Huawei is undoubtedly one of the most successful technology companies in the world. Even though the Chinese tech giant has faced challenges in recent years due to the US embargo, it continues to persevere. One of the main reasons for its success is the company’s emphasis on R&D. For a long time, Huawei has been working on 5G technologies and is leading the race in 5G patents, with over 2,000 patents filed worldwide.
According to a report by legal and regulatory intelligence company LexisNexis., which tracks patent filings, Huawei is leading the race in 5G patents, with over 2,000 patents filed worldwide. This is crucial for the company especially since 5G is viewed as the upcoming wave of wireless tech that could transform sectors like manufacturing, transport, and healthcare.
Not only is 5G predicted to be much speedier than 4G—reaching speeds up to 10 gigabits per second. It will also have lower latency, which means that data will be transmitted more quickly.
The report, titled “Who Owns Core 5G Patents?”, examined which standard-essential patents (SEPs) are best positioned to dominate in the burgeoning 5G market. SEPs are patents that are essential to the implementation of a technical standard, such as 5G. LexisNexis ranked Huawei, Qualcomm, and Samsung as the top three SEP holders, respectively, in terms of quantity and quality.
Ericsson, Nokia, LG Electronics, ZTE, Oppo, NTT, and InterDigital rounded out the top ten.
The report also found that the US is the top region for 5G patents, with more than 28,000 granted, followed by China on around 26,000 and Europe with almost 15,000.
“Huawei’s leadership in the 5G patent race is a testament to its significant investment in research and development,” co-author of the report. “However, it is important to note that patent ownership does not guarantee commercial success. Other factors, such as product quality, customer relationships, and government support, will also play a role.”
Huawei’s dominance in 5G patents has been a source of concern for some governments, who fear that it could give the company too much control over the development and deployment of 5G networks. In recent years, the US and other countries have taken steps to restrict Huawei’s access to markets and technologies.
Despite these challenges, Huawei remains a major player in the global 5G market. The company has deployed 5G networks in more than 170 countries and regions, and it is a leading supplier of 5G equipment.
Source: gizmochina