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Walmart's AI pricing patents spark debate over future of store discounts
business21 days ago

Walmart's AI pricing patents spark debate over future of store discounts

Walmart has secured two US patents for AI-based pricing tools—one for automated markdowns on its e-commerce platform and another for demand forecasting and price recommendations—though the company says the systems target markdowns and inventory, not real-time or individualized pricing. The patents arrive amid lawmakers considering restrictions on dynamic pricing in groceries and a broader rollout of electronic shelf labels that could enable centralized price updates, fueling concerns about price discrimination even as Walmart stresses prices remain consistent with demand and shopper data.

via TechSpot|
#ai#business#patents
Garmin Strikes Back in Suunto Patent War with a 5-Patent Countersuit
technology1 month ago

Garmin Strikes Back in Suunto Patent War with a 5-Patent Countersuit

Suunto filed a September lawsuit against Garmin over five patents (antenna design, respiration-rate sensing, golf-shot detection, etc.). Garmin responded in December with a 218-page countersuit accusing Suunto and its Dongguan Liesheng parent of infringing five different patents and arguing Suunto copied Garmin/Firstbeat tech. The filings hinge on hardware patents like antenna design and GPS-related tech, plus a controversial ‘flashlight in a watch’ patent used as leverage. The piece portrays the case as a legal circus rather than a straightforward tech fight, noting Suunto’s products have improved but predicting the dispute could become mutual patent warfare rather than yielding a clear winner.

via DC Rainmaker|
#garmin#lawsuit#patents
Accurate AI, Missing Pieces: Why Law Needs Reliable Patent-Search Infrastructure
technology2 months ago

Accurate AI, Missing Pieces: Why Law Needs Reliable Patent-Search Infrastructure

The piece argues that AI used in legal patent search can be accurate yet incomplete if it lacks scalable, reliable recall across hundreds of millions of documents. Melange, aided by Pinecone, demonstrates that infrastructure—not just model quality—limits unseen 'unknown unknowns' that can miss crucial prior art, potentially inflating litigation costs. Building a robust retrieval backbone is essential to prevent costly missteps in high-stakes patent cases.

via Above the Law|
#ai#infrastructure#litigation
Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Dispute, Causing Runners to Worry
technology6 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Dispute, Causing Runners to Worry

Strava is suing Garmin over alleged patent infringements related to features like segments and heat maps, causing concern among runners and cyclists who rely on these apps for tracking and sharing their workouts. The case has sparked debate about data sharing, app features, and user loyalty, with some fearing the potential impact on their fitness routines and online communities.

via The Guardian|
#fitness-tracking#garmin#patents
Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement and Device Sales
business6 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement and Device Sales

Strava has sued Garmin for patent infringement related to GPS segments and heatmaps, demanding Garmin cease sales of many devices that feature these functionalities, citing patent violations and alleging Garmin expanded beyond a previous cooperation agreement. The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction and claims damages for lost revenue and harm to competitive position.

via BikeRadar|
#business#garmin#lawsuit
Apple's Future Watch Bands May Revolutionize Health Tracking
technology1 year ago

Apple's Future Watch Bands May Revolutionize Health Tracking

Apple has been granted a patent for embedding sensors into stretchable fabric bands, potentially enhancing future Apple Watch models with capabilities like blood pressure and ECG monitoring. The patent suggests these sensor bands could wirelessly communicate with other Apple devices and might even include charging circuitry. This innovation could extend to other wearable items, hinting at a broader range of Apple-connected clothing or gear. While the patent indicates ongoing development, it may take time before these features are integrated into consumer products.

via Tom's Guide|
#apple#apple-watch#patents
Roku Explores Placing Ads on Idle TV Screens via HDMI Inputs
technology2 years ago

Roku Explores Placing Ads on Idle TV Screens via HDMI Inputs

Roku has filed a patent suggesting the possibility of displaying ads on HDMI inputs of its TVs when paused or idle, potentially extending its advertising reach to devices like gaming consoles and Blu-ray players. This move aligns with a trend of streaming device makers testing the limits of consumer tolerance for ads, as seen with Amazon's autoplaying trailers on Fire TV. While ads help subsidize the cost of these devices, the prospect of pervasive advertising may deter consumers from premium options and prompt them to seek ad-free alternatives like Apple TV.

via The Verge|
#advertising#patents#roku
"Nippon Steel's Commitment to US Steel Acquisition and Technological Advancements"
business2 years ago

"Nippon Steel's Commitment to US Steel Acquisition and Technological Advancements"

Nippon Steel's new chief, Tadashi Imai, is committed to the $14.1 billion acquisition of United States Steel, emphasizing the technology and patents his company can bring to enhance U.S. Steel's competitiveness. Despite President Biden's preference for U.S. Steel to be domestically owned, Imai remains focused on negotiations with the United Steelworkers union and asserts that any potential changes to the deal would be up to the American firm.

via Fortune|
#acquisition#business#nippon-steel
"Rumored Apple and Samsung Smart Rings Set to Revolutionize Wearable Tech"
technology2 years ago

"Rumored Apple and Samsung Smart Rings Set to Revolutionize Wearable Tech"

A sketchy report claims that Apple is accelerating the development of a smart ring, following Samsung's teaser of its upcoming Galaxy Ring. The report is based on an unnamed source and lacks substantial details. While Apple has been filing patents related to smart rings, the timing of any potential launch is uncertain, and it's unlikely to be influenced by Samsung's plans. The concept of an Apple smart ring has been circulating for years, but this report doesn't provide any significant new information.

via 9to5Mac|
#apple#patents#samsung
"Apple and Samsung Set to Unveil Smart Rings with Health and Payment Features"
technology2 years ago

"Apple and Samsung Set to Unveil Smart Rings with Health and Payment Features"

After years of research and numerous patent filings, rumors suggest that Apple may be close to launching its own smart ring, spurred on by Samsung's tease of the Galaxy Ring. The global smart ring market is expected to grow significantly, and Apple's interest in healthcare and wellness could make the smart ring a valuable addition to its ecosystem. While there are no credible leaks or rumors about the supposed smart ring, Apple's extensive history of researching wearable accessories suggests that the company has been considering this for a long time.

via AppleInsider|
#apple#patents#samsung
"Apple's Future Watch Models to Utilize Sweat for Health Monitoring"
technology2 years ago

"Apple's Future Watch Models to Utilize Sweat for Health Monitoring"

Apple has been granted a patent for "Wearable Devices with Perspiration Measurement Capabilities," which would incorporate a perspiration sensor into future Apple Watch models to track sweat loss during workouts. The sensor would measure sweat rate, total fluid loss, body temperature, and local humidity, providing users with real-time and average sweat rate data. This innovation could potentially benefit both casual and serious athletes, offering more accurate metrics for fluid replenishment and fitness assessment.

via Android Central|
#apple#fitness#patents