LG Electronics has signed a patent licensing agreement with Amazon to allow the tech giant to use its Wi-Fi standard-essential patents (SEPs). The deal covers a wide range of Amazon products including Fire TV devices, Echo smart speakers, Fire Tablets and other connected devices that rely on Wi-Fi standards.
LG stated that Wi-Fi SEPs are core patented technologies required for any device that implements Wi-Fi connectivity under global technical standards. The agreement ensures that Amazon can continue to deploy Wi-Fi features in its products without risk of patent disputes or infringement.
The company highlighted that it currently owns 97,880 registered patents worldwide, with nearly half of them categorized as standard-related technologies. LG has been actively strengthening its patent licensing business as part of a long-term global intellectual property strategy.
The Korean electronics manufacturer also confirmed that it is in talks with several other global firms for similar Wi-Fi licensing arrangements. This indicates a strategic shift where LG sees intellectual property monetization as a major business pillar.
LG added that it plans to expand its patent portfolio in future technologies such as 6G, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing. The company aims to reinforce its position in emerging technology ecosystems where standard-essential patents are expected to play a critical role.
Industry analysts expect more such licensing deals as connected devices, IoT ecosystems, and Wi-Fi-based communications continue to grow rapidly.
The agreement marks another significant milestone in the global technology licensing landscape and reflects increasing emphasis on fair access to essential wireless patents across industries.
