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Sports equipment manufacturers face growing risks of trademark infringement in China. Learn how U.S.-based Redshift Sports successfully protected its brand and intellectual property in China with the help of Trustiics’ vetted legal experts.

Expanding into international markets offers e-commerce merchants exciting opportunities, but it also brings the risk of trademark infringement, trademark squatting, and brand theft. This guide explains how Amazon sellers, Shopify merchants, and other e-commerce business owners can protect their trademark, trade name, and brand name when selling across borders.

China opens its doors to foreign financial firms, sparking a race for a piece of a $45 trillion market.

Practical legal guide for SMEs sourcing or manufacturing in China. Learn how to prevent supply chain risks, avoid defaults, manage contracts, and stay compliant with China’s import/export laws.

Thinking of entering the Chinese market in 2025? This in-depth guide walks you through market entry strategies (direct and indirect), regulatory updates including the Foreign Investment Law and 2024 Negative List, remote operations, encouraged industries, onshore equity investments, tax planning under China’s double taxation treaties, and other must-know legal considerations. Packed with actionable tips and strategic insights, it's a must-read for SMEs, legal teams, and cross-border investors.

The EU’s MiCAR regulation is now fully in force, introducing the world’s first unified legal framework for crypto-assets. This guide breaks down what it means for crypto startups, exchanges, investors, and compliance teams operating in Europe and beyond.

A closer look at three major U.S. crypto legal cases from 2023—Binance, Tornado Cash, and FTX—and what they mean for compliance, investor protection, and the future of digital assets. A must-read for fintech startups, crypto companies, and legal professionals navigating global finance regulations.

U.S. lawmakers are moving to regulate stablecoins—and the crypto industry needs to pay attention. The proposed GENIUS Act of 2025 has passed committee and is currently under Senate review. It introduces the most detailed federal rules to date for payment stablecoins—defining who can issue them, how reserves must be managed, and what compliance will require. If you're building in crypto, fintech, or global payments, this bill could reshape your go-to-market strategy, risk posture, and even how you interact with the U.S. financial system. This blog breaks it all down—from stablecoin fundamentals to what tech SMEs need to know as regulation becomes real.

In China, company seals—commonly known as “chops” (印章)—play a pivotal role in business operations, acting as the primary legal stamp of authorization. Unlike Western jurisdictions that rely heavily on handwritten or electronic signatures, Chinese companies validate contracts and documents using these legally registered seals. Understanding the different types of seals, how they function, and the compliance risks involved is essential for international companies, especially in the tech, manufacturing, and e-commerce sectors or those outsourcing production to China.