The traditional understanding of the creation, manufacture, reproduction, dissemination and sale of works, objects, artefacts, physical and virtual items is evolving with the development of new technologies. Artificial intelligence, extended reality, Web3, quantum and neuromorphic computing are just some of the disruptive technology trends that are posing doctrinal challenges for copyright, trademarks and patents. In addition, the registered design right is evolving to encompass virtual designs produced by immersive technologies, and the emerging legal regime for the protection of traditional knowledge and traditional cultural expression will also have to find its footing amidst the accelerating pace of technological advancement.
In a truly transcontinental collaboration, research centres from the law schools of NUS, Columbia, Oxford and Tsinghua are co-hosting a two-day international seminar in Singapore, to explore solutions to these challenges. The Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) will be delivering the keynote address at this event. The conference will assemble legal scholars, practitioners and policymakers from around the world to consider the way forward in the next decade. This expert conference will be oriented towards the discussion of transborder solutions, coordinated policy approaches, interdisciplinary insights, and the sharing of best practices.
1. Fees are to be paid before the commencement of the event with exception of e-invoices.
2. Fees paid are non-refundable.
3. Registration is transferable within the same organisation if the request is made at least one week in advance of the event.
4. By filling up this Registration Form,
i. Participants agree and consent that their personal data provided in this form may be collected, used, processed and disclosed by NUS and the event organisers for the purposes of processing their registration, in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 and all subsidiary legislation related thereto. In respect to disclosure, NUS may disclose participants personal data to third parties (which may be in or outside of Singapore) where necessary for such purposes.
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iii. NUS Law School and designated event organisers reserve the right to alter any of the programme or other arrangements for this event, including cancellation or postponement of the event, should circumstances so warrant.