The U.S. International Trade Commission received a complaint from Longitude Licensing Ltd. and Marlin Semiconductor Limited, both based in Ireland, alleging that certain foreign-made semiconductor devices and products are infringing on several U.S. patents. The complaint claims that these products, which are imported into, sold in, or sold for importation into the United States, violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission has decided to investigate these claims and will consider evidence and arguments from involved parties about the impact of these allegations on the public interest. If the allegations are proven, the Commission may issue orders to prevent the products from being imported or sold in the U.S.
Simple Explanation
Longitude Licensing and Marlin Semiconductor from Ireland are asking the U.S. to stop some foreign-made computer chip products from being sold in America because they believe those products are using their special technology without permission. The government will look into this to decide what to do next.