2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-09-23 23:10Core Viewpoint - The recent settlement between leading photovoltaic companies Longi Green Energy and JinkoSolar regarding patent disputes marks a significant development in the solar industry, potentially reducing conflicts over technology dominance between TOPCon and BC cell technologies [1][3][7]. Group 1: Patent Dispute Resolution - Longi Green Energy and JinkoSolar have reached a settlement to end all ongoing patent litigation globally and have agreed on cross-licensing arrangements for their core patents [1][5]. - The resolution of the patent disputes may lead to a decrease in public arguments regarding which technology, TOPCon or BC, is superior [1][3]. - The settlement is seen as a potential technology alliance, which could help both companies navigate the current oversupply situation in the market [7][8]. Group 2: Technology Competition - The competition between TOPCon and BC technologies has intensified since 2023, with TOPCon capturing approximately 23% of the market share in 2023, up from less than 10% the previous year [3][4]. - Both companies have been involved in developing technologies outside their primary focus, with Longi having some TOPCon capacity and Jinko reportedly working on BC production lines [4][6]. - The ongoing technology and patent disputes reflect a broader market share competition rather than purely technical disagreements [6][8]. Group 3: Industry Implications - The resolution of the patent disputes is viewed as a landmark event for intellectual property protection in the photovoltaic industry, where many leading manufacturers have been embroiled in similar disputes [8][9]. - The complexity of patent litigation in the solar sector is attributed to high technical barriers and the involvement of multiple scientific disciplines, which complicates the litigation process [9][10]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has emphasized the importance of intellectual property in the solar manufacturing sector, aiming to curb vicious competition and promote industry transformation [9][10].