ITC Determines Infringement of GoPro's Iconic HERO Camera Design

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GoPro (NASDAQ: GPRO) has secured a significant legal victory as a U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) Administrative Law Judge ruled that China-based Insta360 infringed on GoPro's intellectual property. The ruling confirms violations of GoPro's iconic HERO camera design patent (US Patent D789,435) and patents covering HyperSmooth video stabilization technology (US Patents 10,574,894 and 10,958,840).

The ITC is expected to issue its Final Determination by November 10, 2025. GoPro, with a portfolio of over 1,500 US patents, emphasizes its commitment to protecting its innovations while maintaining fair competition in the market. The company plans to brief additional infringement claims against Insta360 with the full Commission.

Positive

• Favorable ruling confirming infringement of GoPro's HERO camera design patent
• Validation of multiple patent claims for HyperSmooth video stabilization technology
• Strong intellectual property portfolio with over 1,500 US patents
• Legal precedent established to protect against future IP infringement

Negative

• Ongoing legal proceedings with final determination pending until November 2025
• Potential continued market competition from infringing products until final ruling

SAN MATEO, Calif., July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO) announced a United States Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) of the International Trade Commission (ITC) in Washington, D.C. issued an Initial Determination, finding that China-based Insta360 violated federal law by importing and selling in the United States products that infringe GoPro intellectual property covering GoPro's iconic HERO camera design.

GoPro is pleased with the ALJ's findings that Insta360 infringed on a patent covering GoPro's iconic HERO camera design (US Patent D789,435), as well as its validation of multiple patent claims covering GoPro's industry-leading HyperSmooth video stabilization (US Patent 10,574,894 and 10,958,840).

In addition, GoPro intends to brief other outstanding issues in its infringement case against Insta360 with the full Commission. The ITC is expected to issue its Final Determination on all of GoPro's infringement claims against Insta360 by November 10, 2025.

This litigation process has strengthened GoPro's intellectual property portfolio and underscores GoPro's history of category-defining innovation, which has resulted in more than 1,500 US patents. 

"GoPro welcomes fair competition as it drives us to innovate, but we will litigate to protect our IP when we believe it is being infringed," said Nicholas Woodman, GoPro's founder and CEO. "We have been an American innovator and market leader for twenty-three years, and we will not sit idle while we believe others unjustly take advantage of our hard work, investment and innovation."

About GoPro, Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRO)

GoPro helps the world capture and share itself in immersive and exciting ways.

GoPro has been recognized as an employer of choice by both Outside Magazine and U.S. News & World Report for being among the best places to work. Open roles can be found on our careers page. For more information, visit GoPro.com.

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GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

Note on Forward-looking Statements

This Current Report on Form 8-K may contain projections or other forward-looking statements within the meaning Section 27A of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Forward-looking statements in this Current Report on Form 8-K include, but are not limited to, statements related to the Notice, looking forward to the ITC's Final Determination, and potential future litigation action. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and inherently involve significant risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks related to the Final Determination by the full ITC, the remedy imposed by the ITC, any presidential review of the ITC decision, and the timeline for such rulings, remedies and review. A further description of the risks and uncertainties relating to the business of the Company is contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on March 17, 2025, and as updated in filings with the SEC including the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. The Company undertakes no duty or obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained herein as a result of new information, future events or changes in its expectations.

 

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FAQ

What did the ITC rule regarding GoPro's patent infringement case against Insta360?

The ITC Administrative Law Judge ruled that Insta360 violated federal law by infringing on GoPro's HERO camera design patent (D789,435) and HyperSmooth video stabilization patents (10,574,894 and 10,958,840).

When will the ITC make its final determination on GoPro's infringement claims?

The ITC is expected to issue its Final Determination on all of GoPro's infringement claims against Insta360 by November 10, 2025.

How many US patents does GoPro currently hold?

GoPro holds more than 1,500 US patents, demonstrating its strong position in innovation and intellectual property.

What specific GoPro patents did Insta360 allegedly infringe upon?

Insta360 allegedly infringed on GoPro's HERO camera design patent (US Patent D789,435) and HyperSmooth video stabilization patents (US Patents 10,574,894 and 10,958,840).

How is GPRO stock affected by the ITC patent infringement ruling?

While the initial ruling favors GoPro's intellectual property rights, the final impact on GPRO stock will depend on the ITC's Final Determination expected by November 10, 2025.