Huawei extends IP olive branch to the West
Chinese tech giant Huawei held a conference with the underlying theme that it is open to working with the rest of the world on IP, as the US makes fresh accusations of Chinese state-sponsored hacks.
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Non-wireless business propels Nokia to improve outlook
Nokia slightly improved its full-year outlook after delivering a healthy quarter, driven mainly by its network infrastructure and licensing business groups, partly offset by weakness in the mobile networks business.
Google wins legal duel with Oracle over Android’s use of Java code
The US Supreme Court ruled in favour of Google in the decade-long litigation brought by Oracle, granting the Android owner “fair use” of Java API code it copied in developing the mobile operating system.
UK Supreme Court rules against Huawei in landmark patent cases
Some long-running litigation between Huawei and a couple of patent holders has reached its conclusion, thus setting a global precedent.
Patent troll sets its sights on Amazon, LG, Apple, Microsoft and more
Several technology companies have been told they are at the centre of a patent complaint concerning touchscreen technology, filed by Ireland’s Neodron.
US Supreme Court says no to Apple’s $440 Million patent appeal
The United States Supreme Court has denied Apple’s request to review a decision from the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit which found it liable for $439.8 million in damages, fees, and interest.
Sonos says Google has been stealing its patented tech for years
Wireless audio specialist Sonos is suing internet giant Google, claiming it has knowingly used its patented technology without paying for it since 2016.
Interdigital sues Motorola-owner Lenovo over 4G patents
Mobile and video tech developer Interdigital has filed patent infringement action against Lenovo in the UK because they can’t agree a price for use of its 4G patents.
Apple poised to enter the foldy-phone fray
A patent for a new foldable phone has emerged in the United States Patent and Trademark Office, signalling Apple’s entry into the desperate battle for innovation.
Qualcomm’s share price nosedives after FTC antirust loss
Qualcomm might have some of the most battle-hardened legal experts in the technology world, but it can’t win every fight.
Qualcomm lands roundhouse in Apple legal battle
The on-going legal battle between Qualcomm and Apple has taken a twist as the US District Court for the Southern District of California has ruled in favour of Qualcomm.
Apple draws level with Qualcomm after Germany win
A German court has dismissed Qualcomm’s efforts to block iPhone sales in the country as ‘groundless’ as Apple hit back in the on-going global patent dispute.
Qualcomm pays $1.5bn to ban some iPhone sales in Germany
Qualcomm has elected to post $1.5 billion as a security bond to enable the enforcement of remedies ordered by the Munich District Court blocking the sale of iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 models in Germany.
Intel triggered into joining Qualcomm Apple spat
Qualcomm has accused Intel of cheating at modems with Apple’s help, but Intel’s weak public riposte is unlikely to sway much opinion in its favour.
Nokia set to make €3 per 5G smartphone in licensing boom
Nokia has announced it is set to make €3 per smartphone through the company’s 5G portfolio of standard essential patents (SEPs), as the commercial realities of the awaiting 5G era start to become clearer.
Endless design patent case orders Samsung to pay Apple $539 million
Apple accused Samsung of coping some design elements from the iPhone back in 2011 and the lawyers have been making hay ever since.
Intel adds to Qualcomm legal woes
We’re not too sure when, but at some point in the near future Qualcomm execs are going to start waking up in the middle of the night sweating over the fear of another lawsuit appearing in the morning.
Qualcomm quarterlies take a fruity hit
Legal aggro with Apple and BlackBerry contributed to a revenue decline of 11% and a profit plunge of 40% in Qualcomm’s latest quarterlies.
Nokia says ‘Xiaomi the money’
Nokia’s Chinese whispers continue with the announcement of a business collaboration agreement with Xiaomi, which includes some smartphone patent cross-licensing.
Apple and Qualcomm row starts to cause collateral damage
The rather public spat between Qualcomm and Apple has been stepped up another level today, as the iLeader choked the ability of its own suppliers to pay Qualcomm.
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