The Delhi High Court has dismissed Ultrahuman’s patent infringement lawsuit against Finnish rival Oura, citing a “wilful and deliberate” non-disclosure of critical U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) rulings in the original filing. Although dismissed on procedural grounds, Ultrahuman has been granted the option to refile, provided the missing ITC details are included.
What Was Omitted in the Original Complaint?
The Court pointed out that Ultrahuman failed to disclose two significant outcomes from the U.S. ITC case, where Ultrahuman had already been found to infringe on Oura’s patents—leading to an import ban in the U.S. market. This omission was considered material to the case and deemed deliberate by the Indian judiciary.
Ultrahuman’s Next Move
Ultrahuman has confirmed its intention to refile the complaint incorporating the ITC findings and clarifying their relevance, particularly noting that Indian patents and U.S. jurisdiction differ. The company maintains that its infringement claim remains valid and focused on protecting its innovation in India.
Oura’s Legal Standing
Oura, which previously secured favorable rulings in the U.S.—including a ban on Ultrahuman products—including the Ring Air—has effectively scored another legal win in India. The Delhi court’s dismissal underscores the strength of Oura’s IP position and enforcement strategy.
(Correct source for Oura commentary: relates other case; Oura’s detailed comments came via Android Central—which is the same as the Yahoo report context from
Why It Matters
- Legal Precision Matters: The dismissal underscores how procedural accuracy—such as full disclosure of related rulings—is crucial in high-stakes patent litigation.
- Refiling Opportunity: Ultrahuman has a path forward, as long as it supplements its claim with required information, preserving its legal rights in India.
- Global IP Tensions: The case reflects the broader, global legal contest between wearables makers over patent dominance, market access, and innovation rights.
- Strategic Implications: Oura’s victories in the U.S. and now India—withstanding Ultrahuman’s challenges—solidify its position as a strong innovator and IP defender in the smart wearables space.
