WIPO at 2023 INTA Annual Meeting
May 2, 2023
WIPO will join the International Trademark Association (INTA) Annual Meeting Live+, the global hub for brand and IP professionals. The 145th edition will take place at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Singapore, from May 16 to 20, 2023.
WIPO senior officials will share their perspective on business innovation and future trends in IP and international brand protection. During live demonstrations, the newest digital features of the Madrid System and other WIPO IP services will premiere at the WIPO booth.
Attend WIPO Director General, Daren Tang’s panel discussion
Date: Wednesday, May 17 (9:00 – 11:00 Singapore time)
WIPO Director General, Daren Tang will moderate the panel discussion “IP and Innovation: Future of IP in Asia”. Heads of IP offices in Asia will share their views on IP challenges in the region and on how their respective offices are planning to deal with them.
Madrid System Users' Meeting
Date: Wednesday, May 17 (9:00 – 11:00)
Venue: Hibiscus Junior Room, level 3
An unmissable chance to engage with WIPO experts and Madrid System Users.
Highlights
- Get the latest developments and updates on the Madrid System from Madrid Registry Senior Director David Muls.
- Discover the future of the Madrid System online experience with Communications and Information Manager, Benoît Apercé, from the Madrid Information and Promotion Division.
- Members of the Madrid System User Group will share their experience in the testing and designing phases of the new eMadrid portal prototype. Christine Repond, Brand IP Services Lead, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A. will moderate the group discussion.
- Open Discussion on the Better Use and Enhancement of the Madrid System, moderated by Madrid Information and Promotion Division Director, Denis Croze.
Download the program 
WIPO Director General, Daren Tang’s keynote speech
Date: Wednesday, May 17 (16:30 – 18:00)
WIPO Director General, Daren Tang, will deliver a keynote speech to kick off the opening ceremonies at the 2023 INTA Annual Meeting.
Meet us at the WIPO Booth
Ask WIPO experts all your questions about the Madrid and Hague Systems, alternative/domain name dispute resolution options and other WIPO services, at the WIPO booth (no. F02) at the Innovation Marketplace.
There is no way you can miss it! This year, WIPO will welcome INTA attendees at an interactive booth that is sure to make a lasting impression, with its spiral shape and innovative bamboo-inspired design.
Exhibits will be open from 10:00 to 20:00 on May 17, and from 10:00 to 16:00 on May 18 and 19.
Live Demo Sessions
Live demo sessions are back at the WIPO booth for the 2023 INTA Annual Meeting edition.
Register to attend one or more sessions and witness the premiere of the new eMadrid portal prototype. Discover the future of online services to file and manage your international trademark registrations with the Madrid and Hague Systems.
- 10:30 – 11:00
Introduction to Hague System online services and tools
A look at the different online services, resources, and tools you can use to prepare to file an international design registration
- 11:30 – 12:00
Filing an application through eHague
Learn how to complete each stage of the international design application process through eHague, from preparing images to receiving your international design registration certificate.
- 14:30 – 15:00
Introduction to Madrid System online services under eMadrid
Get an overview of the online tools and reosurces supporting you at each stage of your international trademark registration.
- 15:30 – 16:00
Search the WIPO Global Brand Database
Learn how to browse brand information from multiple national and international sources, and find out which trademarks are protected in your target markets.
- 10:30 – 11:00
Monitor and check trademark protection status in eMadrid
Discover how to monitor trademarks registered under the Madrid System, and learn how to make the most of Madrid Monitor’s features and benefits, including protection status.
- 11:30 – 12:00
An overview of Multi-Factor Authentication for Hague System Services
Multi-factor authentication is coming to Hague System online services! Learn how this new feature will make using our services more secure than ever.
- 14:30 – 15:00
Test the prototype of the future eMadrid portal
Navigate the prototype of the future eMadrid portal to file and manage your international trademark registration portfolios and discover its new features and benefits.
- 15:30 – 16:00
A sneak peek on upcoming Hague System self-services
Take a look at our new self-services and online resources that will support you throughout the entire lifecycle of your international design registrations.
- 10:30 – 11:00
Managing your international design registrations through eHague
Explore the different ways you can manage your international design registrations and find out how you can take advantage of eHague’s self-service management features.
- 11:30 – 12:00
Test the prototype of the future eMadrid portal
Navigate the prototype of the future eMadrid portal to file and manage your international trademark registration portfolios and discover its new features and benefits.
- 14:30 – 15:00
Filing an international design application through eHague
Learn how to complete each stage of the international design application process through eHague, from preparing images to receiving your international design registration certificate.
- 15:30 – 16:00
Search the WIPO Global Brand Database
Learn how to browse brand information from multiple national and international sources, and find out which trademarks are protected in your target markets.
Table Topic sessions
Gather with small groups of IP professionals and join the discussion about IP dispute resolutions. Do not miss this unique chance to network over lunch at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, L-01-Expo Hall A-B.
TTTUE17: Update on Domain Name Enforcement and Jurisprudence
Brian Beckham, Head, Internet Dispute Resolution Section, WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center
Tuesday, May 16 (12:00 – 14:00)
TTWED46: How WIPO Mediation and Arbitration Helps Resolve Trademark Disputes Outside the Courts
Erik Wilbers, Senior Director, WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center
Wednesday, May 17 (12:00 – 14:00)
Register for these events through INTA’s website.
See you in Singapore!
We cannot wait for this year’s INTA Annual Meeting and we look forward to meeting you at the WIPO booth in May.