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Alibaba appeals patent invalidation loss against BWB's customs-clearance system

By Toko Sekiguchi ( April 30, 2025, 09:24 GMT | Insight) -- Alibaba is appealing its loss in an invalidation petition against Japanese patent manager BWB's e-commerce customs-clearance system patent, a development that could significantly impact the Chinese tech giant's strategic efforts in the global e-commerce arena. The Japan Patent Office's rejection of Alibaba's invalidation petition bolsters BWB's strategic position even as the companies face further litigation in the US and South Korea.Alibaba is appealing its loss in an invalidation petition against Japanese patent manager BWB's e-commerce customs-clearance system patent, a development that could significantly impact the Chinese tech giant's strategic efforts in the global e-commerce arena....

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