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Branding in the Metaverse: The Rise in NFT Trademark Applications and Best Practices to Protect your Brand
The Anti-Counterfeiting Committee is excited to bring to IPIC's Unscr IP ted Blog a series of articles related to the evolving digital landscape, highlighting non-fungible...
Non-Fungible Tokens, Record-Breaking Applications & the Counterfeit Implications of the Metaverse: Part 1
The Anti-Counterfeiting Committee is excited to bring Unscr IP ted a series of articles related to the evolving digital landscape, highlighting non-fungible tokens (NFTs),...
CBSA’s Request for Assistance Program: 2021 Update
The Request for Assistance (RFA) program , administered by CBSA, is designed to assist with detection and detention of suspect counterfeit and pirated goods at the border,...
Dropshipping: A Gateway for the Sale of Counterfeit Goods
Earlier this year, we discussed various strategies employed by bad actors using social media platforms to sell and distribute counterfeit goods and evade enforcement,...
Anti-Counterfeiting Committee releases White Paper on CBSA/Request for Assistance Program
On December 17, 2020, IPIC submitted a White Paper to Minister of Public Safety Bill Blair concerning the Canada Border Services Agency’s (CBSA) Request for Assistance (RFA)...
Live Selling, Hidden Links, and the Everchanging Counterfeit Landscape
As brand owners continue to navigate online space, bad actors aim to capitalize on the ability to manipulate platforms, algorithms, and consumers through deceptive practices....
Understanding The Canada Border Services' Request For Assistance Program - Part 2: One Click & Ship
Earlier this year, we provided an overview of the Canada Border Services Agency’s (CBSA) Request for Assistance Program. The program provides an opportunity for owners of...
The COVID-19 Impact on Brand Owners and a Changing Counterfeit Space
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new normal and changed needs. Global companies are pivoting production lines to help address an increased need for personal protective...
Understanding the Canada Border Services' Request for Assistance Program - Part 1
When developing strategies to address counterfeit goods, a great place to start is the border. Curbing the importation of counterfeits is vital in the fight to keep consumers...
Statement of IPIC re RFA Program
In January 2015, the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) introduced the Request for Assistance (RFA) Program as part of an effort to crack-down on counterfeits crossing...