U.S. International Trade Commission Reaffirms GoPro's Patent Claim, Prevents Importation of Insta360's Infringing Products

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has upheld GoPro's patent claim against Insta360, preventing the importation of Insta360's infringing products, thereby reinforcing GoPro's intellectual property rights and market position [1]. Group 1: Patent Infringement Ruling - The ITC confirmed that Insta360's action camera products infringe on GoPro's design patent for the HERO camera [1]. - A Limited Exclusion Order was issued to U.S. Customs and Border Protection to stop further importation of Insta360's infringing products [1]. - A Cease and Desist Order was also issued to Insta360, prohibiting the importation, sale, and marketing of the infringing products [1]. Group 2: Intellectual Property Enforcement - The ITC's ruling follows positive decisions from the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) that upheld the validity of multiple GoPro utility patents [1]. - The PTAB rejected three challenges from Insta360 regarding patents covering GoPro's HyperSmooth technology [1]. - GoPro's intellectual property enforcement campaign highlights the strength of its portfolio, which includes over 1,500 U.S. patents [1]. Group 3: Company Statement and Innovation - GoPro's CEO emphasized the importance of innovation and the need to protect intellectual property to ensure original ideas are not imitated [1]. - The company aims to continue delivering industry-leading experiences by safeguarding its innovations [1].