ITC Opens Probe Into GPU and DPU Patent Claims
Published Date: 6/12/2026
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Summary
Xockets, Inc. from Texas has asked the U.S. International Trade Commission to investigate certain GPU and DPU tech products for patent infringement. If the claims are true, some imports and sales of these products in the U.S. could be blocked, which might shake up the tech market soon. This investigation started in June 2026 and could lead to important changes for companies selling these products.
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Investigation of GPU/DPU Patent Claims
A complaint filed May 8, 2026 led the U.S. International Trade Commission to open an investigation on June 9, 2026 into alleged infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 10,223,297; 9,378,161; 10,212,092; 9,436,640; and 11,082,350. The probe covers "rack-scale GPU computing systems with network switches that implement a distributed compute fabric using programmable hardware acceleration," associated components, and assemblies of those products.
Respondents Face 20-Day Response Deadline
The notice names respondents including NVIDIA, Microsoft, Amazon.com, Amazon Web Services, and Annapurna Labs and requires them to submit responses in accordance with commission rules within 20 days after service. The notice warns that failing to file a timely response may be treated as a waiver and could lead to an initial or final determination and issuance of a limited exclusion order or cease and desist order against the respondent.
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