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Your Fancy Wine Could Well Be Fake. Some Are Hoping to Sniff Out a Solution

Around 20% of wine sold globally is potentially counterfeit, indicating a significant fraud problem in the wine industry.

U.S. Border Agents Seize 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars

Federal officials seized 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars in the largest bust of its kind, valued at $18 million.

US Customs Seize 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars Worth $18 Million | Entrepreneur

A shipment of 3,000 fake Gibson guitars was seized, emphasizing the importance of vigilance against counterfeit products, especially during the holiday shopping season.

Your Fancy Wine Could Well Be Fake. Some Are Hoping to Sniff Out a Solution

Around 20% of wine sold globally is potentially counterfeit, indicating a significant fraud problem in the wine industry.

U.S. Border Agents Seize 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars

Federal officials seized 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars in the largest bust of its kind, valued at $18 million.

US Customs Seize 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars Worth $18 Million | Entrepreneur

A shipment of 3,000 fake Gibson guitars was seized, emphasizing the importance of vigilance against counterfeit products, especially during the holiday shopping season.
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London police seize 500 counterfeit airbags and 110,000 'wrapped in nappies' during dawn raids

Arrests made in a fraud scheme involving the sale of counterfeit airbags, posing significant safety risks to consumers.

They may look like $18 million in world-class electric guitars. They're a con, officials say

The seizure of 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars signifies a major law enforcement success against intellectual property theft.

Thousands of fake Gibson guitars imported from Asia seized at California port

This investigation resulted in the largest seizure of counterfeit Gibson guitars on record, highlighting the ongoing issue of counterfeit music instruments.

London police seize 500 counterfeit airbags and 110,000 'wrapped in nappies' during dawn raids

Arrests made in a fraud scheme involving the sale of counterfeit airbags, posing significant safety risks to consumers.

They may look like $18 million in world-class electric guitars. They're a con, officials say

The seizure of 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars signifies a major law enforcement success against intellectual property theft.

Thousands of fake Gibson guitars imported from Asia seized at California port

This investigation resulted in the largest seizure of counterfeit Gibson guitars on record, highlighting the ongoing issue of counterfeit music instruments.
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London council seizes 126,000 of illegal tobacco in raid

Hillingdon Council successfully seized a substantial amount of illegal tobacco and prosecuted two individuals involved in the illicit trade.
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Nearly 2,000 fake Paddington Bear goods seized in Notting Hill raids ahead of new movie release

A significant crackdown on counterfeit Paddington Bear merchandise has taken place in London, seizing nearly 2,000 fake items ahead of a new movie release.

Police seize 1m of counterfeit designer goods in raid on Camden shop

A raid in Camden resulted in the seizure of counterfeit goods worth 1 million and the arrest of three suspects.
The police are actively combating the counterfeit goods trade in Camden, emphasizing accountability for sellers.

Police raid uncovers 1million worth of counterfeit trainers and bracelets on Camden High Street

Police have removed around 6 million pounds worth of fake goods from Camden High Street since August.
City of London Police are warning people to be cautious about buying bargain products as gifts during the Christmas season due to the presence of counterfeit goods.

Nearly 2,000 fake Paddington Bear goods seized in Notting Hill raids ahead of new movie release

A significant crackdown on counterfeit Paddington Bear merchandise has taken place in London, seizing nearly 2,000 fake items ahead of a new movie release.

Police seize 1m of counterfeit designer goods in raid on Camden shop

A raid in Camden resulted in the seizure of counterfeit goods worth 1 million and the arrest of three suspects.
The police are actively combating the counterfeit goods trade in Camden, emphasizing accountability for sellers.

Police raid uncovers 1million worth of counterfeit trainers and bracelets on Camden High Street

Police have removed around 6 million pounds worth of fake goods from Camden High Street since August.
City of London Police are warning people to be cautious about buying bargain products as gifts during the Christmas season due to the presence of counterfeit goods.
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#temu

EU investigates Temu over illegal products DW 10/31/2024

The European Commission is investigating Temu's compliance with the Digital Services Act regarding illegal products and consumer safety.

