Consumer Goods & Media

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  Alert over 'potentially dangerous' fake Labubu dolls

  Counterfeits seized in Scotland could be dangerous to children due to loose parts that may pose a choking hazard.

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  Nigeria looks at use of QR codes to deter counterfeiting

  A committee has been formed to explore the use of digital traceability systems to combat the trade in fake goods.

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  WeChat owner says 'people power' is helping it fight fakes

  Almost all the 180,000 takedown notices and reports of suspected IP infringement came from users last year, says report.

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  USPTO seeks feedback on online counterfeits

  A meeting next week will discuss efforts by the OECD to develop evidence-based analysis and policy recommendations.

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  EU delivers its take on worldwide IP protection issues

  A pair of reports identifies IP rights deficiencies in third countries that cause the greatest economic harm to EU interests.

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  Switzerland makes it easier to destroy counterfeit goods

  Switzerland has implemented a regulation that will make it easier to destroy fake goods entering the country in small consignments.

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