standard essential patents

Delhi HC Orders Xiaomi to Pay ₹272 Crore in Standard Essential Patent (SEP) Dispute

Standard essential patent pro tem security order - Delhi High Court directs Xiaomi to deposit ₹272 crore in Malikie Innovations and BlackBerry cellular SEP dispute

The Delhi High Court has ordered Xiaomi to deposit ₹272 crore as pro tem security in a standard essential patent infringement suit filed by Malikie Innovations Ltd., which holds BlackBerry’s cellular SEP portfolio. Did Xiaomi’s own move in a Chinese court inadvertently seal the outcome?

Intellepedia’s Top Patent Articles of 2025: A Year in Review

A concise roundup of Intellepedia’s most impactful patent law articles of 2025, highlighting key judicial and Patent Office developments every IP practitioner should note.

Novelty and Inventive Step analysis (Part B) – Ericsson Vs. Lava – Part IX

The Delhi High Court’s analysis in Ericsson vs. Lava addresses the novelty and inventive step of key standard essential patents for 3G and EDGE technology. This post summarises the court’s findings on the technical advancements and legal standards applied in evaluating Ericsson’s patents, maintaining a clear and factual legal perspective.

A Deep Dive into Section 3(k) Analysis of Ericsson’s Eight Patents – Ericsson vs. Lava – Part VII

The Delhi High Court analysed the validity of eight Ericsson patents under Section 3(k), following Lava’s challenge. Except for the first patent, the Court upheld the remaining patents, finding them to involve technical advancements beyond mere algorithms or mathematical methods.

SEP, Infringment and principles relating to actual costs – Ericsson v. Lava – Part 5

This post discusses the Delhi High Court’s approach to awarding actual costs in the Ericsson v Lava standard essential patent litigation. It outlines the legal principles applied and analyses the Court’s reasoning, focusing on party conduct and litigation strategy in determining cost awards.

Standard Essential Patents, Claim charts and Infringement – Ericsson v. Lava – Part 4

This post discusses how the Delhi High Court assessed infringement of standard essential patents in Ericsson v. Lava, evaluating claim charts and the two-step infringement test. The court’s structured approach clarifies key aspects of SEP litigation in India.

Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) and Royalty Rates (Ericsson vs. Lava) – Part 1

The Delhi High Court’s judgment in Ericsson vs. Lava clarifies major legal standards for standard essential patents, FRAND royalties, and infringement in India. This case note examines the Court’s findings on patent validity, damages, and licensing practices in the telecom sector.

Nokia Vs. Oppo: Standard Essential Patents and Deposit during Suit Pendency

The Delhi High Court addressed Nokia’s request for interim royalty deposit from Oppo in a standard essential patents dispute. The judgment clarifies the application of FRAND licensing and the legal standards governing SEP litigation in India.

Pressing Need to Clear the Muddy Waters: SEP Litigation in India

This post examines the complexities of SEP litigation in India, focusing on the legal ambiguities around FRAND royalties and institutional approaches. It highlights the need for clear guidelines to ensure fair licensing and competition compliance in the Indian technology sector.

Indian patent statistics, Interesting Inventions, SIPP Scheme, EPO signs MOU for SEP’s and more

This article examines recent Indian patent statistics, significant inventions, and updates on the SIPP Scheme. It also reviews global trends in intellectual property and recent legal developments, offering a scholarly perspective on current patent issues.