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industrial espionage |
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industrial espionageAcquisition of trade secrets from business competitors. Industrial spying is a reaction to the efforts of many businesses to keep secret their designs, formulas, manufacturing processes, research, and future plans. Trade secrets may find their way into the open market through disloyal employees or through various other means. Penalties against those found guilty range from an injunction against further use of the knowledge to substantial damages. See also patent. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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With more legislation promised in the coming months, many businesses are reevaluating their information storage systems to protect against identity theft and other information crimes including corporate espionage and fraud. Caught, he spins a quick and convincing tale; and CEO Nick Wyatt decides to use him in a corporate espionage scheme against their chief rival, Trion. This person commits crimes such as corporate espionage and credit card fraud for personal gain or profit. |
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