The Unified Patent Court is currently experiencing a noticeable shift in the nature of cases being brought before it, with a marked increase in proceedings related to patents in mobile communications and computer technology. This surge has led to a significant change in the court’s caseload, positioning cases in these areas ahead of those in the medical technology field.
According to publicly available data from the UPC, there are currently a total of 33 pending cases for patents in mobile communications, wifi, video coding, and semiconductors. This number surpasses the cases in any other technical field and indicates a significant rise in lawsuits pertaining to patents in mobile communications and computer technology.
It is important to note, however, that cases related to mobile communication and computer chips constitute only 26% of all proceedings at the UPC. Within this segment, 15 out of the 33 cases are centered around Standard Essential Patents (SEPs). This analysis, carried out by JUVE Patent, encompasses publicly known infringement, revocation, and preliminary injunction claims, as well as applications for provisional measures.
Previously, medical technology cases had been dominant as the strongest fields of technology at the UPC. However, with 30 lawsuits currently pending, medical technology patents now hold second place, while consumer goods patents form another significant group with 20 lawsuits.
The increase in semiconductor and mobile communications lawsuits has not diminished the court’s appeal to companies with a broader technological focus. The UPC is overseeing proceedings across multiple segments, including mechanics, pharma, biotech, printing, and lighting. Furthermore, a diverse group of 18 proceedings are based on patents with various technologies, demonstrating the court’s capacity to handle a wide range of technical fields.
The shift in the types of cases being brought to the UPC is noteworthy, particularly considering the court’s previous potential to become solely focused on mobile communications. The emergence of cases related to computer technology and semiconductor patents indicates a diversification in the types of disputes being presented at the court.
Nevertheless, it is evident that consumer goods, medical and computer technologies, and mobile communications continue to dominate the caseload at the UPC. As the court navigates these changes, it continues to be an important venue for patent disputes across various technological fields.
In summary, the increase in cases related to telecoms and computer technology signifies a significant shift in the types of patent disputes being brought to the Unified Patent Court. This shift reflects an evolving landscape in the realm of patent litigation and underscores the court’s significance as a venue for resolving disputes in a wide range of technical fields.
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