Evolving SEPs: legislation, FRAND, and global litigation trends 2026

Online, 11 June 2026

This webinar provides an overview of SEPs and their role in underpinning connectivity standards across latest advanced technologies such as 5G, IoT. It will address recent legislative developments, with a focus on FRAND commitments and evolving licensing practices.

The discussion will examine key trends in global SEP litigation, highlighting their impact on enforcement and licensing approaches, as well as industry responses from a compliance perspective. It will conclude with an overview of current and anticipated regulatory developments shaping the SEP landscape.

Moderator

• Valentina Piola, LES Italy

Speakers

• Giovanni Ballocca, CTO, Sisvel Tech – Role of SEPs in standards across latest advanced technologies
• Carter Eltzroth, Legal Director, DVB Project – Recent legislative and FRAND developments
• Christian Harmsen, Partner, Bird & Bird LLP, Germany – Recent trends in SEPs disputes across major jurisdictions
• Matteo Sabattini, LESI Board Member and Sisvel’s Executive Head of Government Affairs – Future outlook and expected regulatory changes
• Alessandro Sanchini, UPC Technical judge – Recent UPC case law 
• Kevin Scott, Licensing Program Leader, Philips – Industry perspective – How industry adapts licensing strategies

The webinar is reserved to LES Members

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Important Note

This webinar is held under the Chatham House Rule

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