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The history of intellectual property (IP) is filled with people who have contributed their ingenuity to improve the life and well-being of societies around the world.

Online shopping, banking, and digital services have become a part of everyday life, but there are risks such as identity theft and payment fraud.

Every year, millions of European consumers use online traders to buy second-hand goods, such as clothes, electronic equipment, toys, and more. 

Apple and Electrical Safety First found the metal during an investigation of counterfeit and lookalike power adapters.

Over 59 million tonnes of food waste are generated in the EU each year, representing an estimated loss of €132 billion.

The Commission is taking action to tackle risks stemming from low-value imports sold via non-EU online retailers and marketplaces hosting non-EU traders.

The Paris Olympic medals haven't aged well for some athletes, leading to apologies, blame-shifting, and several reputations at stake...

The system is the brainchild of SportIQ, a Finnish startup that develops smart basketballs. Inside each ball’s valve, SportIQ embeds a sensor that tracks a player’s shots. Data is first extracted on their form, position, angle, power, and technique. Next, the information is fed to a mobile app for AI analysis. Players then receive direct feedback and advice.

The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) is collaborating with Europol and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to raise awareness about the dangers of fake medicines and the importan