The debate between local brand Carry Om and retail giant SM Store highlights a crucial lesson for Filipino entrepreneurs.
Intellectual property rights agency says registering designs is an investment, not an expense, as Philippines ranks 52nd in global innovation index.
Public posts don’t necessarily require permission to report.
The exchange has sparked broader conversations among artists and social media users.
From TikTok videos to digital art, copyright defines who truly owns—and profits from—original content.
