Indonesia’s Criminal Copyright Royalty Cases
Indonesia’s Criminal Copyright Royalty Cases Following the landmark Mie Gacoan case, concerning a restaurant that failed to pay music royalties, oversight of commercial copyright use has intensified. Within weeks, Vidio.com reported a 78-year-old café owner for broadcasting an English Premier League (EPL) match without authorization. These cases show that copyright infringement, even at a small […]
The 2025 IP Outlook
Indonesia’s IP Outlook Business Insights Indonesia’s 2025 IP Outlook marks a turning point in how intellectual property is valued, protected, and leveraged for economic growth. Here we’ll discuss key insights from this latest government whitepaper, highlighting trends in intangible investment, regulatory transformation, and strategic opportunities for businesses. Fuelling Competitiveness Through IP The Directorate General of […]
SKC Law at IP Xpose 2025
SKC Law at IP Xpose 2025 From August 13–16, 2025, SKC Law proudly participated in and sponsored IP Xpose Indonesia 2025, an event hosted by the Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) at the SMESCO building in Jakarta. The event, themed “Elevating Indonesia’s IP to the World”, highlighted Indonesia’s growing intellectual property (IP) ecosystem and […]
Madrid Protocol Implementation Forum
Madrid Protocol Implementation Forum The recent Madrid Protocol forum brought together global and local IP professionals to reflect on Indonesia’s progress since joining in 2018. With a modest filing amount of 674, there is a clear need for simpler procedures, stronger institutional capacity, and greater business awareness. Experts from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) […]
Indonesia’s new KUHP
Indonesia’s new KUHP is Set to Redefine IP Enforcement Indonesia’s new Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Pidana (KUHP) or Criminal Code, set to take effect in 2026, will introduce a transformative framework for law enforcement – including intellectual property (IP) protection. Below, we explore the implications of the new KUHP on IP enforcement, and how we can […]
Landmarks and IP: Using Iconic Imagery in Indonesia
Landmarks and IP: Using Iconic Imagery in Indonesia Using images of famous Indonesian landmarks in commercial designs – whether on merchandise, branding, or advertising, can cause copyright and cultural heritage issues. Here, we’ll be exploring how the Indonesian law addresses landmark imagery and why it matters to businesses. Why Landmark Imagery Could Be Risky […]
Indonesia’s Trademark Workflow
Why Indonesia’s Trademark Workflow Overhaul Matters for Global IP Strategy Indonesia’s Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP), in collaboration with WIPO and several representatives from local IP firms, including SKC Law, recently engaged in a stakeholder discussion on optimizing Indonesia’s trademark workflow. Here, we’ll explore the key issues raised during discussion and outlining implications for […]
A Promising Outlook for Indonesian Copyright Law
2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal one for copyright reform in Indonesia. The Directorate General of Intellectual Property (DGIP) working on revisions to Law No. 28 of 2014 on Copyright to better reflect the realities of today’s digital environment. One of the most anticipated updates is the inclusion of provisions addressing AI-generated content—a […]
Strengthening Copyright Protection in Indonesia
Strengthening Copyright Protection in Indonesia: Recent Developments Indonesia is making meaningful strides in modernizing its copyright protections. The government has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the Copyright Bill (RUU Hak Cipta), emphasizing transparency and public participation throughout the legislative process. This initiative reflects a broader effort to align national copyright laws with international standards and […]
