ITC Opens Probe Into Allegations Hisense Smart TVs Violate Sharp Wi-Fi Patents

The International Trade Commission opened a Tariff Act Section 337 investigation into allegations (see 1709050045) imports of Hisense smart TVs infringe Sharp Wi-Fi patents, said a Wednesday notice (login required) in docket 337-TA-1072. Foxconn CEO Terry Gou, whose company bought Sharp, wants to make Sharp, 8K displays and 5G products the linchpins of the plant his company plans in Wisconsin. The ITC will consider whether to issue limited exclusion order and cease-and-desist orders banning import and sale of any patent-infringing Hisense smart TVs.