Patently has independently verified Nokia’s claim of 7,000 patent families declared essential to 5G technology, further reinforcing Nokia’s role as a leading innovator in next-generation connectivity. This confirmation underscores Nokia’s significant contributions to the 5G landscape and its continued leadership in the global telecommunications industry.
Independent Verification of Nokia’s 5G Patent Portfolio
Following a rigorous independent review, Patently has confirmed that Nokia has over 6,300 published standard-essential patent (SEP) families aligned with 5G specifications. Additionally, the assessment identified over 700 unpublished patent families that are also essential to 5G, all of which fall within the first 18 months of their initial filing. This demonstrates Nokia’s ongoing commitment to expanding its intellectual property portfolio and maintaining its position at the forefront of 5G technology.
These figures strictly apply to 5G patents and do not account for Nokia’s broader portfolio of SEPs declared for earlier generations of mobile networks. Beyond its contributions to 5G, Nokia has declared more than 1,700 SEP families essential to earlier cellular technologies, further solidifying its long-standing influence on the evolution of mobile communications.
Comprehensive Evaluation Process
Patently’s assessment took into consideration all of Nokia’s subsidiaries, including Alcatel Lucent, ensuring a thorough and accurate evaluation. Nokia is recognised as the Ultimate Declarant of these patents, in the same way, it is acknowledged as the Ultimate Owner of patent families under its various business entities.
To ensure the highest levels of precision and reliability, Patently’s verification methodology is based on its proprietary Six Sigma Declarations and True Essentiality framework. This approach strives for 99.9997% defect-free declaration matching, setting a global benchmark for accuracy in patent validation.
The process involved an extensive cross-referencing system, matching Nokia’s licensing declarations in ETSI’s special reports with Patently’s advanced family processing system. By leveraging cutting-edge data analytics and expert patent analysis, Patently successfully identified and validated Nokia’s contributions to the 5G standard-essential patent landscape.
Precision Through Advanced Analytics
Patently’s verification method considers:
- Variations in declaration formats across different patent offices.
- Unpublished patent families within the 18-month post-filing period.
- Legal ownership changes across multiple jurisdictions.
By applying sophisticated analytical tools and patent expertise, Patently ensures a highly accurate representation of Nokia’s SEP portfolio, enabling greater transparency and reliability in the global patent ecosystem.
Industry Recognition and Expert Validation
Andrew Samm, Director at Patently, praised the meticulous verification process and the commitment of the expert team behind the review: “Patently extends its sincere congratulations to the entire team for their dedication and expertise in executing this rigorous verification process. Their unwavering commitment to precision and transparency has been instrumental in confirming Nokia’s contributions to 5G. The team’s diligence in handling complex patent data and refining the matching framework exemplifies the highest standards in patent data analysis.”
He further emphasised the importance of independent verification in validating SEP declarations, ensuring clarity for stakeholders across the telecommunications industry, regulatory bodies, and patent licensing markets.
Nokia’s Leadership in 5G Innovation
With this independent confirmation, Nokia continues to reinforce its position as a global leader in 5G innovation. As one of the most influential patent holders in next-generation connectivity, Nokia’s contributions extend beyond intellectual property, actively shaping the technological advancements that power modern mobile networks.
Nokia’s extensive R&D investments and dedication to advancing network technologies play a crucial role in supporting the global transition to ultra-fast, low-latency, and highly secure 5G connectivity. The company’s patents contribute to enhancing mobile performance, improving efficiency, and enabling a more connected future for industries and consumers worldwide.
This latest verification by Patently highlights the importance of rigorous patent assessments and reinforces Nokia’s ongoing commitment to innovation, transparency, and leadership in the 5G era.
