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Sectors and associations

DSW

Abbreviation for Deutscher Schutzverband gegen Wirtschaftskriminalität

In short and in plain language

The DSW is a German association that stands up for fair business.

It acts against unfair competition. It also warns about scams, such as fake bills for domains.

For firms this means: check a bill you did not expect before you pay it.

Definition
The DSW is the German association against white-collar crime, a body that promotes commercial interests. It takes action against breaches of competition law and informs the public about dubious business practices, such as fake invoices for domain registrations. For businesses, its warnings are a reason to check an unexpected invoice before paying it.