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CounterfeitingGlobal

USPTO Webinar Highlights Trademark Registration and Enforcement Tools Against Counterfeiting

Experts from the USPTO detail the significance of federal trademark registration and border enforcement in combating counterfeit goods

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office hosted a detailed webinar on trademarks and anti-counterfeiting measures, emphasizing the critical role of federal registration and Customs recordation. The session addressed the economic impact of intellectual property, clarified common misconceptions about trademark rights, and o…

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Pop Mart’s Swift Legal Action Against Labubu Counterfeits Highlights Importance of Early Trademark Protection

Pop Mart’s rapid federal injunction against counterfeit Labubu dolls underscores how preemptive trademark registration is crucial in combating fast-moving IP infringements in the…

When Pop Mart’s Labubu collectibles surged in popularity, counterfeit versions quickly flooded markets, including California 7-Eleven stores. Pop Mart’s prior trademark groundwork enabled a swift federal temporary restraining order against franchisees selling fakes. This case exemplifies how accelerated brand virality…

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

South Korea Launches Global Trademark Authentication to Combat K-Beauty Counterfeits

New state-backed system aims to protect Korean beauty brands internationally through expanded trademark registration and AI monitoring

Starting October, South Korea will register government-certified trademarks for K-beauty products in over 70 countries, enabling authorities to pursue investigations and customs actions against counterfeit cosmetics. This initiative complements AI-driven e-commerce monitoring and enhanced cooperation with global platf…

Thursday, August 13, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

South Korea Launches Global Registration of State-Certified Trademarks to Combat Counterfeit Cosmetics

Government expands international enforcement and AI monitoring to safeguard K-beauty brands from rising counterfeit threats

In response to a surge in counterfeit Korean cosmetics on major e-commerce platforms, South Korean authorities are implementing a comprehensive strategy combining AI-driven surveillance and a new state-backed trademark registration system across over 70 countries. This initiative aims to enhance cross-border enforceme…

Monday, August 10, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Evolving Strategies in Brand Protection: Combating Counterfeits Across Platforms, Supply Chains, and Borders

Leading brand owners and legal experts discuss integrated enforcement tactics to counter sophisticated global counterfeiting operations exploiting digital marketplaces and fragmen…

Counterfeiting has become a complex global challenge that leverages online platforms, social media, and intricate supply chains, alongside gaps in cross-border enforcement. Traditional trademark litigation alone is insufficient. This article explores how top brand owners and their counsel are developing comprehensive…

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

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CounterfeitingEurope

Greece Enhances Anti-Counterfeiting Enforcement Through Border Controls and Digital Market Oversight

Greek authorities intensify physical and online anti-counterfeiting measures supported by EU cooperation and new legislation

Greece has bolstered its anti-counterfeiting enforcement framework by strengthening border controls, expanding online marketplace monitoring, and implementing EU directives such as the Digital Services Act. Key agencies including DIMEA, Customs, and the Hellenic Police coordinate closely with EU bodies like EUIPO and…

Thursday, June 25, 2026

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CounterfeitingSoutheast Asia

Vietnam and Japan Deepen Collaboration to Combat Intellectual Property Violations and Counterfeiting

Bilateral efforts focus on enforcement enhancement, digital marketplace safeguards, and consumer protection under multiple cooperation agreements

Vietnam and Japan have intensified their partnership to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protection and combat counterfeit goods. Recent meetings reviewed progress under several memoranda of understanding, emphasizing coordinated enforcement actions, especially in e-commerce, to address complex IP infringements.…

Sunday, June 21, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Kenya’s Robi M King’a Elected Vice-Chair of WIPO Advisory Committee on Enforcement

Kenya gains influential role in global IP enforcement as Anti-Counterfeit Authority head assumes leadership position at WIPO

Dr Robi M King’a, Executive Director of Kenya’s Anti-Counterfeit Authority, was unanimously elected Vice-Chair of the World Intellectual Property Organization’s Advisory Committee on Enforcement during its 18th Session in Geneva. His election highlights Kenya’s expanding leadership in international intellectual proper…

Thursday, June 4, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Vietnam Customs Amplify Efforts to Combat Counterfeit Goods and Trade Fraud Across Borders and Online

Nationwide customs campaign targets smuggling, intellectual property violations, and counterfeit products amid rising threats from e-commerce and cross-border routes

Vietnamese customs authorities have intensified inspections and enforcement actions against counterfeit goods, smuggling, and intellectual property infringements. Focused on key land borders and expanding into e-commerce and express delivery channels, the crackdown addresses sophisticated smuggling tactics threatening…

Thursday, May 14, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Global K-Brand Seal Empowers Korean Government Against Counterfeits; James Pond Faces UK Opposition from James Bond Rights Holder; EU Customs Reform Targets Small Parcels

This week’s trademark and brand protection developments include Korea’s new anti-fake certification mark, a UK parody trademark dispute, and significant EU customs changes for e-c…

Key trademark and brand protection stories this week highlight Korea’s launch of a K-brand certification mark granting government enforcement rights against counterfeiters abroad, an ongoing UK trademark opposition involving the cult video game character James Pond and the James Bond franchise, and the EU’s upcoming c…

Sunday, April 5, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Steven Lustig of Panitch Schwarze Recognized Among Top International Trademark Lawyers

Esteemed attorney Steven Lustig earns distinction as a leading figure in global trademark counsel, highlighting his expertise in counterfeiting and brand protection.

