KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- As Southeast Asian legal tech startups seek expansion into the United States (US) market, the protection of intellectual property (IP) has become a critical strategic priority.
Singapore’s position as a regional innovation hub underscores this importance, with the country ranked 16th globally in the "Top Innovation Clusters by Economy or Cross-Border Region" in the Global Innovation Index 2025.
The ranking highlights Singapore’s role in fostering a robust innovation ecosystem and equipping Southeast Asian startups with the legal and institutional foundations needed to compete internationally, particularly in IP protection as part of US market entry strategies.
“Intellectual property is often a startup's most valuable asset in the digital era. It is crucial for a legal tech firm to put safeguards in place ahead of time to avoid derailing any valuable projects or company reputation, whether they are expanding to another country or not.
“Singapore is an excellent and current example of how a supportive innovation environment can enhance a startup's potential in IP safeguarding and overall success,” said Dmitry Shubov Consulting Founder, Dmitry Shubov in a statement.
The Global Innovation Index 2025 reinforces the role of IP strategy as a core component of international expansion for legal tech companies. Key considerations include securing international patent protection, registering trademarks in the US, and maintaining comprehensive documentation of IP development processes.
Singapore’s mature legal framework and innovation infrastructure continue to provide Southeast Asian firms with a strategic base for protecting proprietary technologies and navigating regulatory requirements.
Advisory services specialising in market entry, regulatory compliance, and IP protection, such as Dmitry Shubov Consulting, play an increasingly important role as regional legal tech companies scale into the US market.
Dmitry Shubov Consulting stands ready to assist these pioneering legal tech firms with the expertise and resources needed to thrive in the US landscape.
-- BERNAMA
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