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US to Investigate GoPro's Claims of Patent Violations by Chinese Rival Insta360

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) will investigate GoPro's claims of patent infringement by a Chinese firm. GoPro alleges that the Chinese firm's products violate its patents for innovative camera technologies. The investigation will be conducted under Section 337 of the Trade Act of 1930, which could result in import bans on the infringing products.

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has announced that it will launch an investigation into GoPro's allegations that a Chinese firm has violated its patents. GoPro, a leading brand in the wearable action camera market, claims that Shenzhen-based Arashi Vision, the maker of the Insta360 line of camera products, is importing similar products into the United States that infringe on GoPro's patents.

GoPro has requested that the trade panel issue exclusion and cease and desist orders to ban the import of Insta360 products.


The complaint filed by GoPro states that Insta360's action and 360-degree cameras, as well as their associated mounting systems and frames, infringe on GoPro's patents for innovative technologies such as SuperView, virtual lens, HyperSmooth, and Horizon Leveling.


These technologies allow users to stretch image aspect ratios to wider frames, creating an immersive viewing experience.

The investigation will be conducted under Section 337 of the Trade Act of 1930, which empowers the USITC to investigate allegations of unfair trade practices, including patent infringement. If the USITC finds in favor of GoPro, it could result in import bans on the infringing products.


This probe comes at a time when intellectual property rights and patent infringement have become major concerns in the technology industry, particularly in relation to Chinese companies. The US government has been taking a more aggressive stance in protecting American companies' intellectual property rights and preventing unfair competition.


GoPro's action against Arashi Vision highlights the company's commitment to defending its patents and maintaining its position as a leader in the action camera market. The outcome of this investigation could have significant implications for both GoPro and Arashi Vision, as well as for the broader landscape of intellectual property rights in the technology sector.

 
  • The US International Trade Commission (USITC) will investigate GoPro's claims of patent infringement by a Chinese firm.

  • GoPro alleges that the Chinese firm's products violate its patents for innovative camera technologies.

  • The investigation will be conducted under Section 337 of the Trade Act of 1930, which could result in import bans on the infringing products.


Source: Reuters

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