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[2026 Update] Japan’s Evolving Stance on SEPs: A Comprehensive Guide to JPO Negotiations and the Industrial Structure Council Roadmap
Driven by the rapid growth of IoT, "multi-component products" integrated with cellular connectivity (4G/5G)—such as connected vehicles, smart home appliances, and industrial machinery—have become market mainstream. Consequently, licensin... -
Breaking: Europe’s UPC Patent Mediation and Arbitration Centre (PMAC) Officially Inaugurated—A New Game-Changer for SEP/FRAND Dispute Resolution
A historic paradigm shift has taken place in the European patent landscape. On June 2, 2026, the Patent Mediation and Arbitration Centre (PMAC) of the Unified Patent Court (UPC) was officially inaugurated in Ljubljana, Slovenia, marking ... -
Patent Pool Shakeup: The Story Behind Access Advance Acquiring Via LA’s HEVC/VVC Pools Following Samsung Victory
A massive shift has rocked the video codec licensing market. In December 2025, patent pool giant Access Advance officially acquired the HEVC and VVC patent pool businesses of its competitor, Via LA. While this industry restructuring migh... -
Breaking: Nokia and Geely Reach Global Settlement in 5G Patent Dispute, Dropping European Litigation
Telecom equipment giant Nokia (Finland) and Chinese automotive heavyweight Geely have reached a global settlement, resolving a high-stakes standard-essential patent (SEP) dispute. Nokia has withdrawn its patent infringement lawsuits agai...
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