China’s Huawei Targets HP in Latest High-Stakes European Patent Lawsuit.

Sep 19, 2025 — In a high-stakes legal move, Huawei has filed a lawsuit against HP Inc. in Europe, accusing the tech giant of infringing on its Wi-Fi 6 patent (European Patent EP3611989), which covers methods for transmitting wireless network information. The suit, filed on August 19, 2025, seeks damages and an injunction to halt HP’s use of the technology unless it enters into a licensing agreement.

Huawei, represented by Clifford Chance’s Dr. Tobias Johannes Hessel, follows a recent win against Netgear over similar patents, raising questions about whether this is a genuine attempt to protect intellectual property or a calculated power grab. With Wi-Fi 6 becoming essential to modern connectivity, Huawei’s growing influence in the patent space could force Western companies like HP to pay hefty royalties or face prolonged legal battles. As the case unfolds, the outcome could have significant implications for the future of wireless technology, reshaping patent strategies across the industry and highlighting Huawei’s increasing control over next-gen connectivity.