Core Viewpoint - Yitang Semiconductor Co., Ltd. has filed a lawsuit against Applied Materials for illegally obtaining and using its trade secrets, claiming damages of 99.99 million yuan [1][4]. Group 1: Legal Action - The lawsuit was filed in Beijing Intellectual Property Court, with a claim amount of 99.99 million yuan [1]. - Yitang Semiconductor alleges that Applied Materials has violated the Anti-Unfair Competition Law of the People's Republic of China by disclosing and claiming ownership of its trade secrets through a patent application [4]. - The company has made six requests in the lawsuit, including a demand for Applied Materials to cease using the trade secrets and to compensate for economic losses with punitive damages [4]. Group 2: Technology and Expertise - Yitang Semiconductor's key technology involves the use of high-concentration, stable, and uniform plasma for wafer surface treatment, which is critical for its semiconductor processing equipment [1]. - The two employees involved in the case had previously worked for Yitang's wholly-owned subsidiary, Mattson Technology, Inc., and had signed confidentiality agreements regarding the trade secrets [1][4]. - Evidence suggests that after being hired by Applied Materials, these employees submitted a patent application that disclosed Yitang's trade secrets [1]. Group 3: Company Position and Impact - Yitang Semiconductor emphasizes its commitment to original research and development and the importance of protecting intellectual property [4]. - The company asserts that the lawsuit is a legitimate measure to protect its rights and maintain fair market competition, stating it will not significantly impact its operations [4][5]. - The actual impact of the lawsuit on the company's profits cannot be determined until the court reaches a final judgment [5].

格隆汇8月13日丨屹唐股份(688729.SH)公布，公司认为应用材料公司（APPLIEDMATERIALS,INC.） （简称"应用材料公司"、"被告"）非法获取并使用了公司的等离子体源及晶圆表面处理相关的核心技术 秘密，并在中国境内以申请专利的方式披露了该技术秘密，且将该专利申请权据为己有，违反了《中华 人民共和国反不正当竞争法》的规定，构成侵犯商业秘密的违法行为，对公司的知识产权和经济利益造 成严重的损害。公司就该事项向北京知识产权法院提起诉讼，于近日收到法院出具的《民事案件受理及 举证通知书》等相关材料，案号为（2025）京73民初908号。截至本公告披露日，该案件已立案，尚未 开庭审理。诉讼金额为人民币9,999万元。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The increasing number of intellectual property and trade secret infringement disputes between large tech companies and their former employees has raised concerns in the venture capital community, impacting investment strategies and risk assessments [2][3][11]. Group 1: Recent Legal Cases - On July 28, a Shanghai court sentenced 14 former employees of Zunpai Communications Technology for infringing Huawei's trade secrets, resulting in a total fine of 13.5 million [2]. - JD.com reported that it has substantial evidence of intellectual property infringement against Jiushi Intelligent Technology, whose founding team previously worked in JD's autonomous vehicle division [2][6]. - CATL filed a lawsuit against Xiamen Haichen Energy Technology for unfair competition, highlighting the trend of former employees using proprietary technology from their previous employers [2][5]. Group 2: Impact on Venture Capital - Venture capital firms have become increasingly cautious, recognizing that lawsuits for intellectual property infringement can significantly affect the future prospects of startups and increase investment risks [3][11]. - Jiushi Intelligent recently completed a $300 million Series B funding round, and any legal issues could delay product launches, directly impacting business development and investor returns [3][11]. - Venture capitalists are enhancing their due diligence processes to assess potential conflicts between the technology developed by former employees and their previous employers' patents [3][11]. Group 3: Causes of Disputes - Many disputes arise because former employees inadvertently use research results obtained during their tenure at large tech companies, believing they have the right to do so [4][8]. - The lack of clear agreements regarding the ownership of research results often leads to misunderstandings and legal conflicts [4][8]. - The trend of former employees leveraging proprietary technology to gain competitive advantages in new ventures has intensified the scrutiny from their former employers [8][10]. Group 4: Recommendations for Resolution - Effective communication and preemptive agreements regarding the use of intellectual property are essential to mitigate disputes [4][10]. - Companies should implement comprehensive non-compete agreements and ensure they are enforced to prevent potential infringements [9][10]. - Venture capital firms are advised to include specific clauses in investment agreements to protect their interests in case of intellectual property violations by startup founders [13][14].

