Nokia Sues Amazon and HP Over Alleged Video Patent Infringement in Multiple Countries

Nokia claims damages and royalties for technologies used without permission on Amazon and HP's streaming and device tech, ending years-long discussions and initiating lawsuits in the U.S., U.K., Germany, India and the European Patent Office.

Nokia has invested over €140 billion in research and development since 2000, leading to a vast patent portfolio of multimedia and connectivity technologies used significantly by Amazon and HP's streaming services and devices.
Nokia's Chief Licensing Officer Arvin Patel alleges that Amazon's Prime Video and Amazon's streaming devices, as well as HP's computers, have infringed on various Nokia patents including video compression, content delivery and content recommendation.
Despite long-term discussions with Amazon and HP, Nokia has resorted to legal action as both companies refused to accept licensing agreements on Nokia's patent portfolio, using the patents without Nokia's consent.
Nokia's lawsuits are spread across the U.S., Germany, India, the UK, and the European Patent Office, forming a global case against the unauthorized patent use by Amazon and HP.
Nokia's recent restructuring in October resulted in the reduction of up to 14,000 employees, with a goal of decreasing personnel expenses by 10%-15% and saving at least €400 million in 2024.