Samsung Alleges Wearable Tech Infringement; ITC Seeks Public Input
Published Date: 12/17/2025
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Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission got a complaint from Samsung about some wearable devices that might be breaking import rules. They’re asking the public and companies involved to share their thoughts on how this could affect everyone. This could lead to some devices being blocked from the U.S. market soon, so keep an eye out for changes that might shake up the wearable tech world!
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Possible U.S. ban on certain wearables
Samsung filed a complaint on December 15, 2025 about certain wearable devices and asked the U.S. International Trade Commission for a limited exclusion order, cease-and-desist orders, and a bond during the 60-day Presidential review period under 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). The complaint names Ouraring Inc. (San Francisco, CA) and Oura Health Oy (Finland); the Commission is asking for public comments and says written submissions are due no later than close of business eight calendar days after the notice's publication (publication: December 17, 2025).
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