Temu considers joining Amazon and Nike in EU anti-counterfeit network

Temu is contemplating joining a collaborative initiative to combat counterfeit goods in Europe, underscoring its effort to enhance regulatory compliance.

European Commission sets its regulatory crosshairs on Temu for illegal product sales

Temu is under investigation by the European Commission for selling illegal products and potentially addictive platform design.

EU investigates Temu over illegal products DW 10/31/2024

The European Commission is investigating Temu's compliance with the Digital Services Act regarding illegal products and consumer safety.

Temu considers joining Amazon and Nike in EU anti-counterfeit network

Temu is contemplating joining a collaborative initiative to combat counterfeit goods in Europe, underscoring its effort to enhance regulatory compliance.

European Commission sets its regulatory crosshairs on Temu for illegal product sales

Temu is under investigation by the European Commission for selling illegal products and potentially addictive platform design.
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Gardai seize over 800 suspected fake Apple products worth 160k in Co Mayo

Gardaí executed a successful operation against counterfeit goods, seizing over 800 items and addressing significant economic and health risks.
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Six arrested in town centre crackdown on money laundering and counterfeit sales

Counterfeit goods crackdown in Camden with six arrests and 5 million worth of items seized.

Raids uncover 110k stashed in nappies and counterfeit airbags haul

Counterfeit airbags and large amounts of cash were discovered during raids in East London, underscoring a major criminal operation.

Three arrested in counterfeit airbag operation

Three individuals were arrested for selling counterfeit airbags, highlighting the risks of low-cost vehicle parts.

Six arrested in town centre crackdown on money laundering and counterfeit sales

Counterfeit goods crackdown in Camden with six arrests and 5 million worth of items seized.

Raids uncover 110k stashed in nappies and counterfeit airbags haul

Counterfeit airbags and large amounts of cash were discovered during raids in East London, underscoring a major criminal operation.

Three arrested in counterfeit airbag operation

Three individuals were arrested for selling counterfeit airbags, highlighting the risks of low-cost vehicle parts.
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Italian police seize $52.8M in fake video game consoles from trafficking ring

A significant trafficking ring in Italy was dismantled, resulting in the seizure of over $50 million in counterfeit video game consoles.
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12,000 Fake Nintendo And Sega Consoles To Be Destroyed In Major Retro Gaming Bust

A major vintage gaming trafficking ring was dismantled in Italy, seizing 12,000 counterfeit consoles with millions of pirated games.

Italian Police Say They Have Busted A $52 Million Counterfeit Retro-Console Ring

Italy's financial police busted a ring importing counterfeit vintage video game consoles, seizing 12,000 units and millions of pirated games.

12,000 Fake Nintendo And Sega Consoles To Be Destroyed In Major Retro Gaming Bust

A major vintage gaming trafficking ring was dismantled in Italy, seizing 12,000 counterfeit consoles with millions of pirated games.

Italian Police Say They Have Busted A $52 Million Counterfeit Retro-Console Ring

Italy's financial police busted a ring importing counterfeit vintage video game consoles, seizing 12,000 units and millions of pirated games.
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TikTok can detect fake merch in livestream shopping but other tech may struggle

Livestream shopping is growing in the USA while technology to combat counterfeit goods is lagging, posing a challenge for legal enforcement.

'A pre-loved designer handbag I bought online turned out to be fake'

Buying second-hand from a consumer entails fewer consumer rights, buyer beware principle applied.

The Influencers Getting Paid to Promote Designer Knockoffs From China

Influencers promote counterfeit goods from China on social media platforms like TikTok and Reddit.
Tech platforms find it challenging to combat the rising trend of influencers promoting illegal knockoffs for money.
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