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Group 1 - The Shanghai Third Intermediate People's Court ruled on July 28 that 14 former Huawei HiSilicon employees were sentenced for infringing Huawei's trade secrets, with the principal offender receiving a 6-year prison term and a total fine of 135 million yuan [1] - The case involved former executives from Huawei HiSilicon who, after leaving the company, established a tech firm and lured former colleagues to join, illegally obtaining proprietary chip technology through methods like note-taking and screenshots [1] - The infringing chip technology was found to have over 90% similarity to Huawei's trade secrets, indicating substantial similarity [1] Group 2 - Zunpai Communications Technology (Nanjing) Co., Ltd., founded by Zhang Kun, a former Huawei employee, completed over 300 million yuan in financing within a year of its establishment, with significant investments from well-known financial institutions and industry players [2] - Xiaomi Group issued a statement clarifying its involvement with the chip company, emphasizing that it is not the largest investor and does not participate in the company's management or operations, nor does it have any intellectual property or technology collaboration with the firm [3] - Xiaomi condemned the illegal acquisition of trade secrets and highlighted its commitment to protecting intellectual property rights [3]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a court ruling regarding the infringement of Huawei's trade secrets by Zunpai Communications Technology (Nanjing) Co., Ltd., resulting in significant penalties for former employees involved in the case [1][2]. Summary by Sections Legal Proceedings - On July 28, 2025, the Shanghai Third Intermediate People's Court sentenced 14 former employees of Huawei for infringing on trade secrets, with total fines amounting to 13.5 million yuan [1]. - The main defendant, Zhang, received a 6-year prison sentence and a fine of 3 million yuan, while the other 13 defendants received sentences ranging from 2 to 5 years and fines between 200,000 to 1.5 million yuan [1]. Company Background - Zunpai Communications Technology (Nanjing) Co., Ltd. was established in 2021 with a registered capital of approximately 3.3 million yuan, previously known as Shanghai Zunpai Communications Technology Co., Ltd. The company specializes in professional design services, integrated circuit sales, and retail of computer software and hardware [1]. Incident Details - In February 2021, former executives of a rights company, including Zhang and Liu, established a technology company and lured several R&D personnel from the rights company to join them, illegally obtaining chip technology information through methods like note-taking and screenshots [2]. - The infringement was confirmed to be substantially similar to the rights company's technology, leading to significant losses for the rights company [2]. Company Policy - Huawei emphasizes the protection of its intellectual property and trade secrets, prohibiting employees from improperly obtaining, disclosing, or using others' trade secrets [2].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the severe penalties imposed on individuals involved in the theft of Huawei's chip technology, highlighting the legal consequences and the implications for the tech industry in China [2][3][6]. Group 1: Case Overview - On July 28, the Shanghai Third Intermediate People's Court issued a ruling in the case of Zunpai Technology's infringement of Huawei's trade secrets, resulting in prison sentences for 14 former Huawei employees [2][4]. - The main perpetrator, Zhang, received a six-year prison sentence and a fine of 3 million RMB, while others received varying sentences and fines [4][5]. - The court found that the infringing chip technology had over 90% similarity to Huawei's trade secrets, constituting substantial similarity [2][9]. Group 2: Company Background - Zunpai Technology, founded by Zhang Kun, a former Huawei employee, aimed to develop "domestic Wi-Fi 6/7 chips" but was found to have rapidly developed products with technology paths highly similar to Huawei's internal projects [5][6]. - The company allegedly used high salaries and equity incentives to lure former Huawei R&D personnel to join them, leading to the illegal acquisition of Huawei's chip technology [2][9]. Group 3: Legal and Industry Implications - The case underscores the critical importance of intellectual property protection in the semiconductor industry, which requires significant investment in research and development [6][9]. - The ruling serves as a warning against corporate espionage and highlights the legal risks associated with the theft of trade secrets in the tech sector [3][6].

Core Viewpoint - The Shanghai Third Intermediate People's Court has sentenced 14 former employees of a company for infringing Huawei's trade secrets, with total fines amounting to 13.5 million RMB and prison terms ranging from 1 year to 6 years for the defendants [1][6]. Group 1: Legal Proceedings - The court found that the defendants, including Zhang, committed trade secret infringement, leading to significant penalties, with Zhang receiving a 6-year prison sentence and a fine of 3 million RMB [1][6]. - The court also approved a pre-litigation asset preservation request from Huawei's subsidiary, Shanghai HiSilicon Technology Co., to freeze 95 million RMB in assets from the infringing company [3]. Group 2: Company Background - Zunpai Communications, established just a year ago, has successfully raised over 300 million RMB in total financing, with significant investments from well-known financial institutions and industry players [4]. - The company had previously completed nearly 100 million RMB in angel round financing in May 2021, led by Gao Rong Capital [4]. Group 3: Infringement Details - The investigation revealed that the defendants, including former executives, induced former R&D personnel to join their new company and illegally obtained trade secrets from their previous employer [5][8]. - The infringement involved 40 technical points that were over 90% identical to the trade secrets of the original company, resulting in substantial losses for the affected party [8]. Group 4: Industry Reactions - Xiaomi Group has publicly clarified its position regarding the allegations linking it to the infringing company, stating that its investment was a standard financial transaction and that it does not engage in the management or operations of the company [10][11].

Core Points - The Shanghai Third Intermediate People's Court ruled in favor of Huawei in a case against Zunpai for infringing on Huawei's trade secrets, resulting in prison sentences for 14 former employees of the company, with a total fine of 13.5 million RMB [1][6] - The lead defendant, Zhang, received a 6-year prison sentence and a fine of 3 million RMB, while the other defendants received sentences ranging from 1 year to 5 years [6][8] - The court also approved a pre-litigation asset preservation request from Huawei's subsidiary, Shanghai HiSilicon, to freeze 95 million RMB in bank deposits from Zunpai and its subsidiaries [3][4] Company Background - Zunpai Communications, established for just over a year, has raised over 300 million RMB in total financing, including a Pre-A round led by notable investors such as Xiaomi Group and various venture capital firms [4] - The company previously secured nearly 100 million RMB in angel round financing in May 2021 [4] Legal Context - The case involved allegations that former executives of a rights company, including Zhang and Liu, induced former R&D personnel to join their new company and illegally obtained trade secrets related to chip technology [5][8] - The court found that the infringing chip technology had over 90% similarity to the trade secrets of the rights company, leading to significant losses for the original company [8] Xiaomi's Position - Xiaomi Group issued a statement clarifying its role as a financial investor in Zunpai, emphasizing that it does not manage or operate the company and has no involvement in any intellectual property or technology collaboration [10][11] - Xiaomi highlighted that it is one of many investors and not the largest or leading investor in Zunpai [10][11]