10/06/2026
Counterfeiting affects more than brands and trademark owners.
Today, counterfeit goods move through sophisticated supply chains, digital marketplaces, and distribution networks that increasingly resemble legitimate commerce. The impact is felt across industries- from healthcare and cosmetics to automotive products, affecting consumers, businesses, and markets alike.
The statistics in this post highlight not only the scale of the counterfeit economy, but also the challenges it poses to consumer protection, public safety, fair competition, and market integrity.
This World Anti-Counterfeiting Day, we explore the hidden costs of the business of fakes and why protecting intellectual property ultimately means protecting people.
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