The Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) has introduced the Copyright to You (CR2U) program, aimed at streamlining the certification and notification process for voluntary copyright applications within the creative industry in Malaysia.
This initiative seeks to expedite the certification and notification process under specific criteria and conditions, drastically reducing the processing time from three to six months to just 30 minutes.
In 2023, MyIPO received a total of 6,020 applications for copyright notifications, indicating the significant recognition of copyright as a vital asset in Malaysia’s creative economy.
YBrs. Ts. Dr. Mohd Zuhan Mohd Zain, the chairman of MyIPO, highlighted that the program was launched as a proactive step to enhance Malaysia’s copyright landscape. He emphasized MyIPO’s commitment to delivering more responsive and efficient services to the creative community, aligning with the rapid advancements in the industry.
Mohd Zuhan expects the introduction of this alternative will lead to a notable surge in copyright registration, projecting an increase of 30% to 40% from 2024.
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