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AI is the solution to its own disruption: exclusive interview with MarqVision CEO

The brand protection platform's CEO insists traditional monitoring methods “simply are not sustainable” as AI provides the solution to advanced counterfeiting online.

Counterfeit arrests up ten-fold as Europol actions lead to a boom in seizures

Surges in almost all measures show how enforcement bodies’ efforts are succeeding, and highlight the interconnected nature of counterfeiting and organised crime.

Fanatics’ year of expansion makes for an award-winning brand protection team

WTR’s Fashion and Apparel Team of the Year is in a strong position to contribute towards continued brand growth at Fanatics.

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Extensive collaboration and counterfeiting vigilance define the Caterpillar trademark team’s success

Caterpillar’s deep understanding of global counterfeiting networks and a proactive approach to portfolio management have won its trademark team this year’s North America WTR Industry Award.

28 August 2024

What makes Puma’s trademark team award winners in Europe, the Middle East and Africa

Puma’s deft handling of a global shake-up to its brand strategy and rapid adoption of new technologies has won its trademark team this year’s EMEA award.

27 August 2024

Online counterfeiting in Indonesia: what rights holders need to know

Featured in Online marketplace counterfeit hotspots

As part of our regular series on digital marketplaces, we head to Indonesia to examine the platforms that brand owners should be monitoring.

23 August 2024

How an AI start-up is working with the likes of Dior and Kenzo to make online monitoring less “medieval”

WTR sits down with the CEO of award-winning French start-up Navee to discuss how the company is bringing together big-name brands and e-marketplaces to automate online monitoring.

20 August 2024

“Tip of the iceberg”: shocking scale of counterfeit Premier League merchandise market revealed as new season kicks off

Premier League football brands are losing out on close to a quarter-of-a-billion pounds each year, and the problem is only set to worsen, study finds.

19 August 2024

Manchester United counterfeits seized; Starbucks win in Pakistan; SUPER HERO genericism battle – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at the Megaupload founder being extradited to the US, Rouse acquiring Konsert Strategy & IP, and more.

16 August 2024

Nike’s campaign against online counterfeiters has borne fruit, US litigation data suggests

The embattled sportwear giant has achieved success in enforcing its US marks.

16 August 2024

adidas wins $1,200 in exemplary costs in trademark infringement case

The Delhi Commercial Court has awarded adidas AG a permanent injunction and exemplary damages of $1,200 against a local trademark infringer.

16 August 2024

What companies can do to safeguard brand image in China as traditional protection evolves

While trademarks form the foundation of brand protection, a changing market calls for a multifaceted approach to safeguarding IP rights. Technological advancements and sophisticated counterfeiters necessitate a more proactive strategy that incorporates trademarks, digital timestamps, patents and copyrights.

15 August 2024

How to navigate substantive change and bad faith when it comes to refurbished goods in China

With no fixed guidance in judicial practice, what constitutes substantive change on a refurbished product can be difficult to define. However, analysis of jurisprudence in previous cases sheds light on how rights holders can avoid potential pitfalls when it comes to proving bad faith.

08 August 2024

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