Our News Releases:
Past Release
Apr 12, 2016
After an 18-month investigation and over 2,000 counterfeit products received from eBay sellers, eBay’s claim “We don't allow replicas, counterfeit items, or unauthorized copies to be listed on eBay" just simply isn't true.
Past Release
Apr 05, 2016
If you want to sell counterfeit products, you get a big boost from a postage agreement between China and the US Postal Service for deep postage discounts when shipping counterfeit goods from China to the United States.
Past Release
Mar 23, 2016
Savvy consumers know to avoid online pharmacies, cheap handbags and fake watches -- no one likes to be fooled by fake or dangerous products. However, when you buy online from e-commerce websites, you may get a fake.
Past Release
Feb 10, 2016
Fake microSDHC memory cards are widely available on eBay, often at highly discounted prices and advertised through eBay direct email solicitations. If you get a fake you may lose data, images and damage your equipment.
Past Release
Feb 01, 2016
Consumers place their confidence in, and rely on the global giant’s credibility, but The Counterfeit Report purchased fake Duracell Batteries from the global retailer's Walmart.com website. How are consumers protected from the fakes?
Past Release
Jan 26, 2016
eBay would like consumers to believe that eBay is a safe place to buy name-brand goods – but it’s not. Legal actions by The Counterfeit Report®, illuminate an alarming pattern of counterfeit sales, sham policies and disingenuous practices.
Past Release
Dec 29, 2015
Gift returns and exchanges are part of the holiday season, but a simple product switch scam defrauds both retailers and consumers.
Past Release
Dec 15, 2015
The joy of the holiday season brings a new twist to gift giving; you may end up with a counterfeit.
Past Release
Nov 04, 2015
Black Friday shoppers need to be extra cautious when buying online from e-commerce websites including eBay and Amazon. Counterfeit products are common and can easily deceive consumers.
Past Release
Oct 29, 2015
Alibaba has to knock out the knockoffs. The Chinese Internet titan is under scrutiny again for an ineffective fight on fakes. Will it be back on the USTR Notorious Markets List?
