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Masimo, a medical technology company that
designs pulse oximetry devices have filed a lawsuit against Apple accusing
the Cupertino company of stealing trade secrets and improperly using Masimo
inventions related to health monitoring in the Apple Watch.
Masimo claims that Apple stole secret
information by pretending to have a working relationship with Masimo, and then hiring Masimo employees. Masimo also believes the Apple Watch is
infringing on 10 Masimo patents.
Masimo, and its spinoff company Cercacor,
claim that Masimo's technology for non-invasive health monitoring helped
Apple overcomes performance issues with the Apple Watch. Apple allegedly
relied on Masimo tech when developing the light-based heart rate sensor used
in the Apple Watch, among other technologies.
According to Masimo, Apple first contacted the
company in 2013 and asked to meet for a potential collaboration, with Apple asking to "understand more" about Masimo's products to potentially integrate Masimo technology into future Apple devices. After what Masimo
considered productive meetings, Apple began hiring away important employees.
Ahead of when the Apple Watch was released,
Apple hired Michael O'Reilly, who had served as the Chief Medical Officer and
EVP of Medical Affairs at Masimo. He has been working on Health Special
Projects at Apple, and had a hand in the development of the Apple
Watch.
O'Reilly wasn't the only hire from Masimo, as
Apple also took on other former Masimo employees along with employees from other health-related companies during the time the Apple Watch was being designed. Marcelo Lamego, who served as CTO of Cercacor, for example, joined
Apple not long after O'Reilly.
Masimo says Apple received confidential
information from its hires, and launched a targeted effort to obtain
"information and expertise."
Masimo and Cercacor are aiming to block
further use of their patented inventions and are asking for unspecified damages. The two companies also want to add their engineers to four patents
that was granted to Lamego after leaving the Cercacor.
Masimo is a global medical technology company
focused on developing noninvasive patient monitoring features — with a
specific specialization in pulse oximeters. In 2014, ahead of the launch of
Apple Watch, various reports noted that Apple had hired executives from
Masimo.
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Israeli settlers have once again attacked religious minorities in the region, this time targeting a church in East Jerusalem.
According to reports, the settlers assaulted clerics and worshippers at the Church of the Sepulchre of Saint Charbel, causing damage to the property and injuring several people. This kind of behavior is not only unacceptable but also undermines efforts to promote peace and stability in the region. Attacks on religious minorities are a direct attack on religious freedom and must be condemned by all. The Israeli authorities must take swift action to bring the perpetrators to justice and hold them accountable for their actions. It is also important to ensure the safety and protection of religious minorities and their places of worship, as guaranteed by international law. this incident is a sad reminder of the ongoing conflict in the region and the need for a comprehensive and just solution. It is up to all of us to work together to promote understanding, tolerance, and respect for different beliefs and cultures, and to build a brighter and more peaceful future for all.
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