On February 20, 2026, Ericsson initiated standard essential patent (SEP) litigation against Verifone at the Mannheim and The Hague divisions of the Unified Patent Court (UPC). Both cases revolve around standard essential patents in the cellular communications field.

Founded in 1876 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson operates in over 180 countries and regions worldwide. It is a leading global provider of end-to-end comprehensive communications solutions and professional services. Verifone, founded in the United States in 1981, is a globally recognized provider of secure electronic payment solutions. It offers hardware, software, and services for debit cards, credit cards, smart cards, and internet transactions to financial institutions, merchants, and consumers.

As of now, specific details regarding this case have not been disclosed, and neither party has filed related lawsuits in other jurisdictions.