BlackBerry maker RIM loses patent dispute with Nokia

HELSINKI (Reuters) – BlackBerry maker Research In Motion Ltd (RIM) has lost a dispute over the use of Nokia Oyj patents, in a case which could halt the sale of RIM products if it does not reach a new royalties deal with the Finnish company. The Swedish arbitrator ruled RIM was not entitled to make or sell mobile devices which can hook up to WiFi networks – using technology known in the trade as WLAN or wireless local access network systems – without first agreeing royalties with Nokia. "RIM is liable to pay royalties and damages to Nokia for its … … Full Story BlackBerry maker RIM loses patent dispute with Nokia

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