Strava vs. Garmin, Round Two. The API Dispute is Over but the Patent War Begins
“I’d be gutted if Garmin data stopped syncing with Strava,” said Sue Kay, a professional triathlete and a fitness coach. “Garmin gives me the data, but Strava gives me the people.” That fear, shared by millions of athletes, fueled weeks of speculation over whether Garmin’s devices would stop syncing with Strava’s platform on November 1, […]
Novartis’ $29B Market at Risk as Famous Drug Entresto faces 17 Oppositions
When a single patent attracts 17 separate oppositions at the European Patent Office, it signals more than just legal friction. In the pharmaceutical market, this could signal a billion-dollar market shift. Novartis’s blockbuster drug Entresto is now at the center of such a fight, and the outcome will reshape a $29 billion global market for […]
Inside Google’s Patent Strategy: Filings, Litigation Trends, and Licensing Power
In an era defined by rapid technological evolution, a company’s intellectual property (IP) portfolio stands as a cornerstone of its innovation, market influence, and future trajectory. Google, a titan in the digital landscape, exemplifies this principle by meticulously cultivating an expansive IP estate that underpins its dominant position across diverse sectors, including search and AI, […]
Role of Patents in Cloud Computing Industry Innovation: Litigation, Trends, and Opportunities
The modern enterprise thrives on agility and scale, powered by the unseen architecture of cloud computing. From powering sophisticated data analytics and artificial intelligence to enabling seamless remote work and global services, cloud services are no longer just a trend—they are the bedrock of the digital economy. As capabilities expand and converge with emerging technologies […]
US Patent Damages Hit $1.91B in 2025, Intel and Samsung Among the Top Payers
The first half of 2025 has witnessed a dramatic surge in patent litigation across key industries, with over $1.9 billion awarded in damages from just 21 cases. Among them, VLSI Technology LLC v. Intel Corporation saw the largest award, with Intel ordered to pay $948.76 million in damages. The year also witnessed several other notable […]
Proving Patent Infringement for a Robotics Patent – in Smartphones
John, a partner at a well-established patent litigation firm in the United States, contacted us at a point when the pressure had started to build. He was preparing for a patent infringement case involving a tech that described a multi-camera imaging system capable of producing an image with a sharply focused center and a lower-resolution […]
Need to Estimate Damages Fast? The Only Patent Valuation Checklist You’ll Ever Need
There’s no shortage of data when it comes to patent valuation. Legal guidelines, product specs, and market figures are easily accessible. But in practice, these pieces often don’t connect. Patent claims are analyzed, but they’re not always linked to how products work. Market relevance is understood, but it’s often not presented in a way that […]
Role of Patents in Wi-Fi Industry Innovation: Litigation, Trends, and Opportunities
The modern world thrives on connectivity, and at its heart lies Wi-Fi, a technology so ubiquitous it often goes unnoticed, yet its evolution is relentless. From powering smart homes and personal devices to enabling industrial automation and advanced communication systems, Wi-Fi is a cornerstone of the digital economy. As Wi-Fi capabilities expand with each new […]
How TSMC got hands on MediaTek’s patents using a mediator licensing firm
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has long been known for actively protecting its intellectual property through litigation. However, in an unexpected move in March 2025, TSMC transferred 32 patents to Mago Barca IP LLC, an affiliate of Longhorn IP. This transfer followed a complex legal history between the two companies. In 2023, TSMC had sued […]
EV Battery Giants Are in Court: Is this another threat to EV Innovation?
The rapid growth of China’s electric vehicle (EV) market is driving intense competition and increased patent litigation. The patent feud of CALB vs CATL highlights how charged the industry innovation is. GreyB analyzed patents asserted in the recent EV battery litigations, focusing on the technologies central to these disputes. Combining the analysis of these patents […]
US Patent Damages Hit $4.19B, Verizon and Amazon Among the Top Payers
Patent disputes in the U.S. can turn into a billion-dollar courtroom showdown. Companies fight hard to protect their patents, and the payouts are massive when they win. In 2024, 72 patent infringement lawsuits reached a jury verdict. General Access Solutions received the largest award—$857 million in infringement damages. The year saw 37 cases cross the […]
Patent Alert: Is Your Drug Delivery Tech at Risk After Auto-Injection’s Latest Acquisition
In 2022, Medtronic paid $10 million to Insulet Corporation in an infringement lawsuit over tracking-enabled insulin pumps. Such high-stake cases highlight a growing issue in the healthcare sector. As companies invest in automated drug delivery, smart storage, and digital monitoring, the risk of inadvertent infringement and legal disputes increases. In August 2024, Auto-Injection Technologies LLC […]
Samsung Faces a Lawsuit Every 5 Days, Pharma Litigation Booms, and NPEs Stay Highly Active
Imagine being sued every 5 days! For Samsung Group, that became a reality in 2024. The tech giant became the most sued company in the US, with 69 patent infringement lawsuits involving 208 patents. However, Samsung was not alone in this struggle. Tech giants like Amazon and Google were right behind Samsung in the list. […]
5 Strategies to turn weak invalidity contentions into winning arguments
Weak invalidity contentions delay proceedings and increase costs, adding unnecessary stress to a high-stakes situation. Worst of all, it turns even the winning cases into losing battles. Minor oversights, even incomplete prior art information or errors in the procedural details, put the entire case at risk. This article lists 5 strategies to create solid invalidity […]
Role of Patents in EV Industry Innovation: Litigation, Trends, and Opportunities
The automotive industry is in the midst of a transformative shift, accelerating towards an electric future. At the core of this revolution lies the relentless innovation in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging and battery technologies. These advancements are not merely incremental; they represent a fundamental reimagining of transportation, with intellectual property (IP) playing a pivotal role […]
Could India be the Next Patent Hub for Chinese Companies?
With the rise of Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) in India and the growing interest of Chinese companies in this market, the question looms: “Could India be the next patent hub for Chinese companies?” To make this a reality, India’s IP landscape must be adjusted to accommodate global innovators, as several laws still require tweaking. In […]