* This article is co-authored by Tracey Tang and Vincent Wang.
Vincent is a Partner at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP.
Online gaming in China represents one of the largest and fastest
growing internet business sectors in the world. In 2016, the online
gaming industry in China saw an unprecedented total market value of
RMB 165 billion (or approximately $24 billion USD). Unfortunately,
many in the global online gaming world suggest that revenue from
game infringement contributed to this figure. With the largest
consumer base in the world, China presents a huge opportunity for
online game developers, but the risk of infringement of successful
games, brands, and images has become a continuing headache for
right holders. So, what actions can be taken to ensure statutory
protection of online games in China?
