of advancements in Saudi Arabia's legislative and regulatory framework for intellectual property. Key developments included extending the term of design protection to 15 years, establishing a dedicated prosecution office for IP offenses, and strengthening the electronic enforcement of copyrights and trademarks. These efforts contributed to raising the Kingdom's overall score from 36.6% in 2019 to 53.7% in 2025—a cumulative increase of more than 40% over six years. This progress reflects the efforts of the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property, in collaboration with relevant entities, to build an integrated system that enhances investor and innovator confidence. It also reaffirms the Kingdom's growing position as a regional hub for the creative and knowledge-based economy.
Gulf Insider
20-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia Ranks Among Top Countries in Global IP Index With 55% Score Surge
Saudi Arabia has recorded a significant leap in the 2025 edition of the International Intellectual Property Index, issued by the American Chamber of Commerce, achieving a 55% increase in its overall score — one of the highest gains among the 30 global economies covered by the report. The Kingdom's performance reflects its growing commitment to fostering innovation and building a robust intellectual property (IP) ecosystem. According to the report, Saudi Arabia's overall IP index rating rose from 36.6% in 2019 to 53.7% in 2025 — a cumulative improvement of more than 40% in just six years. Key advancements cited in the report include the extension of design protection terms to 15 years, the establishment of a specialized prosecution office for IP cases, and enhancements in digital enforcement of copyright and trademark laws. This achievement is attributed to the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property (SAIP) and its efforts, in collaboration with relevant government entities, to develop a modern and integrated IP framework that attracts investors, supports creators, and positions the Kingdom as a rising player in the global knowledge economy.
