By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Counterfeit goods have always been the dark underbelly of the licensing industry. From fake Disney merchandise to knockoff handbags and collectible toys, illicit products drain billions from legitimate companies while eroding consumer trust. The challenge has grown more complex in recent years as counterfeiters leverage global … [Read more...] about Crowdsourcing Authenticity: Octane5 Says Future of Brand Protection Lies with Consumers
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EU Launches Counterfeiting Investigation of Temu
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The European Union has launched a formal investigation of counterfeit goods being sold on the Chinese shopping website Temu. The regulatory move comes amid concerns that Temu, a lower-price rival to the e-commerce leader Amazon, is failing to halt the onling sale of illegal products. The investigation was launched on October 31, with the … [Read more...] about EU Launches Counterfeiting Investigation of Temu
Gucci Claims $14 Million in Damages Over Lord & Taylor Counterfeits
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The iconic fashion house Gucci is seeking $14 million in damages, accusing retailer Lord & Taylor of "willfully" promoting and selling counterfeit goods. Gucci originally sued Lord & Taylor in 2023, but in its claim for damages, the company says Lord & Taylor has also failed to defend itself in court, leading the fashion … [Read more...] about Gucci Claims $14 Million in Damages Over Lord & Taylor Counterfeits