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WiLAN Subsidiary Polaris Signs License Agreement with Marvell

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OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Wi-LAN Inc. (a Quarterhill company) announced that its subsidiary, Polaris Innovations Limited, has signed a license agreement with Marvell Technology Inc. for certain patents related to memory interface technologies. The specific terms of the agreement, including the consideration payable to Polaris, remain confidential. Wi-LAN is recognized as a leader in patent monetization across various technology sectors, including automotive and wireless communications.

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  • License agreement signed with Marvell Technology Inc. for patents related to memory interface technologies.
  • Strengthens Wi-LAN's position in patent monetization.
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  • Details of financial consideration for the license agreement remain confidential, creating uncertainty regarding its immediate financial impact.

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Wi-LAN Inc. ("WiLAN"), a Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill") company (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), today announced that WiLAN's wholly-owned subsidiary, Polaris Innovations Limited ("Polaris"), has entered into a license agreement granting rights to certain patents owned by Polaris to Marvell Technology Inc. ("Marvell").

The licensed Polaris patents generally relate to memory interface technologies. The consideration payable to Polaris by Marvell and all other terms of the license agreement are confidential.

About WiLAN

WiLAN, a Quarterhill company, is one of the most successful patent monetization companies in the world and partners with its customers to unlock the value of intellectual property through various patent monetization models.  WiLAN operates in a variety of markets including automotive, digital television, Internet, medical, semiconductor and wireless communication technologies.  For more information:  www.wilan.com.

About Quarterhill
Quarterhill is a growth-oriented company in the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) industry as well as, through its Wi-LAN Inc. subsidiary, a leader in Intellectual Property licensing. Our goal is to execute an investment strategy that capitalizes on attractive growth opportunities within ITS - and its adjacent markets - to become a global leader in that industry. Quarterhill is listed on the TSX under the symbol QTRH and on the OTCQX Best Market under the symbol QTRHF. For more information: www.quarterhill.com 

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SOURCE Wi-LAN Inc.

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What is the license agreement between Wi-LAN and Marvell?

Wi-LAN's subsidiary, Polaris Innovations, signed a license agreement with Marvell for patents related to memory interface technologies.

What is the significance of the Polaris and Marvell license agreement?

The agreement enhances Wi-LAN's position in patent monetization, although financial details are confidential.

When was the license agreement with Marvell announced?

The license agreement was announced on December 31, 2021.

What patents are included in the Polaris-Marvell agreement?

The patents generally relate to memory interface technologies.

What does Wi-LAN specialize in?

Wi-LAN specializes in patent monetization across various technology sectors.

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