Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-07-30 16:42Core Viewpoint - The first design-oriented industrial software company listed on the A-share market, Zhongwang Software, is being sued by global software giant Autodesk for copyright infringement and other claims [2][3]. Group 1: Legal Proceedings - Autodesk has filed a lawsuit against Zhongwang Software and related parties in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleging copyright infringement, misappropriation of trade secrets, and breach of existing agreements [2][3]. - Autodesk is seeking preliminary and permanent injunctions to prevent Zhongwang Software and related parties from continuing the alleged infringing activities, as well as compensation for damages incurred due to the alleged infringement and breach [3][5]. - The lawsuit involves multiple defendants, including Zhongwang Software, ZWCAD Design Co., Ltd. (which has been dissolved), HK ZWCAD Software Ltd., and ZWSOFT America Inc. [3]. Group 2: Company Response - Zhongwang Software has stated that it does not acknowledge Autodesk's claims and will actively respond to the lawsuit [2][4]. - The company emphasizes its commitment to research and innovation, asserting that all its developed software possesses independent intellectual property rights [4]. - Zhongwang Software has a history of legal disputes with Autodesk, including a previous lawsuit in 2014 regarding the alleged misuse of AutoCAD source code, which was settled in 2015 [5].