Hackers gained access to Topps’ website during the summer and early fall, possibly compromising customer information. On Wednesday, the company sent out an email to those who may have been affected by the security breach (see below). Topps stated it became aware on October 12 of thus year that “one or more intruders gained unauthorized access to its website.” Topps … [Read more...]
Agents Busy Seizing Bogus Goods, Websites During Baseball Playoffs
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center) have announced the results of "Operation Strike Out." The one-month operation, which commenced at the beginning of the American League and National League Championship Series and continued through the World … [Read more...]
Agents Seize Bogus Jerseys
Sports Collectors Daily has learned that agents from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations seized more than 160 counterfeit NFL jerseys were seized last Friday from two Phoenix sports memorabilia stores. According to the agency, the businesses were targeted for investigation following a tip from a "concerned citizen". HSI agents … [Read more...]