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Canon Announces Final Victory Over Non-Practicing Entities After 6-Year Patent Litigations

Canon Inc. and Canon U.S.A., Inc. today announce final victory in their defense of a long-term patent dispute against Technology Properties Limited LLC (TPL) and MCM Portfolio LLC (MCM). In March 2012, Plaintiffs TPL and MCM commenced litigation against Canon in both the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. District Court, accusing nearly 200 Canon products of infringing U.S. patents relating to flash memory card readers. In December 2013, Canon prevailed at the ITC on grounds of non-infringement. Additionally, in September 2016, the district court ruled in Canon's favor and held that none of Canon's accused products infringe any of the asserted claims of the patents-in-suit. Canon then sought—and was awarded—its attorneys' fees in the amount of nearly $1.8 million (USD).

Canon announces conclusion of dispute with Coemedia GmbH

TOKYO, August 2, 2018—Canon Inc. and Coemedia GmbH, as well as its managing director agreed to resolve their pending patent dispute by signing a settlement agreement. Coemedia inter alia accepted a preliminary injunction (docket no. 4a O 92/17) of the District Court Düsseldorf based on the infringement of the German portion of Canon's European Patent EP 2 087 407 B1 as final and binding between the parties. Furthermore, Coemedia has to pay damages for past infringements to Canon. Further details of the settlement agreement are confidential.

Canon Unveils Professional Photographer Services for Asian Games 2018

Canon announces award winners for its New Cosmos of Photography 2018 (41st edition) photo competition

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuit against GPC Trading

TOKYO, July 30, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement lawsuit against GPC Trading Co., Limited, which does business under the name GPC Image, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

Canon aids relief effort following torrential rains in western Japan

TOKYO, July 11, 2018—Beginning in July, heavy rainfall centered mainly on western Japan has caused extensive damage and loss of life. We at Canon would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all those affected by this disaster and our thoughts go out to those suffering in its aftermath.

Canon commences partnership with AVEVA to promote imaging technologies for smart factories

TOKYO, July 9, 2018—Canon Inc. (Headquarters: Ohta-ku, Tokyo, Japan; Chairman & CEO: Fujio Mitarai) announced today that the company will commence a partnership with AVEVA Group plc (hereafter "AVEVA"; Headquarters: Cambridge, U.K.; CEO: Craig Hayman) with the aim of realizing smart factories through Canon imaging technologies.

Canon Australia opens unique consumer retail Experience Store

Canon awarded gold rating from EcoVadis for sustainability

Canon Inc. completes acquisition of BriefCam Ltd.

TOKYO, July 3, 2018—Canon Inc. ("Canon"; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; Chairman and CEO: Fujio Mitarai) announced that yesterday, after the necessary procedures, the Company completed the acquisition of BriefCam Ltd. ("BriefCam"; Headquarters: Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel; President and CEO: Trevor Matz) that was announced in May.

Tsuzuri Project to donate high-resolution facsimile of 'River Festival at Tsushima Shrine' to cities in Aichi Prefecture

Canon announces conclusion of toner cartridge-related patent infringement dispute with Tonet Inc., in Korea

TOKYO, July 3, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced that the Seoul Central District Court of Korea concluded the patent dispute against Tonet Inc. ("Tonet") by mediation. In the mediation decision, Tonet admitted to have infringed Canon's Korean Patent Nos. 10-1182006 and 10-1101654. Tonet is obligated to cease sale and distribution of the toner cartridges models "HP CF280X", "HP CF280A", "HP CE255X", "HP CE255A", "HP CE505X", "HP CE505A", "HP CF287A", "HP CF226X", "HP CF226A", "HP CE255X/CRG324II", "HP CE255A/CRG324", "HP CE505X/CRG319II/CF280X", "HP CE505A/CRG319/CF280", "HP CF350A 4-pack color toner (CF350A, 351A, 352A, 353A)" and "HP CE310A 4-pack color toner (CE310A, 311A, 312A, 313A)". Tonet has offered and distributed those toner cartridges through its own website, named Officeaid, and other open market websites. Furthermore, Tonet has agreed to render information and accounting about the offer and distribution of said toner cartridges, to pay damages to Canon and to destroy any of the above mentioned products in its possession or property.

