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Hyperconverged software biz Springpath has lost an attempt to have SimpliVity's patent infringement case against it thrown out. If SimpliVity wins its legal fight at trial, Springpath's Data Platform product could be banned from sale, triggering the collapse of its Cisco OEM deal. Cisco's HyperFlex product is based on …

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    Simplivity is a case of sour grapes

    How is content based hashing a patent in the first place? I hope Simplivity does't get themselves screwed in the process. Timing of the lawsuit is also interesting, it only happened when Cisco kicked them out.

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      Re: Simplivity is a case of sour grapes

      How is content based hashing a patent in the first place?

      Simple, it has been given by the USPTO who don't have a clue especially if they are paid for it.

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    revised timeline

    with some fictional (?) events inserted into the timeline...

    Aug 2015 - Cisco enters into exploratory agreement with Springpath

    Sep 2015 – SimpliVity files original complaint for patent infringement.

    Oct 2015 – SimpliVity files First Amended Complaint correcting a typo.

    Nov 2015 – Springpath files motion to dismiss FAC.

    Dec 2015 - Cisco signs definitive OEM with Springpath

    Mar 2016 – SimpliVity files Second Amended Complaint.

    Mar 2016 – Springpath moves to dismiss SAC.

    Mar 2016 - Cisco launches Hyperflex product

    Jul 2016 - SimpliVity asks for Cisco Live booth refund

    Jul 2016 – Springpath motion to dismiss denied.

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