The dispute illustrates how patent battles are becoming increasingly internationalized, with companies fighting in multiple jurisdictions.
What happens when a Finnish company and an Indian startup claim ownership of the same smart ring innovations? The answer is playing out in courtrooms in two different countries, showing how modern patent warfare transcends borders.
Smart rings, which are finger-worn devices that track health metrics like heart rate, sleep and activity, are a fast-growing niche in the wearables market. Finland-based Oura was one of the earliest entrants, building a strong brand among athletes and biohackers since it was founded in 2013. Bengaluru-based Ultrahuman is a newer player, gaining traction with its Ring AIR introduced in 2023. A notable difference …
Bhuvana Sri graduated from TISS with an MA in Media and Cultural Studies. She also has a master's in English Literature. She has had stints in publishing houses, museums and arts & culture organisations in Chennai and Bengaluru.
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