International Regulatory Aspects of Track and Trace & Related Issues

by Justin Ives | Sep 14, 2023

The presentation will cover an update on status of the track and trace aspects of the WHO’s Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) Protocol on the Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products, and the upcoming 3rd Meeting of the Protocol Parties (MOP3) due to take place...

Status of Track and Trace System Required Under WHO FCTC Protocol

by Justin Ives | Aug 23, 2023

The objective of the WHO FCTC Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products (Protocol) is the elimination of all forms of illicit trade in tobacco products. The Protocol aims to secure the supply chain of tobacco products through a series of government...

The Role of Smartphones in the Authentication Space – A New Report

by Justin Ives | Jul 10, 2023

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The Future of the International Standard for Tax Stamps

by Justin Ives | Jul 10, 2023

ISO 22382:2018, the international standard for tax stamps, is now due for its 5-yearly ISO review. As project leader for the standard, Ian Lancaster has been asking revenue agencies and suppliers for their view on whether and how the standard should be revised. He...

Nano-Optical Elements for Physical Security of Tax Stamps

by Justin Ives | Jul 10, 2023

Excise tax stamps are valuable documents because they are used to regulate the production, distribution and consumption of a certain group of goods like alcohol and cigarettes and confirm payment of excise duty. Therefore, not only the products, but also the stamps...