Core Viewpoint - The Shanghai People's Court ruled in favor of Huawei in the "Zunpai Communications infringement of Huawei's trade secrets case," marking a significant victory in Huawei's two-year intellectual property protection battle [1][5]. Group 1: Case Details - Zunpai Communications, founded in March 2021 by former Huawei executive Zhang Kun, was found guilty of systematically stealing Huawei's Wi-Fi 6 chip technology, with over 90% overlap in key technologies [1][5]. - Zhang Kun was sentenced to six years in prison and fined 3 million yuan, while 13 former Huawei employees received prison sentences ranging from 2 to 4 years [5]. - The court's decision reflects a zero-tolerance attitude towards the protection of trade secrets in China, aiming to deter malicious competition in the tech industry [5]. Group 2: Impact on Huawei - Huawei incurred direct economic losses exceeding 900 million yuan in R&D investments for Wi-Fi 6/7 technologies, with potential annual patent fee losses of 100 to 200 million USD if Zunpai's chips were mass-produced [5]. - The leak of technology has hindered Huawei's ability to negotiate in international standard discussions for Wi-Fi 7, forcing the company to disclose key patents prematurely and weakening its bargaining power [5]. Group 3: Industry Implications - The case is seen as a turning point for the semiconductor industry in China, shifting from "barbaric growth" to "compliance innovation," emphasizing the need for original technology and adherence to legal boundaries [7]. - The incident may lead venture capitalists to conduct stricter reviews of startup teams' technology sources to avoid "tainted financing" [7].

Core Points - The dispute between Hai Chen Energy and CATL has escalated, with Hai Chen's executive being taken into custody for alleged trade secret infringement [2] - Hai Chen Energy, founded in 2019, has rapidly grown to become the third-largest energy storage battery company globally, focusing on lithium-ion storage solutions [3] - The company is currently in the process of listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with projected revenue of 12.917 billion yuan for 2024 and a nearly 90% compound annual growth rate over the past three years [3] Group 1 - Hai Chen Energy's executive, Feng Dengke, has been detained by police for allegedly infringing on trade secrets, with the case reportedly dating back several years [2] - Feng Dengke and Hai Chen's chairman, Wu Zuyu, both previously worked at CATL, indicating a potential conflict of interest [2] - Hai Chen Energy has launched several innovative products, including a 280Ah energy storage battery and a sodium-ion battery with over 20,000 cycles [3] Group 2 - The relationship between Hai Chen Energy and CATL has been strained, with CATL previously suing former employees for violating non-compete agreements [4] - In July 2023, CATL filed a lawsuit against multiple entities, including Hai Chen Energy, for unfair competition, with a court hearing scheduled for August 12 [4] - Hai Chen Energy's rapid growth and executive backgrounds have not mitigated tensions with CATL, highlighting the competitive nature of the energy storage industry [4]

Core Viewpoint - The arrest of Feng Dengkai is just a chapter in the ongoing dispute between CATL and Hichern Energy, highlighting the competitive tensions in the battery storage industry [1][15]. Group 1: Company Background - Hichern Energy has rapidly ascended to become the third-largest energy storage battery manufacturer globally, surpassing competitors like BYD and CATL within just two years of mass production [4][5]. - The company is valued at 25 billion RMB before its IPO, with significant backing from investors such as Bank of China Asset Management and CICC [5]. - Hichern Energy's projected revenue for 2024 is 12.9 billion RMB, with a net profit of 288 million RMB, and its core business has a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 160% [5]. Group 2: Legal Disputes and Allegations - CATL has initiated legal action against Hichern Energy for unfair competition, claiming that Hichern's 587Ah battery cell closely resembles CATL's patented products, with only a 4.4% deviation in energy density [5][15]. - Feng Dengkai's arrest for allegedly infringing on trade secrets is part of CATL's broader strategy to protect its intellectual property and competitive edge [5][14]. - The ongoing legal battles and Feng's arrest could significantly impact Hichern Energy's IPO process, raising concerns about internal controls and information disclosure [14][15]. Group 3: Industry Context - The energy storage battery sector is currently embroiled in a price war, putting financial pressure on companies like Hichern Energy, which has nearly 10 billion RMB in debt against 6.6 billion RMB in cash and restricted deposits [5][14]. - The rapid growth of Hichern Energy has drawn scrutiny from CATL, which has become increasingly vigilant about protecting its technological advantages and preventing talent poaching [20][21]. - The competitive landscape has shifted, with many former CATL employees now occupying key positions in rival companies, leading to heightened tensions and legal disputes [21][22].

