HSINCHU, Taiwan, Jan. 27, 2026 — AUO Corporation (“AUO”) (TWSE: 2409), a worldwide leader in display technology, announced today that following more than two years of legal proceedings and a two-week trial, a jury in the Marshall Division of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has delivered a verdict favoring AUO. The jury determined that AUO did not violate any patents claimed by Phenix Longhorn, LLC, a Texas-based firm, and additionally ruled that one of the patents in question is invalid. This triumph is especially significant as it represents the first instance in over two decades that a Taiwanese firm has secured a defense victory in a patent infringement lawsuit against a U.S. company in the Eastern District of Texas, Marshall Division.
“I want to thank the AUO team members who worked on this case, as well as Craig Tyler from Perkins Coie LLP and local attorney Travis Underwood, for their committed work in securing this landmark outcome,” stated Paul Peng, Chairman and Group CEO of AUO. “Although AUO honors legitimate third-party intellectual property rights, we remain resolute in opposing baseless allegations. Our choice to proceed to trial stemmed from our conviction that Phenix’s claims lacked merit. We are pleased that the jury’s decision confirms our legal stance. This case demonstrates AUO’s determination to pursue justice despite any challenges.”
AUO has continually shown the bravery to tackle challenges and challenge unjustified claims, no matter how difficult the process might be. This result sends a distinct signal to other organizations targeting AUO that the company is thoroughly ready and able to protect its rights and interests.
AUO offers its appreciation to the court and jury for their dedication.
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AUO has remained committed to researching and developing display technologies, persistently utilizing cutting-edge technology as its foundation to establish competitive strength. As of the end of 2024, AUO has accumulated more than 32,000 patent applications and over 24,700 granted patents globally, with 97 percent of its R&D innovations being invention patents. Moreover, AUO has been recognized as one of the Clarivate Top 100 Global Innovators for five straight years.
ABOUT AUO
Established in 1996, AUO is a forward-thinking, technology-focused enterprise that provides products and solutions centered on display technology, advancing the limits of sophisticated displays, smart mobility, industrial intelligence, healthcare, retail, enterprise, education, and energy. The firm is based in Taiwan with operations across Asia, the US, and Europe, employing 41,000 people worldwide. AUO is dedicated to ESG sustainable development and has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 14 consecutive years. In 2025, AUO’s consolidated net revenue reached USD 9.04 billion. Additional details about AUO are available at:
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CONTACT: For additional details, please reach out to: Corporate Communication Division Jessie Lee / Director Tel: +886-3-5008800 ext 503206 Email: jessie.jc.lee@auo.com Joye Hsueh Tel: +886-3-5008800 ext 502782 Email: joye.hsueh@auo.com
