
intellctual property
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When are intellectual property investigations used?
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1. Counterfeiting - when there is suspicion of the sale of counterfeit products that harm the original brand.
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2. Copyright infringement - in cases of unauthorized use of works such as books, music, films or software.
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3. Trademark infringement - identifying parties who use registered trademarks without permission.
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4. Patent theft - locating companies or individuals who copy or exploit protected technology.
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5. Monitoring the distribution of digital content - monitoring illegal distribution on the Internet.
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What do such investigations involve?
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• Digital surveillance: Using technological tools to locate the sources of the violation on the Internet or social networks.
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• Covert investigation: Investigation of entities suspected of a violation, sometimes through “test” purchases.
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• Legal documentation: collecting evidence that will be accepted in court.
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• Cooperation with enforcement authorities: joint action to prevent violations or raids on warehouses and distributors.