Qualcomm has won a trial against Arm Holdings regarding a disputed chip technology license, allowing Qualcomm to continue using Nuvia’s technology in its chips without paying higher licensing rates. The jury found that Qualcomm did not breach its agreement with Arm, but they couldn’t agree on whether Nuvia violated its license with Arm, leaving room for a potential retrial. The legal battle centered on royalty rates and the transferability of chip design licenses during acquisitions, with Arm planning to seek a retrial, potentially setting precedents for future deals in the semiconductor industry.
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The Senate approves Gail Slater, President Trump's pick to lead the DOJ's antitrust unit, by a 78-19 vote; she has been critical of power in the tech industry (David McCabe/New York Times)
The Senate has approved Gail Slater, President Trump's nominee to lead the DOJ's antitrust unit, by a 78-19 vote. Slater, a longtime Washington lawyer, has been critical of power in the tech industry. She has expressed concerns regarding the dominance of tech companies in the market. Full Article
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