Tsuzuri Project to dedicate high-resolution facsimile of 17th-century Japanese artwork 'Birds and Flowers of Autumn and Winter' to its original owner in Nara Prefecture

Canon announces conclusion of dispute with Moreinks

TOKYO, June 27, 2018—Canon Inc. and Moreinks Ltd., as well as its managing directors agreed to resolve their pending patent dispute by signing a settlement agreement. Moreinks Ltd. inter alia accepted a preliminary injunction (docket no. 4a O 76/17) of the District Court Düsseldorf based on the infringement of the German portion of Canon's European Patent EP 2 087 407 B1 as final and binding between the parties. With respect to the English part of EP 2 087 407 B1, notwithstanding the fact that no proceedings have been issued in England and Wales, Moreinks Ltd. has voluntarily agreed to refrain from making, offering, putting into circulation and/or importing and/or owning laser toner cartridges comprising a drum unit with a certain coupling member for use in various models of HP and/or Canon laser beam printers in Great Britain. Furthermore, Moreinks Ltd. has agreed to pay damages for past infringements to Canon. The parties agreed that further details of the settlement agreement are confidential.

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuit against Do It Wiser

TOKYO, June 21, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement lawsuit against Do It Wiser LLC in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuit against World Class Ink Supply

TOKYO, June 21, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement lawsuit against World Class Ink Supply, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

'Girt by Sea' – Australia as never seen before

Canon successfully tests 8K live-video transmission of rugby match, accelerates efforts towards realizing immersive public viewing

TOKYO, June 12, 2018—Canon Inc. announced today that on June 9 the company successfully concluded an 8K live-video transmission experiment. Leveraging the company's input and output technologies, and in cooperation with partner companies, Canon relayed the Lipovitan D Challenge Cup rugby match between the national teams of Japan and Italy that took place at the Oita Bank Dome in Oita Prefecture, located on Japan's southernmost main island of Kyushu, to the Company's Tokyo Headquarters.

Canon announces the grant of a preliminary injunction for patent infringement in Germany against Inkjets Toners and Cartridges Ltd. et al.

TOKYO, June 6, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced that it obtained a preliminary injunction, which inter alia contains injunctive relief, granted by the District Court Düsseldorf against Inkjets Toners and Cartridges Ltd. as well as against its Directors. The preliminary injunction is based on the infringement of the German portion of Canon's European patent EP 2 087 407 relating to a drum unit and a process cartridge. The accused act consists in the offer and distribution of laser toner cartridges comprising a drum unit via amazon.de under the ASINs (=Amazon Standard Identification Number) 6040800542, 6040800593, 6040800615, 6040800623. Those cartridges replace the cartridge models CE255X, CE505A, CF280X and CF280A compatible with HP laser beam printers.

Canon Middle East launches direct operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) through newly established company

Dubai, UAE; June 5, 2018 – Canon Middle East (CME), a provider of imaging technologies and services, today announced that it is expanding its regional presence by establishing direct operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

Canon Europe to showcase creative education for women empowerment and gender equality at European Development Days

31 May 2018 – Canon Europe, world-leader in imaging solutions, has been selected by the European Commission to showcase its sustainability initiatives at this year's European Development Days that will take place in Brussels on 5-6 June.

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuit against Zeetoner

TOKYO, May 22, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement lawsuit against 9010-8077 Quebec Inc., which does business under the name Zeetoner, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

Canon PhotoMarathon Kicks Off in Guangzhou

Canon Europe celebrates results of African sustainability programme and the launch of a new creative training hub in collaboration with The NRB Bus

Canon named title sponsor of the Bledisloe Cup 2018

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuits against CLT Computers and Fairland

TOKYO, May 17, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusions of two separate patent infringement lawsuits against CLT Computers, Inc. and Fairland, LLC, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

Canon obtained Preliminary Injunction against Grey Systems GmbH and its Managing Director

TOKYO, May, 14 2018—Canon Inc. today announced that the District Court Düsseldorf granted a preliminary injunction against Grey Systems GmbH as well as against its managing directors. The preliminary injunction is based on the infringement of the German portion of Canon's European patent EP 2 087 407 relating to a drum unit and a process cartridge. The preliminary injunction, which is not final and can be appealed, enjoins Grey Systems GmbH from offering and distributing laser toner cartridges comprising a drum unit with a certain coupling member, e.g. via the online shop www.dulin-shop.com. The infringing cartridges can replace the OEM cartridge models HP CE505X, HP CE255A, HP CE255X and HP CF280X compatible with various models of HP laser beam printers. The preliminary injunction furthermore contains a claim for sequestration, and therefore, the infringing cartridges have been handed over to a bailiff until the matter is finally solved. Defendants have the option to file an objection against the preliminary injunction. However, as service on Defendants was effected, Canon can enforce this decision.

