Samsung Display and China’s BOE settle OLED patent and trade secret lawsuits, ending years of legal battles in the display industry.
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Samsung Display, BOE Settle OLED Lawsuits
Samsung Display, BOE settle OLED patent and trade secret lawsuits Samsung Display and China’s BOE Technology have reached a landmark settlement over OLED patent and trade secret disputes. The move ends a three-year legal battle that has shaken the global display market. Both companies emphasized that fair technological competition is key to advancing OLED innovation. The settlement may involve BOE paying patent royalties, though neither company has confirmed financial details. Image Credits:Karlis Dambrans / Getty Images What OLED patents were involved in the Samsung Display, BOE lawsuit? The legal fight centered on OLED technology patents used in smartphones, including Apple devices. Samsung Display first accused BOE of patent infringement in 2022, followed by trade secret theft claims in 2023. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) had ruled in Samsung’s favor, finding that BOE infringed three OLED patents and misappropriated trade secrets. This settlement effectively resolves th…