Statement from ACT | The App Association founder Mike Sax on major SEP FRAND judgment in the UK

‘On Thursday, March 16, 2023, the UK High Court called out Interdigital Technology Corporation for acting as an unwilling licensor of standard-essential patents (SEP) by demanding unfair terms and an excessive royalty rate. ‘Today’s decision shows that SEP abuse is real and that with enough resources, it is possible to fight back [...]

By |2023-03-17T16:25:50-04:00March 17th, 2023|FRAND, United Kingdom|

Event Recap: Standard-Essential Patents: FRAND Commitments, Competition Law, and Jurisdictional Battles

On 6 December 2022, ACT | The App Association held an online event titled Standard-Essential Patents: FRAND Commitments, Competition Law, and Jurisdictional Battles. This event explored the challenges and opportunities for internet of things (IoT) innovators in the UK, related to standardised technologies and the global licensing of standard-essential patents (SEPs). Opening [...]

By |2023-01-31T17:22:55-05:00January 31st, 2023|Blog, European Union, United Kingdom|

Global ACTivists for Change: An Open Letter to Leaders Around the World

The global members of ACT | The App Association are innovative small businesses and enterprises changing the way we live, work, and play through apps and connected technology. Our members are leading the next generation of trailblazers working to solve problems and fill gaps across industries—from healthcare and education to [...]

UK Employment Law for Startups: A business strengthening member resource

Whether it’s the challenge of completing that first hire or the complexity that comes with a growing team, employment law is a key consideration for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The latest ACT | The App Association member resource, in partnership with IEM Consultancy, covers everyday employment essentials [...]

By |2023-01-11T09:20:15-05:00December 16th, 2022|Blog, European Union, United Kingdom|

Opportunities and challenges for UK and EU businesses in the U.S. digital health sector

  With the advent of new technologies, U.S. healthcare is changing and creating opportunities for digital health innovators. On 5 October 2022, ACT | The App Association’s Connected Health Initiative (CHI) hosted a webinar to discuss opportunities in the U.S. healthcare industry. Access the recording of the webinar here. Access [...]

By |2022-10-27T07:50:13-04:00October 13th, 2022|Connect health, European Union, Uncategorized, United Kingdom|
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