12 February 2021PatentsRory O'Neill

EU expert group criticised over SEP proposals

An EU expert group on standard-essential patents (SEPs) has failed to reach a consensus on the future of SEP licensing, drawing criticism from both sides of the debate between SEP owners and implementers.

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