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Infineon Technologies Secures Victory Against Innoscience

Infineon Technologies AG has recently achieved a notable victory in the ongoing legal battle against Innoscience, a Chinese company accused of infringing upon Infineon's patented gallium nitride (GaN) technology. On June 18, 2026, the District Court in Munich ruled in favor of Infineon in two separate patent infringement cases, marking another significant defeat for Innoscience in its attempts to utilize Infineon's intellectual property without permission.

Court Rulings and Implications

The court's decision prohibits Innoscience from producing, selling, or distributing any products that infringe upon Infineon's patents related to GaN technology in Germany. Moreover, the ruling includes an order for Innoscience to compensate Infineon for damages stemming from the unauthorized use of its intellectual property. This victory marks the third and fourth losses for Innoscience in a series of legal confrontations, affirming the consistent court conclusions that Innoscience's offerings violate Infineon's patent rights.

Previous court rulings, including a decision handed down on August 1, 2025, and a finding by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) on May 7, 2026, have also reinforced Infineon’s claims. The ITC determined that Innoscience’s products infringed on an Infineon patent, reflecting the global acknowledgment of Infineon’s intellectual property rights in both Germany and the United States.

Importance of Gallium Nitride Technology

GaN technology is crucial for the development of high-performance and energy-efficient power systems across various applications. These applications span renewable energy systems, industrial automation, electric vehicles (EVs), and data centers, underscoring GaN’s integral role in driving innovation in energy efficiency and performance.

Infineon’s Commitment to Intellectual Property

Johannes Schoiswohl, Senior Vice President and Head of Infineon's GaN Systems Business Line, commented, “Today's ruling demonstrates the value of our GaN portfolio and underscores our commitment to vigorously defending our intellectual property and promoting fair competition.” This statement highlights Infineon’s resolve to protect its market position and continuously innovate within the semiconductor industry.

Infineon is recognized as a leading integrated device manufacturer (IDM) in the GaN market, boasting one of the most extensive intellectual property portfolios in the semiconductor field, with around 450 patent families related to GaN technology. The company remains dedicated to tackling global challenges like decarbonization and digital transformation through its cutting-edge products and solutions.

About Infineon Technologies AG

As a global leader in power systems and the Internet of Things (IoT), Infineon is dedicated to driving both digitalization and decarbonization. With approximately 57,000 employees and around €14.7 billion in revenue for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, Infineon is well-established in the semiconductor sector. The company is publicly traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol IFX and is also listed on the OTCQX International market in the United States (ticker symbol IFNNY).

For those wanting to keep up with Infineon’s developments, further information is readily available on their official website.