新华财经上海7月29日电（记者杨有宗）记者29日从上海市浦东新区获悉，《浦东新区加强商业秘密保 护若干规定》（以下简称"若干规定"）对外发布，将于8月28日起正式施行。若干规定在引导企业加强 自我保护、明确商业秘密保护行政要求、强化行政保护与司法保护衔接、细化商业秘密保密要求等方面 进一步接轨国际、探索创新。 自开展全国商业秘密保护创新试点地区建设工作以来，浦东新区市场监管局、浦东新区检察院等部门立 足职能，陆续发布《浦东新区企业商业秘密保护指南》《三大先导产业商业秘密保护指南》《三大先导 产业知识产权保护指南》等指导性文件。 若干规定在商业秘密"三性"（非公知性、价值性、保密性）及侵权行为认定等方面进行了创新。比如， 在信息非公知性举证要求上，权利人若能证明其主张信息的来源（如自行研发）并采取相应保密措施， 而涉嫌侵权人无法证明其从公开渠道合法获取该信息，则认定该信息具有非公知性。 在侵权行为认定方面，有效借鉴司法实践中的"相同加接触"方法，同时增加"实质来源"的侵权情形，即 经比对，双方信息虽不相同，但权利人能证明对方信息实质来源于己方信息（如优化改进后使用），亦 构成侵权行为。 （文章来源：新华财经） ...

Core Viewpoint - The recent release of the "Draft Regulations on the Protection of Trade Secrets" is a significant step towards establishing a trade secret protection system in China, addressing challenges posed by the digital age and enhancing the protection of rights holders [1][2]. Group 1: Challenges in Protecting Trade Secrets in the Digital Age - The core elements of trade secrets include secrecy, value, and confidentiality, which face challenges in the digital era due to the electronic storage of information and the ease of data replication [2][3]. - Internet reliance increases the risk of trade secret theft through cyber threats and potential failures in confidentiality measures due to cloud service complexities [2][3]. - New technologies like artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things create novel trade secrets that existing laws struggle to protect adequately [3]. Group 2: Direction of Trade Secret Protection Rules - The draft regulations clarify the elements constituting trade secrets, including definitions of "not known to the public," "commercial value," and "taking confidentiality measures," enhancing the legal framework for protecting trade secrets [4][5]. - A systematic trade secret protection framework is proposed, shifting from reactive to proactive measures, emphasizing the roles of various stakeholders in the protection process [6][7]. - The draft regulations detail the types of actions that constitute trade secret infringement, aiming to improve the applicability and effectiveness of the law in practice [7]. Group 3: Focus Points for Trade Secret Protection in the Digital Era - There is a need to refine definitions and elements related to trade secrets to unify enforcement and judicial standards, reducing ambiguity in legal applications [8]. - The shift from "post-infringement remedies" to "prevention" is emphasized, encouraging businesses to establish robust confidentiality systems and risk management mechanisms [8][9]. - As Chinese companies expand internationally, there is an increasing demand for foreign-related trade secret protection, necessitating the development of a system aligned with international standards [9].

Group 1 - The report outlines the trends and characteristics of civil, criminal, and administrative cases related to trade secret protection in China from 2014 to 2024, highlighting the need for improved legal frameworks and enforcement mechanisms [1][2][21] - Civil cases have shown a significant increase, peaking at 591 cases in 2019, while criminal cases have remained stable at an average of about 112 cases per year [1][2][19] - The majority of civil cases (over 80%) are related to trade secret infringement, with technical secret disputes being 1.7 times more prevalent than business secret disputes [1][2][28] Group 2 - The geographical distribution of cases is heavily concentrated in economically developed regions, with Guangdong, Shanghai, and Beijing accounting for 41.7% of civil cases [1][2][36] - The average trial duration for civil cases is 156 days, significantly longer than for ordinary civil cases, primarily due to the complexity of evidence [2][21] - The report indicates that the average compensation awarded in civil cases is 7.46 million yuan, but 66% of cases end in withdrawal, with statutory compensation being the norm [2][19] Group 3 - The report emphasizes the importance of strengthening preemptive measures for trade secret protection, such as improving confidentiality systems and signing non-compete agreements [2][21] - It suggests that companies should prioritize criminal reporting when evidence is sufficient, while civil litigation or administrative complaints can be pursued when evidence is lacking [2][21] - The report calls for collaboration among judicial, administrative, and corporate entities to enhance trade secret protection and proposes lowering the burden of proof and increasing compensation levels [2][21]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the introduction of the first "Guide for the Protection of Trade Secrets and Enhancement of Innovation Capability for Time-honored Brands" in Huangpu District, aimed at safeguarding the core techniques and recipes of these brands from potential leakage due to personnel turnover [1] - The guide helps enterprises understand the basic concepts of trade secrets, identify application scenarios, build a protection system, clarify legal remedies, and distinguish between trade secret protection and intangible cultural heritage transmission [1] - The guide specifies potential "secret points" that could become trade secrets for time-honored brands and assists in formulating layered protection strategies for intangible cultural heritage trade secrets [1] Group 2 - Huangpu District also launched the first trade secret insurance and the first trade secret protection alliance for time-honored brands, providing full lifecycle protection for these enterprises [2] - The insurance mechanism helps complete an internal "check-up" of trade secret systems before purchasing insurance, enhancing the construction and execution of these systems [2] - The alliance, consisting of members from the Shanghai Chinese Time-honored Brand Association and representatives of time-honored enterprises, aims to address challenges in craft transmission, digital transformation, and cross-industry cooperation regarding trade secret protection [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the efforts of the Tai'an Market Supervision Administration to enhance the protection of commercial secrets among enterprises, highlighting initiatives, achievements, and future plans aimed at fostering innovation and compliance in the business environment [1][2]. Group 1: Achievements and Initiatives - Since the implementation of the three-year action plan for strengthening commercial secret protection (2023-2025), the Tai'an Market Supervision Administration has established 7 protection bases and 108 guidance stations, and cultivated 163 benchmark enterprises [1]. - The administration has conducted the "Enterprise Commercial Secret Protection Capability Improvement Service Month," visiting nearly 160 enterprises and holding over 50 legal training sessions, benefiting more than 700 enterprises [1]. - The city of Feicheng has been approved as a "Shandong Province Second Batch Provincial Commercial Secret Protection Innovation Pilot Area," and the Tai'an High-tech Zone's commercial secret protection work has been recognized as an excellent case for the 2024 annual "Law and Dare" legal construction [1]. Group 2: Future Plans and Focus Areas - The market supervision system will continue to emphasize three key areas during the third "Enterprise Commercial Secret Protection Capability Improvement Service Month," which includes enhancing enterprise commercial secret protection, regulating competition order, and promoting high-quality economic development [2]. - There will be a focus on strengthening publicity to create a robust atmosphere for commercial secret protection, guiding enterprises to enhance legal awareness and compliance concepts [2]. - The administration plans to establish a one-stop comprehensive service window for commercial secret protection, integrating consultation, guidance, and rights protection functions tailored to local characteristics [2].

