We see lots of news releases and news stories.  This one, from NetworkWorld, has our attention.

HP Throws In Towel Over Key Wi-Fi Lawsuit

In a move that could have far reaching implications for the Wi-Fi industry, HP has reached a confidential settlement with an Australian government agency that claims to own the US patent for technology used in most wireless LAN (WLAN) equipment.

Australia’s national science agency CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) has been engaged in a long-running legal battle over its patent, which could affect all IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN equipment. In 2005 it sued a number of tech companies and is seeking royalties for the patent through the U.S. courts.

See the story at:

http://www.networkworld.com/news/2009/040809-hp-throws-in-towel-over.html