Core Viewpoint - Gree Electric Appliances has made significant progress in protecting its intellectual property rights, resulting in multiple legal actions against trademark infringement and unfair competition [1][2]. Group 1: Legal Actions and Outcomes - From January 2024 to March 2025, Gree Electric concluded 4 criminal cases, resulting in 5 individuals receiving prison sentences ranging from 6 months to 3 years, with total fines amounting to 200,000 yuan [2]. - The company also resolved 356 civil cases, with total compensation awarded amounting to 16.0762 million yuan [2]. - Additionally, 4 administrative cases were concluded, resulting in fines totaling 71,814 yuan [2]. Group 2: Shareholder Actions - On March 3, Gree Electric announced that its major shareholder, Jinghai Internet Technology Development Co., Ltd., plans to increase its stake in the company within six months using its own funds and financial institution loans [3]. - The planned investment for the share buyback is between 1.05 billion yuan and 2.1 billion yuan, with no set price range for the purchase [5]. - The purpose of this buyback is to enhance investor confidence and support the company's sustainable development [5].