Qualcomm announced a long-term renewal of its global patent cross-license agreement with Transsion Holdings. Transsion Holdings is a major smartphone manufacturer with a strong presence in emerging markets. The new deal consolidates previous 4G and 5G agreements into a single pact. This pact extends through the end of 2031.
This early renewal secures a stable, long-term revenue source for Qualcomm's crucial licensing business. The agreement covers Transsion's mobile devices, including its Tecno, Itel, and Infinix brands. The deal's cross-license nature means Transsion licenses its patents to Qualcomm. This resolves past litigation between the two companies. That litigation concluded in early 2025.