Core Viewpoint - Shenzhen Municipal Market Supervision Administration has launched a "Commercial Secret Protection" service column to provide a one-stop service for enterprises, focusing on policy dissemination, learning resources, risk prevention, and foreign-related services [1] Group 1: Service Structure - The service column consists of four core sections: "Notifications and Announcements," "Activity Highlights," "Learning Area," and "Thematic Services," creating a multi-dimensional and interactive service system for commercial secret protection [1] - The "Notifications and Announcements" section publishes relevant policy documents, activity previews, and public information to keep enterprises updated on regulatory dynamics [1] - The "Activity Highlights" section showcases various information related to training, results release, and enterprise services through a visually engaging format, promoting experience exchange and sharing [1] - The "Learning Area" includes three sub-sections: "Standards and Guidelines," "Typical Cases," and "Practical Research," providing various learning resources to enhance enterprises' practical capabilities in commercial secret protection [1] - The "Thematic Services" section integrates three special services, including a regularly updated list of commercial secret protection service points across the city, facilitating enterprises' access to professional support [1] Group 2: Online Services and Features - As of June 2025, there will be 74 commercial secret protection service points in Shenzhen, covering all 11 districts of the city [2] - The online "Health Check" service and a 30-day free "Diagnosis" are highlighted features of the third "Enterprise Commercial Secret Protection Capability Enhancement Service Month" [2] - The online "Health Check" service, developed in collaboration with Deepin Technology Co., utilizes expandable data leakage prevention technology (XDLP) to intelligently detect, warn, and trace the flow of commercial secret data [2] - Enterprises can apply for the "Health Check" to refine their commercial secret management strategies and conduct comprehensive audits of file transmission routes across various platforms [2] - The service aims to provide real-time, embedded, and continuous assessments of data flow, helping enterprises identify and address management vulnerabilities from the source [2] Group 3: Application Process - Enterprises interested in participating in the online "Health Check" can submit applications via a QR code, choosing between "Self-Registration" or "IT Assistant Support" for the assessment [3] - Upon completing the 30-day free assessment, enterprises will receive a detailed "Commercial Secret Management Risk Online Health Check Report," highlighting risks across various dimensions [3] - Market supervision departments can also provide one-on-one on-site guidance services by linking experts to assist enterprises [3]

Core Viewpoint - Wuhan's market regulatory authority has established a public service platform for the protection of business secrets, collaborating with multiple entities to provide comprehensive support for local enterprises [1][2]. Group 1: Platform Features - The platform integrates "eight basic functions" and "three distinctive functions," creating a full-chain service system focused on Wuhan's "965" key industries [1]. - It offers a series of brand-oriented public training and specialized services tailored to different industry characteristics, enhancing enterprises' ability to protect business secrets [1]. Group 2: Legal and Administrative Support - An infringement pre-processing center has been established, involving the market regulatory bureau, public security bureau, people's procuratorate, and intermediate people's court, aiming to address the pain points of business secret protection [1]. - The center combines administrative, criminal, civil, and self-protection measures to create a rapid protection experience for enterprises facing infringement issues [1]. Group 3: Standardization and Implementation - The "Enterprise Business Secret Management and Service Specification" is the first local standard in the country that integrates "system construction + management services," achieving breakthroughs in systematic integration of confidentiality measures and dynamic management of personnel [2]. - Since its implementation in April, the standard has provided operational guidelines for SMEs, establishing over 4,000 connected enterprises, 400 demonstration enterprises, and 100 service stations [2]. Group 4: Management Practices - The standard emphasizes the establishment of a business secret management system, including confidentiality policies, document control, and various agreements to protect sensitive information [2]. - A comprehensive lifecycle management system for employees is proposed, covering onboarding, employment, and offboarding processes to effectively prevent leaks and protect legal rights [2].