Cerence (CRNC) Files Patent Infringement Suit Against Apple

Cerence Inc. (CRNC) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Apple Inc. (AAPL) in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas. The lawsuit covers certain Cerence technologies, including text input and recognition, and voice command monitoring, deployed in Apple’s products.

Cerence plans to defend its IP rights to protect its significant R&D investments and technical leadership, according to Jennifer Salinas, Chief Administrative Officer & General Counsel. Cerence Inc. is a global leader in creating intuitive, AI-powered experiences, with more than 525 million cars shipped with Cerence technology. The company partners with leading automakers and technology companies to advance user experiences.