USPTO Issues 11 Administrative Orders Against Fraudulent Trademark Filings
What happened: The USPTO has intensified its anti-fraud enforcement efforts, issuing 11 administrative orders targeting fraudulent trademark filings, unauthorized practice of law, false signatures, and deceptive filing schemes affecting e-commerce sellers and brands. The USPTO plans to hire more examiners in 2026 and deploy AI to identify suspicious applications. The USPTO has stated its focus on protecting the trademark registration system from fraud and abuse — particularly
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