Biden signed: Is the Apple Watch banned?

Biden signed: Is the Apple Watch banned?

Hard days are ahead for Apple and its smart watch, the Apple Watch. The International Trade Commission (ITC) has ruled that Apple is infringing on a healthcare company's patents. US President Joe Biden did not appeal the decision. This means that the Apple Watch may be banned from importing into the US.

Apple Watch could be banned in the US for patent infringement
The company named AliveCor first claimed in its application to the ITC in 2019 that the electrocardiogram (EKG) technology was used without permission in the Apple Watch. After reviewing this application, the ITC decided to stop the import of the Apple Watch to the United States.

In addition, Apple has suspended the stay order, appealing another decision of the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeals Board. However, the Biden administration did not veto ITC's decision on the Apple Watch. This means there will be more pressure on Apple to resolve the patent infringement.