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Inside Sonos' decision to sue Google with CEO Patrick Spence and CLO Eddie Lazarus

Decoder with Nilay Patel

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Sonos vs. Google: A Battle for Innovation

This chapter explores Sonos' strategic decision-making behind its lawsuit against Google regarding multi-room audio technology patents. It highlights the challenges of maintaining constructive industry dialogue, the significance of Sonos' patent portfolio, and the risks associated with patent litigation. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of protecting intellectual property rights while balancing innovation with fair market practices.

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