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Hearing concludes in wireless tech case concerning portable chargers | Recent parallel proceedings saw Belkin hit with penalty fine over late filing of accounts | Upcoming decision will mark closure of case, though Philips has filed new action over more recent products.
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The UK Court of Appeal is considering—for the first time—the way FRAND licences are calculated in a SEP dispute that stands out for its unique focus on valuation methodologies, finds Sarah Speight.
A vote adopting new rules is sending shockwaves through the tech patent industry—but a high number of abstentions shows that ‘the debate is not over’, finds Sarah Speight.
Criticism of the European Commission’s proposal to regulate standard-essential patents is mounting from prominent voices, making implementation look increasingly unlikely, finds Sarah Speight.
The European Commission’s draft regulation for standard essential patents sparked lively debate, but where are we now and are the proposals likely to be implemented? Tom Foster of Taylor Wessing brings us up to speed.
Proposals to regulate standard-essential patents are well-intentioned but could place the EU’s innovation, economy and judicial systems at risk, argues Marianne Schaffner.
Ahead of his departure in September, WIPR asked the executive director of the EU Intellectual Property Office to reflect on not being re-elected, proud moments and what he plans to do next.
After the European Commission finally published its proposals to reform standard-essential patent licensing, we share views from SEP holders and implementers in part one of a two-part focus on industry reaction.
The decision revealed plenty about how FRAND disputes may play out while cementing the UK as an alternative European venue, says Tess Waldron of Powell Gilbert.
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BRG has hired an MD and a director to its LA office who both bring extensive whole-spectrum IP experience, including high-stakes SEP and FRAND disputes.
The US International Trade Commission has long been a favourable forum for patent cases, and—in light of recent decisions and a potentially pro-SEP administration—should only continue to be so, write Smith Brittingham and Yi Yu of Finnegan.
Tech giants resolve multi-jurisdictional patent disputes | Final details to be agreed via arbitration | Pair had proceedings in UK, US, EU and South America.
English courts are trying to find a path through global FRAND disputes that provides solutions without treading on foreign peers—but will it work, asks Sarah Speight?
Michael Pomeroy, who recently represented the winning party in a 5G SEP case against Samsung, brings an impressive track record in all stages of patent litigation.
UK Court of Appeal finds that Ericsson’s ‘hold up’ behaviour breached FRAND obligations | Judgment represents a major implementer victory over a SEP owner amid a flurry of similar disputes | Lord Justice Arnold shares views on comity and UK’s role in global FRAND rate setting.
London hearing over FRAND terms after pair failed to reach a deal | PanOptis campaign accuses Apple of deliberately devaluing tech to achieve lower royalties.
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