Canon Inc. to acquire BriefCam Ltd.

TOKYO, May 9, 2018—Canon Inc. ("Canon"; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; Chairman and CEO: Fujio Mitarai) announced today that it has concluded a stock purchase agreement with BriefCam Ltd. ("BriefCam"; Headquarters: Modi'in-Maccabim-Re'ut, Israel; President and CEO: Trevor Matz), to acquire BriefCam. BriefCam develops and markets video content analysis (VCA) software that utilizes proprietary Video Synopsis® technology. This transaction is conditional upon the clearance of necessary competition regulatory authorities.

Canon files new toner cartridge-related patent infringement lawsuit in U.S.

TOKYO, May 9, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the filing of a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio against Ink Technologies Printer Supplies, LLC, for infringement of Canon's U.S. Patent No. 9,581,958.

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuit against Bluedog Distribution

TOKYO, April 27, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement lawsuit against Bluedog Distribution Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

Canon participates in Earth Hour 2018 at 323 locations across 39 countries and regions

Canon celebrates 24th straight year of Technical Image Press Association awards

Canon announces conclusion of U.S. lawsuit against Print After Print, Inc.

TOKYO, April 18, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement lawsuit against Print After Print, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, concerning certain toner cartridges sold for use in Canon and HP laser beam printers.

Canon U.S.A. to Debut Newest Cinema and Broadcast Products at This Year's NAB Show

The Company Will Showcase Latest Products and Professional Service and Support as well as Provide Hands-on Demonstrations and Panel Discussions at the Show

Canon U.S.A. Earns 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award

Canon Files Annual Report on Form 20-F for the Year Ended December 31, 2017

TOKYO, March 30, 2018—Canon Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: CAJ) today announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2017 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on March 29, 2018. The annual report on Form 20-F, which contains the Company's complete audited financial statements, can be accessed from the Company's website at:

Canon celebrates 15th consecutive year of No. 1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera market

Canon Launches 2018 Young People Programme at UN's Global Festival of Action for Sustainable Development

Canon announces the grant of a preliminary injunction for patent infringement in Germany against Biggest Discount Ltd. et al.

TOKYO, March 16, 2018 – Canon Inc. today announced that it obtained a preliminary injunction, which inter alia contains injunctive relief, granted by the District Court Düsseldorf against Biggest Discount Ltd. as well as against its managing directors. The preliminary injunction is based on the infringement of the German portion of Canon's European patent EP 2 087 407 relating to a drum unit and a process cartridge. The accused act consists in the offer and distribution of laser toner cartridges comprising a drum unit via amazon.de under the ASINs (=Amazon Standard Identification Number) B00532ADSO and B002KNJKGA. These cartridges replace the cartridges CE505X and CE505A compatible with certain HP laser beam printers.

Canon files new toner cartridge-related patent infringement lawsuit in Korea

TOKYO, March 12, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the filing of a complaint with the Seoul Central District Court of Korea against Tonet Inc., which sells and distributes toner cartridges through its own website (http://officeaid.co.kr/) and other open market websites, for infringement of Canon's Korean Patent Nos. 10-1182006 and 10-1101654 (the "Patents").

Canon U.S.A. Lends Its Support to Women Photograph, an Initiative Created to Promote the Representation of Female Photojournalists

MELVILLE, N.Y., March 8, 2018—In conjunction with International Women's Day (IWD), the global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce their association with Women Photograph, a movement created to promote the representation of female photojournalists. Canon will work with Women Photograph to aid their travel grant program which funds female and non-binary photographers to attend workshops, hostile environment trainings, festivals, and other developmental opportunities.

