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Huawei, Qualcomm strike multi-year patent agreement across 5G, AI

Scmp • October 6, 2026

Cross-licensing deal includes Qualcomm’s purchase of specific Huawei US patents across compute, AI and networking, Chinese firm says

The deal involved cross-licensing between both firms’ patent portfolios, the Shenzhen-based firm said in a statement on Monday, adding that it included Qualcomm’s purchase of specific Huawei US patents across compute, AI, networking and other technologies.

The transaction did not involve any other business cooperation and remained subject to regulatory approvals, Huawei added. The value of the deal was not disclosed.

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Qualcomm and Huawei Finalize 5G Patent Cross-Licensing Deal Qualcomm and Huawei have signed a multi-year patent cross-licensing agreement covering 5G, AI, and networking technologies. This marks the first 5G patent deal between the two companies, with Qualcomm also purchasing specific Huawei-owned US patents in compute, AI, and networking. The financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, and it is subject to regulatory approval. Huawei claims this agreement pushes the cumulative value of its licensing agreements to approximately $7 billion. Industry analysts noted that while Qualcomm is expected to pay for Huawei's patents, the specifics of the payments and the patents involved are not confirmed. The deal comes amid ongoing legal challenges for Huawei in the US, including racketeering charges related to alleged trade secret theft. Both companies have emphasized the importance of fair licensing in their statements. 2 sources 24

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