Sonos Wins Final ITC Ruling over Google in Patent Infringement Case
International Trade Commission issues final ruling that Google infringed on Sonos patents for Google Home speakers, Chromecast streamers.
Jan 07, 2022
ITC Favors UEI in Roku Patent Infringement Case; Potential Import Ban Looms
U.S. International Trade Commission final determination rules Roku infringes on claims in UEI patent 10,593,196; limited exclusion order finalizes in January, following review period.
Dec 15, 2021
UK Bill Bans Default Passwords; Fines Manufacturers, Integrators Up to £10M
Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Bill (PSTI) can fine smart home manufacturers and resellers up to £20,000 per day
Nov 29, 2021
President Biden Signs Secure Equipment Act, Increasing Restrictions on Foreign Security Products
The new law requires the FCC to no longer review or approve any authorization application for equipment that poses an unacceptable risk to national security.
Nov 15, 2021
Senate Passes Secure Equipment Act to Protect US Telecomm Industry
The Secure Equipment Act bans Chinese tech firms like Hikvision and Huawei from receiving new equipment licenses, with those company's associated products now considered security risks.
Nov 02, 2021
Vivint Countersues ADT Following Denial of Motion to Dismiss
In the wake of an ADT lawsuit from last year, Vivint Smart Home has countersued claiming ADT has been stealing customers.