Core Viewpoint - Shanxi Dehouquan Liquor Co., Ltd. was penalized for infringing on the trademark rights of Shanxi Qinghua Liquor Co., Ltd., resulting in a total fine of 16,660 yuan and the confiscation of 46 boxes of infringing products [1][4][5]. Group 1: Company Background - Shanxi Dehouquan Liquor Co., Ltd. was established on December 17, 2014, with a registered capital of 2 million yuan and is located in Fengyang City, specializing in retail [5]. - The company operates under the unified social credit code 911411823171441335 [5]. Group 2: Legal Findings - The company was found to have produced and sold a series of white liquor products named "Xingyiquan Qinghua," which closely resembled the registered trademark "Qinghua" of Shanxi Qinghua Liquor Co., Ltd., leading to consumer confusion [3][4]. - The total value of the infringing products was assessed at 8,950 yuan, with illegal earnings amounting to 1,660 yuan [4][5]. Group 3: Penalty Details - The administrative penalty included the confiscation of 46 boxes of infringing liquor and a fine of 15,000 yuan, totaling 16,660 yuan [4][5]. - The penalty was based on Article 60, Paragraph 2 of the Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China [5].

Core Points - The LABUBU dolls have become extremely popular, leading to a surge in counterfeit products in the market [1] - The Haidian District Market Supervision Administration has taken action against the sale of counterfeit LABUBU products, confirming the infringement through on-site inspections [1] - A total of 16 counterfeit LABUBU dolls were seized, including various series such as the Coca-Cola series and the Sit Party series [1] Company and Industry Summary - The popularity of LABUBU dolls has created a significant demand, resulting in some manufacturers producing counterfeit versions to exploit the market [1] - The Haidian District Market Supervision Administration emphasizes that selling counterfeit goods is illegal and can lead to severe penalties, including potential criminal charges [2] - Consumers are advised to make rational purchasing decisions and to buy from authorized channels to avoid counterfeit products [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the apology issued by Chongqing Zongshen Vehicles for allegedly infringing on the trademark rights of the automotive brands "Wenjie" and "Zhijie," leading to public confusion and concern [1][4][5]. Group 1: Company Actions and Responses - Chongqing Zongshen Vehicles acknowledged the inappropriate content published on their social media platforms and has taken immediate action to rectify the situation by renaming the controversial products and ceasing the dissemination of related content [1][9]. - The company expressed sincere apologies to the affected brand owners and the public, committing to strengthen internal review mechanisms to prevent future infringements [1][9]. Group 2: Market Context and Brand Information - "Zhijie" and "Wenjie" are popular automotive brands under Hongmeng Zhixing, with Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. having registered the "Zhijie" trademark in 2020, and Seres Automotive holding multiple "Wenjie" trademarks [5]. - The Wenjie brand includes models such as M5, M7, M8, and M9, while Zhijie features R7 and S7 models. In June, Hongmeng Zhixing achieved a record monthly delivery of 52,747 vehicles, marking a significant milestone in their sales history [5][6]. Group 3: Company Background and Financial Performance - Chongqing Zongshen Vehicles, established in 2001, specializes in the research, manufacturing, and sales of diverse products, including new energy vehicles and three-wheeled motorcycles [13][15]. - The company is controlled by Zuo Zongshen, with a family wealth of 7 billion RMB, ranking 754th on the 2024 Hurun Rich List [16][22]. - Zongshen Power's stock price surged nearly 300% in 2024, with a significant increase from 4 RMB per share in February to 35.13 RMB by October 31 [22]. The company reported a revenue of 10.384 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 29.84%, and a net profit of 461 million RMB, up 27.45% [22].

