Nokia and Lenovo announce that they have signed a multi-year, multi-technology patent cross-license agreement. The terms of the agreement are confidential, as agreed between the parties.
Nokia advances connectivity and enables other companies to build on our innovation by licensing the use of our patented technologies. We are pleased to have concluded a cross-licence agreement with Lenovo on an amicable basis. The agreement reflects the strength of Nokia’s patent portfolio, and decades-long investments in research and standardization.
Innovation is central to the success of every technology company. At Lenovo, we invest significantly in R&D to develop new products and technologies, while also supporting the broader technology ecosystem through licensing our intellectual property. Effective IP licensing helps companies innovate faster, meet industry standards, and bring new products to customers more efficiently. This cross-licensing agreement reflects industry best practice and supports continued innovation for the benefit of customers.
Nokia and Lenovo signed their previous agreement in 2021. Both Nokia and Lenovo contribute their inventions to open standards in return for the right to license them on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) terms. Companies can license and use these technologies without making substantial investments in the standards, fuelling innovation and the development of new products and services for consumers.
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of “Smarter Technology for All”, Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI – one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI – helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group’s commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning 21 research and development locations in 11 markets, and a global supply chain including more than 30 manufacturing sites across 10 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence, including ranking #8 in the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Learn more at www.lenovo.com and follow the latest news in our newsroom.
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