From manuscripts to assets: navigating MyIPO’s 2026 digital shift

As educators and linguists at the Akademi Pengajian Bahasa (APB), our daily trade is words. Whether it is a teaching module, a research paper, or a creative literary piece, we are constantly creating value. I have spent years in this field, and if there is one thing I have learned as an active innovator, it is that our intellectual labour must be protected.
Before we discuss the upcoming changes, I want to share a massive achievement. In 2025, UiTM was ranked the highest amongst Malaysian IPTAs in terms of copyright registration with MyIPO. This is a testament to the relentless innovation within our university, and I know APB contributed significantly to those numbers. Congratulations to us all.
Now, as a Liaison Officer for BITCOM, I must share critical updates regarding the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) guidelines. Significant changes to the fee structure and filing methods are coming, effective January 2026.