Steven Lustig, an attorney at Panitch Schwarze, has been named among the leading international trademark counsel. This recognition underscores his significant contributions and expertise in trademark law, particularly in combating counterfeiting and safeguarding intellectual property rights on a global scale.

Saturday, January 31, 2026

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Pop Mart’s Labubu Dolls Spark Intellectual Property Challenges Amid Rising Knockoffs

The viral popularity of Pop Mart’s Labubu collectible dolls has fueled a surge in counterfeit and ‘dupe’ products, raising complex IP enforcement questions for the toy maker.

Pop Mart’s Labubu dolls, characterized by their distinctive elflike features and sold primarily in blind boxes, have become a viral sensation this summer. Celebrity endorsements and social media buzz have driven demand, but also triggered a wave of counterfeit and ‘dupe’ products. Intellectual property experts highlig…

Monday, August 4, 2025

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CounterfeitingAfrica

South Africa's Counterfeit Goods Act Delivers Effective Enforcement Against Domestic Counterfeiting

The Counterfeit Goods Act 37 of 1997 empowers inspectors with broad search and seizure authority, streamlining enforcement against trademark and copyright infringements in South A…

South Africa’s Counterfeit Goods Act 37 of 1997 (CGA) has significantly enhanced the country’s legal framework to combat counterfeit goods. By consolidating and replacing earlier provisions from the Merchandise Marks Act and aligning with international trade agreements, the CGA provides trademark and copyright owners…

Friday, June 27, 2025

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CounterfeitingGlobal

AI's Dual Impact on Global Brand Protection: Challenges and Opportunities

As AI technologies evolve, brands face sophisticated counterfeiting threats while exploring AI-driven enforcement strategies

The rise of generative AI tools has transformed brand protection worldwide, enabling counterfeiters to produce vast quantities of convincing fake listings and imagery. Brands like Lush have confronted rapid proliferation of counterfeit storefronts and misused copyrighted content, revealing the limitations of tradition…

Friday, June 27, 2025

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CounterfeitingEurope

Romanian Customs Intensify Efforts to Curb Counterfeit Goods at Non-EU Borders

Constanţa Sud-Agigea Harbour Customs Lead Seizures Amid Complex Legal Framework Governing IP Enforcement

Since Romania’s EU accession in 2007, its Customs authorities have expanded their role in protecting the EU’s external borders, particularly against counterfeit goods entering from non-EU neighbors. The Constanţa Sud-Agigea harbour customs office is pivotal in seizing counterfeit maritime shipments. Romanian national…

Friday, June 27, 2025

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Brazil Strengthens IP Enforcement Amid Evolving Counterfeiting and Illicit Trade Channels

Comprehensive legal framework and coordinated actions empower rights holders and authorities to combat counterfeit goods across Brazil’s borders and internal markets

Brazil’s multifaceted approach to intellectual property enforcement integrates constitutional provisions, federal laws, and administrative regulations to address counterfeiting in both civil and criminal contexts. The Federal Revenue Service plays a critical role in customs detention and internal market seizures, supp…

Friday, June 27, 2025

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Asia-Pacific IP Authorities Intensify Crackdown on Online Counterfeiting Through Enhanced Data Surveillance

Sophisticated counterfeit networks exploit social media and livestream commerce, prompting coordinated enforcement efforts across digital platforms and jurisdictions

In response to rapidly evolving counterfeit operations leveraging platforms like TikTok and WeChat, IP authorities and brands across the Asia-Pacific region are adopting advanced monitoring and cross-platform enforcement strategies. These efforts aim to dismantle complex supply chains and address the surge in livestre…

Friday, June 27, 2025

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CounterfeitingIndia

New Delhi Court Grants Permanent Injunction to Huda Beauty Against Counterfeit Cosmetics Importer

Huda Beauty obtains court order halting Vision Enterprises’ import and sale of fake products in India, with seizure and destruction mandated at Kolkata Port

The District Commercial Court in New Delhi has issued a permanent injunction in favor of Huda Beauty, restraining Vision Enterprises from importing, selling, or advertising counterfeit cosmetics bearing Huda Beauty’s trademarks. The ruling follows a Customs seizure of fake products at Kolkata Port and includes orders…

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

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