Qualcomm Digs Deep in Face of Global Litigation Onslaught

Along the way to endless patent licensing revenues, Qualcomm's plans went awry. The San Diego chip maker's licensees, tired of Qualcomm's bullying, are pursuing a concerted, worldwide attack. Rival chip maker Broadcom sued Qualcomm in California, New Jersey and Washington, D.C.; Nokia filed suits in Delaware and D.C.; and four other wireless companies filed complaints with the European Commission. Fighting to save its business, Qualcomm expects to spend more than $200 million on litigation next year.

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