Software

Beyond Legal Battles: Exploring Innovative Strategies for Enhanced Software Security

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In an evolving landscape where cybersecurity threats loom large, experts are increasingly advocating for a shift away from traditional legal-driven responses to data breaches and cyber attacks. Rather than relying heavily on compliance and legal frameworks, there’s a growing consensus that enhancing the technical robustness of software and systems from the outset could prove more effective. The current cybersecurity model often involves a reactive approach, where legal teams step in after a breach has occurred. This method not only leads to potential financial liabilities but also does not guarantee future security against new types of … Read more

Synopsys Wins $550K in Software Copyright Lawsuit Against Competitor Real Intent

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San Francisco, CA — A federal jury in California has decided in favor of Synopsys Inc., ordering its business rival, Real Intent Inc., to pay nearly $550,000 in damages for breaching software contracts. The dispute centered on allegations that Real Intent copied specific commands from Synopsys Inc.’s software. The verdict comes after a contentious trial where Synopsys Inc. accused Real Intent Inc. of violating contractual terms related to intellectual property and software development. The jury’s decision, reached late Wednesday, marks a significant development in the legal battles often seen in the competitive software industry. Despite … Read more

Charlotte Faces Rent Hike Allegations Amid Federal Price-Fixing Lawsuit Against Software Giant RealPage

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Charlotte, N.C. — In an innovative legal challenge highlighting the evolving intersection of technology and antitrust laws, the U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against RealPage, a software company accused of artificially inflating apartment rents through its advanced data algorithms. This suit, alleging price fixing, claims the company has violated antitrust laws by manipulating rental price recommendations across several U.S. metropolitan areas, including Charlotte. The federal suit contends that RealPage’s software collects sensitive rental data from apartment managers and uses this to set higher rental prices than the market would typically dictate. This is … Read more

Cognizant Sues Infosys Over Alleged Theft of Healthcare Software Secrets in High-Stakes Court Battle

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Dallas, Texas — In a significant legal confrontation, TriZetto, a subsidiary of the IT major Cognizant, has initiated a lawsuit against Infosys, alleging theft of trade secrets. The lawsuit, which revolves around proprietary healthcare insurance software, was filed in a federal court in Texas, marking a new chapter in the competitive IT industry. In response to the filed complaint, Infosys has strongly refuted any claims of misconduct. The company stated that it is aware of the legal proceedings and is prepared to defend its practices vigorously, emphasizing its commitment to ethical business practices. According to … Read more