Canon U.S.A. Recognized by Public Lands Alliance for Continued Support of Yellowstone Forever

AGENDER: Women in Photography. A platform for change

Canon files toner cartridge-related complaints with U.S. International Trade Commission and in U.S. district courts

TOKYO, March 2—Canon Inc. today announced the filing of a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) against 49 manufacturers, distributors and sellers of toner cartridges and photosensitive drum units, asserting infringement of Canon's U.S. Patent Nos. 9,746,826; 9,836,021; 9,841,727; 9,841,728; 9,841,729; 9,857,764; 9,857,765; 9,869,960; and 9,874,846. The proposed respondents named in the ITC complaint are:

Canon announces entry acceptance schedule for New Cosmos of Photography 2018

Canon announces conclusion of toner cartridge patent lawsuit in U.S.

TOKYO, February 27, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the conclusion of a patent infringement dispute with Kostland Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California concerning toner cartridges sold for use in various models of HP laser beam printers.

Canon Eco Technology Park opens as environmental activities focal point for Canon Group, which achieves high level of resource efficiency

Canon designs recognized with internationally renowned iF Design Awards for 24th consecutive year

Canon U.S.A., Inc. Named One of the 2018 "World's Most Ethical Companies" by the Ethisphere Institute

Canon U.S.A. Celebrates Achievement of Prestigious Industry Accolades from Keypoint Intelligence – Buyers Lab

Company Receives BLI 2018 Copier MFP Line of the Year for 3rd Consecutive Year

Canon aids relief effort following earthquake in eastern Taiwan

TOKYO, February 9, 2018—On February 6 (local time), an earthquake struck eastern Taiwan, causing extensive damage and loss of life. We at Canon would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all those affected by this disaster and our thoughts go out to those suffering in its aftermath.

Océ's 'relief printing' on display in Paris museum

Canon files new toner cartridge-related patent infringement lawsuit in U.S.

TOKYO, February 5, 2018—Canon Inc. today announced the filing of a complaint with the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California against Kostland Inc., for infringement of Canon's U.S. Patent No. 9,581,958 B2.

Canon Europe named a Top Employer 2018

Canon announces conclusion of dispute with JT Company UG

TOKYO, January 23, 2018—Canon Inc. and JT Company UG (haftungsbeschränkt) as well as its managing director agreed to resolve their pending patent dispute by signing a settlement agreement. JT Company UG (haftungsbeschränkt) inter alia accepted a preliminary injunction (docket no. 4a O 111/17) of the District Court Düsseldorf based on the infringement of the German portion of Canon's European Patent EP 2 087 407 B1 as final and binding between the parties. Further details of the settlement agreement are confidential.

FORTUNE Magazine Places Canon Among "World's Most Admired Companies" for 2018

MELVILLE, N.Y., January 19, 2018—Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce that Canon Inc., its parent company, has been named to FORTUNE Magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" list for 2018, demonstrating its strong standing within the global business community. Called the "definitive report card on corporate reputations" by FORTUNE, Canon received positive marks for financial soundness, long-term investment value, social responsibility, global competitiveness and quality of products and services to earn this distinction, resulting in a rank of fourth in the Computer category.

Canon files suit for enforcement of patent rights

TOKYO, January 16, 2018—Canon Inc. has filed a suit for enforcement of its Russian Federation patent 2467370 (the "Patent"), which relates to toner cartridges. The suit has been filed with the Moscow City Economic Court against the defendants LLC VTT and LLC Pallady, distributing companies.

Canon places top five in U.S. patent rankings for 32 years running and first among Japanese companies for thirteen years running

TOKYO, January 10, 2018—Canon Inc. ranked third for the number of U.S. patents awarded in 2017, becoming the only company in the world to have ranked in the top five for 32 years running, according to the latest ranking of preliminary patent results issued by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services. What's more, Canon once again ranked first among Japanese companies.

Canon to sponsor the Asian Games 2018

Canon announces corporate name change of Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation to Canon Medical Systems Corporation

TOKYO, January 4, 2018—Canon Inc. and Canon Medical Systems Corporation today announced the official corporate name (trade name) change of Canon Group Company Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation to Canon Medical Systems Corporation (hereafter referred to as Canon Medical Systems).