Technology

Federal Court Rules Against Technology Vendor, Orders $20 Million in Restitution for Fraudulent Misrepresentation to Fort Collins

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Fort Collins, Colorado—A federal appeals court has upheld a jury’s decision that a technology vendor misled the city in its attempts to secure a contract, ultimately ordering the company to pay nearly $20 million. The ruling follows a protracted legal battle after Fort Collins voters approved municipal broadband in 2017, leading the city to seek a provider for a utility billing system to support its new Internet services. In selecting Open International, LLC as the vendor, Fort Collins soon encountered disputes over responsibility for missed deadlines. Open claimed the city hampered progress by not providing … Read more

Wimbledon Embraces Technology While Line Judges’ Legacy Faces Uncertain Future

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WIMBLEDON, England — At the 138th Wimbledon Championship, the iconic cloth-capped line judges made way for an innovative electronic line-calling system, an upgrade aimed at minimizing human error on the storied grass courts. This year marked a significant shift as the All England Club adopted this technology, aligning with other major tournaments like the Australian Open and US Open, while the French Open remains the sole Grand Slam still utilizing human officials. Despite the promise of increased accuracy, the introduction of the electronic line-calling system was met with criticism. Issues arose when technical glitches forced … Read more

Sanlorenzo Launches Groundbreaking 36.5-Meter SX120 Crossover Yacht, Revolutionizing Luxury Leisure with Innovative Propulsion Technology

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Sanlorenzo, an esteemed Italian yacht builder headquartered in Viareggio, has unveiled its latest innovation, the 36.5-meter SX120 crossover yacht. This impressive vessel, making its debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 9-14, 2025, marks a significant milestone as the largest of its kind in Sanlorenzo’s lineup. The SX120 showcases the groundbreaking Volvo Penta IPS Professional Platform, a state-of-the-art propulsion system that features four 1,000 HP engines in a twin-pod configuration. This design not only enhances fuel efficiency but also liberates 30% more engine room space compared to traditional setups. The incorporation of Eco Mode … Read more

Federal Circuit Overturns Apple’s Patent Damages Ruling in Major Setback for Optis Technology

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On June 16, a notable legal decision emerged from Washington, D.C., as the Federal Circuit reversed a ruling by a district court in the case of Optis Cellular Technology v. Apple Inc. This ruling addressed key issues such as patent eligibility and trial procedures, leading to the vacating of previous infringement and damages judgments against Apple. The Federal Circuit identified several procedural missteps and overturned summary judgment rulings concerning patent eligibility and means-plus-function analysis in the Eastern District of Texas. The dispute centered around five wireless standard-essential patents that Optis had asserted against various Apple … Read more