Group 1 - The company "Chongqing Zongshen Vehicle Co., Ltd." and "Jiangsu Zongshen Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd." issued an apology for content that allegedly infringed on the trademark rights of "Wenjie," "Zhijie," and "Shangjie," leading to public misunderstanding and concern [4] - The company recognized the inappropriate nature of the published content and has taken immediate action to rectify product naming, remove, and cease the dissemination of all related controversial content, while also enhancing internal review mechanisms [4] - Recently, the company launched two three-wheeled vehicle products named "Wenjie Q1" and "Zhijie S300," which were criticized for potentially infringing on the branding of Wenjie and Zhijie automobiles [4] Group 2 - The brand "Wenjie" under Hongmeng Zhixing has four models: Wenjie M5, M7, M8, and M9, while "Zhijie" has two models: Zhijie R7 and S7 [4] - In June, Hongmeng Zhixing achieved a record monthly delivery of 52,747 vehicles and a daily delivery of 3,651 vehicles, marking the highest sales in the brand's history [4] - Chongqing Zongshen Vehicle Co., Ltd. was established in 2001 with a registered capital of 20 million yuan, while Jiangsu Zongshen Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd. was founded in 2018 with the same registered capital [5] Group 3 - Zongshen Industrial Group holds a 51% stake in both Chongqing Zongshen Vehicle Co., Ltd. and Jiangsu Zongshen Electric Vehicle Co., Ltd., with the actual controller being Zuo Zongshen [5] - Zongshen Power (001696) is a brother company engaged in the research, manufacturing, and sales of small and medium-sized power machinery products, leading in the motorcycle power and general power machinery sectors [5] - According to the 2024 annual report, Zongshen Power achieved an operating income of 10.384 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 29.84%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 461 million yuan, up 27.45% year-on-year [5]

Core Viewpoint - Chongqing Zongshen's recent product launch of two electric tricycles named "Zhi Jie S300" and "Wen Jie Q1p" has raised eyebrows due to their association with popular automotive brands under Hongmeng Zhixing, leading to accusations of brand infringement [1][4]. Group 1: Company Background - Chongqing Zongshen Vehicles Co., Ltd. was established in 2001 and specializes in the research, manufacturing, and sales of new energy vehicles, tricycles, and electric tricycles, located in the high-tech industrial development zone of Bishan District, Chongqing [10]. - The company is controlled by Zongshen Industrial Group Co., Ltd., with significant shareholding from Yuan Li and Yuan Deshan [12]. Group 2: Product Naming Controversy - The names "Zhi Jie" and "Wen Jie" are registered trademarks of Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. and Seres Automotive Co., Ltd., respectively, which has led to speculation about Zongshen's intentions [2]. - Zongshen's official apology on July 10 acknowledged the inappropriate naming of the products and stated that they would rectify the situation by renaming the products and ceasing the dissemination of related content [6]. Group 3: Market Reaction - The incident has sparked discussions among netizens regarding the appropriateness of Zongshen's actions, with many questioning the legitimacy of the product names used during the launch [3][4].

Group 1 - Chongqing Zongshen announced the launch of two new electric tricycles named "Zhi Jie S300" and "Wen Jie Q1p" at a product launch event [1] - Both "Zhi Jie" and "Wen Jie" are popular automotive brands under Hongmeng Zhixing, with Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. having registered the "Zhi Jie" trademark since 2020, and Seres Automotive Co., Ltd. holding multiple "Wen Jie" related trademarks [2] - There is public curiosity regarding the appearance of "Zhi Jie" and "Wen Jie" at a non-automotive company event [3] Group 2 - There are concerns that Zongshen's actions may be perceived as "hitching a ride" on the reputation of Hongmeng Zhixing's automotive brands [4] - Zongshen's official account issued an apology for the infringement of the "Wen Jie," "Zhi Jie," and "Shang Jie" trademarks, acknowledging the misunderstanding caused to the public and brand owners [5] - The company has committed to rectifying the naming of the products and enhancing internal review mechanisms [5] Group 3 - Chongqing Zongshen was established in 2001 and specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of new energy vehicles, three-wheeled motorcycles, and electric tricycles [7] - The company is located in the High-tech Industrial Development Zone of Bishan District, Chongqing [7] - The ownership structure of Chongqing Zongshen shows that Zongshen Industrial Group holds 51%, with other shareholders including Yuan Li and Yuan Deshan [9]

