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Blog

Summer of Sport: embracing the authentic fan experience

Amidst the thrill of summer sports, ensuring an authentic experience is essential. Explore the steps needed to verifying genuine sports merchandise, avoiding ticket scams, and choosing a streaming service option that benefits fans and teams.

Women’s sports are moving from sidelines to primetime

Women’s sports have made significant strides, but are traditional strategies enough to sustain continued change? Dive into the challenging and inspirational world of athleticism to understand how teams are seizing opportunities amid shifting trends.

Innovate to protect: transforming sports media to defeat piracy

Digital content is evolving as the transformation to more flexible sharing policies changes how sports are consumed online. Unlock the balance between fan engagement and content control, and its broader implications requiring both innovation and vigilance.

Case Studies

The global tax stamp market is complex, with stringent traceability and security requirements. Imprensa Nacional-Casa da Moeda has partnered with OpSec for 20 years to protect over 10 billion excisable products.

With explosive e-commerce growth, Audio-Technica was troubled by online counterfeit selling. They worked with OpSec to deploy brand protection countermeasures to stabilize their global online business environment.

News

October 1, 2024

To strengthen the OpSec position in Japan, SAKATA Brand Solutions Co. Ltd. has been launched as the sole distributor for OpSec in Japan, offering an extensive range of brand protection solutions. The new company will also take on support for OpSec customers in the region.

May 7, 2024

Crane NXT, a premier industrial technology company, has completed its acquisition of OpSec Security. The company is renaming its “Crane Currency” reportable segment to “Security and Authentication Technologies,” which will consist of the Crane Currency and OpSec businesses.

January 10, 2024

OpSec announces the appointment of Andrew Clint as Chief Commercial Officer and a member of the Executive Leadership Team. Andrew comes to OpSec with a wealth of experience in the authentication industry, across both brand protection and government revenue protection.

Brand Licensing Europe

September 24-26, 2024 in London

With the world’s biggest brand owners, retailers and manufacturers, Brand Licensing Europe is the event for licensing and brand extension in Europe. It’s a chance to spot the latest trends, discover fresh products, and create new connections in the brand licensing space.

AAMVA Annual International Conference

September 24-26, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia

The Annual International Conference for AAMVA is the place for chief administrators and key personnel from motor vehicle and law enforcement agencies to discuss major issues affecting the community, exchange ideas, and formulate potential solutions.

APWG eCrime 2024

September 24-26, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts

The symposium on Electronic Crime Research (eCrime) is a multi-disciplinary venue to present basic and applied research into electronic crime. The event spotlights technologies and techniques for cybercrime detection, response, forensics and prevention.

Sports Merchandise and Licensing Show

October 14, 2024 in London

The Sports Merchandise and Licensing Show is a showcase for top sports brands and retailers from across the globe. Tailored for all sports brands, it is the place to explore new business opportunities and catch up with existing industry contacts all under one roof.

Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show

January 22-24, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada

Dedicated to sports and collegiate licensed merchandise, this event attracts licensors, retailers, and colleges from all corners of the US. It’s an opportunity to create new partnerships, experience the latest trends, and discover fresh products from the world of sports and collegiate licensing.

Tax Stamp & Traceability Forum

April 7-9, 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa

Bringing together government excise and customs agencies, law enforcement, regulators, manufacturers, security printers, and technology partners, the Tax Stamp and Traceability Forum is the place to learn about the latest developments, best practices, and solutions in tax stamp and traceability systems.

IACC Annual Conference

May 15-17, 2024 in Orlando, Florida

During the 2024 IACC Annual Conference, OpSec connected with brands and law enforcement agencies to discuss solutions in the fight against counterfeiting. It was a great chance to network with industry experts on the trends, challenges, and visions for the future.

INTA Annual Meeting

May 18-22, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia

OpSec exhibited at the 2024 INTA Annual Meeting, the largest summit dedicated to intellectual property matters. Joined by our partners at Zacco, our team of experts met with current and prospective clients to discuss their most important IP and brand questions.

Licensing Expo

May 21-23, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada

Back in May, OpSec exhibited at Licensing Expo, the largest licensing exhibition in the world. It was a great opportunity to spot the latest trends, discover fresh products, and create new connections in the brand licensing space.