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News from customs and authorities

EU: Huge increase in counterfeit seizures in 2023

In 2023, European authorities saw a significant increase in both the number and the estimated value of counterfeit goods seized. The annual report that has now been released showcases successes – and highlights important new challenges.

German customs: Sharp drop in seizure figures

News from customs and authorities

Authorities pull off largest counterfeit product seizures in the USA

News from customs and authorities

German customs: Sharp increase in seizure value in 2022

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Economy news

Negative award Plagiarius denounces brazen imitations

The negative award Plagiarius puts a spotlight on particularly brazen imitations. This year's winners included, for example, tools, bicycle baskets, and medical products – many of which were imitations of products made by renowned companies in Baden‑Württemberg and Bavaria.
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Know-how and tips

PATINFO2025: Join the discussion about patents, standards, and search

In May 2025, you can participate in the PATINFO2025 conference and learn more about current developments in intellectual property rights and about how patents, standards, and specifications drive innovation and strengthen competitiveness.

The year in review – your highlights of 2024

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ARD report looks into business with luxury counterfeits

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PATINFO2024: Trademarks, patents, and designs

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Recent studies

EU study: Counterfeiting as a challenge in Europe

Against a backdrop of lacking awareness, new technologies, and high costs of living, counterfeiting remains a major challenge in Europe. Authorities also expect illegal production to shift into the EU. The recent EU SOCTA report highlights some key developments.

Study: Mechanical engineering heavily affected by counterfeiting

Every second company in the mechanical engineering sector in Germany is affected by counterfeiting, a new study by the industry association VDMA says. However, it also suggests that companies can protect themselves well with the right measures.

Toys, clothing, cosmetics – counterfeits cost industries billions of euros

An alarming study by the EUIPO suggests that counterfeiting costs the clothing, cosmetics, and toy industries alone around approx. 16 billion euros a year. German manufacturers of clothing and toys are particularly affected.
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News from legislation and politics

Temu: New measures planned regarding Chinese online stores

Booming Chinese e‑commerce sites such as Temu or Shein are regularly under fire, also due to counterfeiting allegations. Politicians in the EU and also in Germany now want to tighten restrictions on such online giants – with customs measures and new requirements.

EU Commission outlines new steps against counterfeiting

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UK launches new anti‑counterfeiting campaign

News from legislation and politics

US negative list: Absence of major online platforms criticized

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German Brands Association, Amazon, OLAF – news in brief

German Brands Association calls for effective IP protection by new government // Amazon in Japan ordered to pay damages for counterfeiting // OLAF reports record seizure of counterfeit fashion items // Court victories against counterfeit audio equipment in Europe

Food, car parts, e‑commerce – news in brief

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Fake football merchandize, customs successes, IT counterfeiters – news in brief

News in brief

Customs report, AI adverts, counterfeiting syndicate – news in brief

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