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trademark infringement dispute between Huizhou NVC Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. and Shandong NVC Lighting Development Co., Ltd. has gained significant attention, with the Supreme People's Court and other authorities confirming that Shandong Development's unauthorized use of Huizhou NVC's registered trademark constitutes trademark infringement [1][4]. Group 1: Trademark Infringement Details - The Supreme People's Court confirmed the validity of the termination agreement between Huizhou NVC and Shandong Development, which ended all cooperation and trademark authorization as of June 15, 2015 [2][3]. - Despite the termination of trademark rights, the court ruled that the agreement did not explicitly terminate Shandong Development's use of the "NVC" name, leading to a rejection of Huizhou NVC's request to change the company name [3]. - The court emphasized that Shandong Development must not use the "NVC" name in a way that could confuse consumers, particularly in contexts beyond the company name [3]. Group 2: Legal Actions and Consequences - The Tianjin People's Court ruled that Shandong Development's use of the "NVC" name in a manner that could confuse consumers constitutes trademark infringement, requiring them to cease production and sales of infringing products [4]. - Huizhou NVC has issued a lawyer's letter demanding that Shandong Development stop unauthorized use of its registered trademark, threatening criminal liability for continued infringement [5]. - The State Administration for Market Regulation initiated a comprehensive investigation into the trademark infringement case, confirming that Shandong Development's authorization to use the trademark had been terminated since August 31, 2015 [6].

Core Viewpoint - The Qinghai Province Hainan Prefecture Market Supervision Administration has been actively enforcing consumer protection laws since 2025, focusing on issues that significantly impact public welfare and safety, as evidenced by the "Guarding Consumption" campaign [1] Group 1: Enforcement Actions - The administration has conducted multiple enforcement actions against businesses selling expired food products, resulting in fines and confiscation of goods. For instance, a performance hall was fined 50,000 yuan for selling expired food [1] - A total of 15 bottles of beer were found to be expired at a performance hall, leading to administrative penalties based on violations of the Food Safety Law [1] - A supermarket in Gonghe County was fined 20,000 yuan for selling expired food, with 135 items identified as past their expiration date during inspections [3][5] Group 2: Trademark Violations - The administration has also addressed trademark infringement cases, such as a liquor store selling counterfeit "Guizhou Moutai" liquor, resulting in a fine of 21,000 yuan [2] - In another case, a well-known liquor store was fined 2,000 yuan for selling products that violated trademark rights, including a bottle of "Wuliangye" liquor [6] Group 3: Compliance Issues - Several businesses, including a daycare center, were penalized for failing to maintain proper records for food safety compliance, with fines issued for not establishing a purchase inspection record system [4] - A kindergarten was fined 5,000 yuan for using unqualified disinfected reusable dining utensils, which did not meet national safety standards [6][10]

Core Viewpoint - Tsinghua University has initiated legal action against institutions allegedly infringing on its trademarks, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding the misuse of its name and brand [1] Group 1: Legal Actions and Outcomes - Tsinghua University has filed a civil lawsuit against entities suspected of trademark infringement, seeking legal accountability [1] - In a previous case, Jiangsu Education (Hong Kong) Company was ordered to pay 1.8 million yuan for trademark infringement and 800,000 yuan for unfair competition [2][3] - The university has registered over a thousand trademarks, including "Tsinghua," "Tsinghua University," and "清华园," to protect its brand [4] Group 2: Recent Infringement Cases - A recent ruling determined that the Beijing Tsinghua Yucai Experimental School violated trademark laws by using similar names, leading to confusion among the public [4] - In another case, Henan Tsinghua Yiyou Education Cultural Communication Co., Ltd. was ordered to cease using the name containing "Tsinghua" and compensate Tsinghua University 100,000 yuan for economic losses and 36,000 yuan for reasonable expenses [4]

Core Viewpoint - Bentley has clarified that it has no association with the co-branded betel nut gift box launched by "Hecheng Tianxia," emphasizing that the product and related activities were not authorized or recognized by the Bentley brand [1][3]. Group 1: Bentley's Response - Bentley stated that the co-branded product and related activities are not affiliated with the brand or its authorized dealers in China [1]. - The brand reserves the right to take legal action to protect its legitimate rights and interests due to unauthorized use of its branding [7]. Group 2: Hecheng Tianxia's Marketing Strategy - Hecheng Tianxia has previously collaborated with luxury brands such as Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz Maybach, and Porsche for promotional events [5]. - The marketing campaign for the Bentley collaboration included actors dressed as historical figures, which sparked public debate regarding the appropriateness of the partnership [3]. Group 3: Regulatory Context of Betel Nut - Betel nut has been classified as a Group 1 carcinogen by the World Health Organization, with significant links to oral cancer cases [7][8]. - Recent regulations in China have restricted the sale and advertising of betel nut products, with specific prohibitions on their classification as food and advertising [8].