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Monday, January 17, 2011
Wi-LAN reaches settlement with Intel over patent dispute, set to receive a 'significant amount'
It's hard to know how to feel about this one, whether it's a case of a patent troll getting a delicious kickback or the little guy slaying the evil, giant, patent-infringing corporation. Whichever interpretation you choose, know that Wi-LAN has apparently been victorious in its long-running dispute with Intel, not actually winning but, according to Chief Executive Jim Skippen, receiving a "significant" settlement due to apparent infringements of the company's various wireless-related patents. There are apparently 16 other defenders left since Wi-LAN sued the world, but Intel throwing up its hands is not a good sign for the others. Or, maybe Intel just decided its legal fees are too high and is settling everything it can.Wi-LAN reaches settlement with Intel over patent dispute, set to receive a 'significant amount' originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 17 Jan 2011 11:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | The Wall Street Journal | Email this | Comments
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