Cerence AI Files Complaint with the International Trade Commission against Sony and TCL
Cerence AI (NASDAQ: CRNC) has initiated legal action against Sony Group Corporation and TCL Technology Group Corporation by filing a complaint with the United States International Trade Commission (ITC). The company seeks to block the importation of smart televisions that allegedly infringe on Cerence's voice technology patents.
The complaint, filed under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, requests a limited exclusion order. Additionally, Cerence has filed district court actions in the Eastern District of Texas seeking damages for patent infringement. The company emphasizes its commitment to protecting its intellectual property rights and preventing unauthorized use of its technology.
Cerence AI (NASDAQ: CRNC) ha avviato un'azione legale contro Sony Group Corporation e TCL Technology Group Corporation presentando un reclamo presso la United States International Trade Commission (ITC). L'azienda mira a bloccare l'importazione di smart TV che presumibilmente violano i brevetti di tecnologia vocale di Cerence.
Il reclamo, presentato ai sensi della Sezione 337 del Tariff Act del 1930, richiede un ordine di esclusione limitata. Inoltre, Cerence ha avviato cause civili presso la Corte Distrettuale del Distretto Est del Texas per richiedere danni per violazione di brevetto. L'azienda sottolinea il suo impegno a proteggere i propri diritti di proprietà intellettuale ed evitare l'uso non autorizzato della sua tecnologia.
Cerence AI (NASDAQ: CRNC) ha iniciado acciones legales contra Sony Group Corporation y TCL Technology Group Corporation presentando una denuncia ante la Comisión Internacional de Comercio de Estados Unidos (ITC). La empresa busca bloquear la importación de televisores inteligentes que supuestamente infringen las patentes de tecnología de voz de Cerence.
La denuncia, presentada bajo la Sección 337 de la Ley de Aranceles de 1930, solicita una orden de exclusión limitada. Además, Cerence ha presentado demandas en tribunales de distrito en el Distrito Este de Texas para reclamar daños por infracción de patentes. La empresa enfatiza su compromiso de proteger sus derechos de propiedad intelectual y evitar el uso no autorizado de su tecnología.
Cerence AI (NASDAQ: CRNC)는 Sony Group Corporation과 TCL Technology Group Corporation을 상대로 미국 국제무역위원회(ITC)에 고소장을 제출하며 법적 조치를 시작했습니다. 이 회사는 Cerence의 음성 기술 특허를 침해한 것으로 추정되는 스마트 TV의 수입을 차단하려 합니다.
1930년 관세법 337조에 따라 제출된 이번 고소는 제한적 배제 명령을 요청하고 있습니다. 또한 Cerence는 텍사스 동부지구 연방법원에 특허 침해에 대한 손해배상 청구 소송도 제기했습니다. 회사는 지적 재산권 보호와 무단 기술 사용 방지를 위한 의지를 강조했습니다.
Cerence AI (NASDAQ : CRNC) a engagé une action en justice contre Sony Group Corporation et TCL Technology Group Corporation en déposant une plainte auprès de la Commission internationale du commerce des États-Unis (ITC). L'entreprise cherche à bloquer l'importation de téléviseurs intelligents qui enfreindraient prétendument les brevets de technologie vocale de Cerence.
La plainte, déposée en vertu de la section 337 du Tariff Act de 1930, demande une ordonnance d'exclusion limitée. De plus, Cerence a intenté des actions devant le tribunal de district du district Est du Texas pour réclamer des dommages-intérêts pour violation de brevet. L'entreprise souligne son engagement à protéger ses droits de propriété intellectuelle et à empêcher l'utilisation non autorisée de sa technologie.
Cerence AI (NASDAQ: CRNC) hat rechtliche Schritte gegen Sony Group Corporation und TCL Technology Group Corporation eingeleitet, indem es eine Beschwerde bei der United States International Trade Commission (ITC) eingereicht hat. Das Unternehmen möchte die Einfuhr von Smart-TVs verhindern, die angeblich Cerences Sprachtechnologie-Patente verletzen.
Die Beschwerde, eingereicht gemäß Abschnitt 337 des Tariff Act von 1930, fordert eine begrenzte Ausschlussverfügung. Zusätzlich hat Cerence Klagen vor dem Bezirksgericht im östlichen Distrikt von Texas eingereicht, um Schadensersatz wegen Patentverletzung zu fordern. Das Unternehmen betont sein Engagement zum Schutz seiner geistigen Eigentumsrechte und zur Verhinderung unbefugter Nutzung seiner Technologie.
- Strong stance on protecting intellectual property rights through legal action
- Demonstrates company's commitment to defending its patent portfolio
- Potential for monetary compensation through district court actions if successful
- Legal proceedings could be lengthy and costly
- Uncertain outcome of the litigation
- Potential impact on business relationships in the technology sector
BURLINGTON, Mass., Aug. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) (“Cerence AI”), a global leader pioneering conversational AI-powered user experiences, today announced that it has filed a complaint with the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) against Sony Group Corporation and TCL Technology Group Corporation to block the importation of products that infringe on Cerence’s intellectual property (IP). The company also filed district court actions against both parties in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas seeking damages for such infringement.
The ITC complaint, filed under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, requests a limited exclusion order prohibiting the importation into the United States of certain smart televisions that infringe on Cerence AI’s voice technology patents.
Cerence AI has built a strong portfolio of patented technologies through sustained innovation and technical excellence, and the company will take all necessary legal measures to protect its IP from misuse or infringement.
“We will take strong, decisive action to protect our IP rights and prevent the unauthorized use of our technology,” said Jennifer Salinas, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel, Cerence AI. “We view IP enforcement as a strategic imperative to protect our technology, our customers, and our investments.”
To learn more about Cerence AI, visit www.cerence.ai, and follow the company on LinkedIn.
About Cerence Inc.
Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC) is a global industry leader in creating intuitive, seamless, AI-powered experiences across automotive and transportation. Leveraging decades of innovation and expertise in voice, generative AI, and large language models, Cerence powers integrated experiences that create safer, more connected, and more enjoyable journeys for drivers and passengers alike. With more than 525 million cars shipped with Cerence technology, the company partners with leading automakers, transportation OEMs, and technology companies to advance the next generation of user experiences. Cerence is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, with operations globally and a worldwide team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI innovation. For more information, visit www.cerence.ai.
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