VMware has secured an early procedural win in its legal battle with German industrial giant Siemens, concerning the unauthorized use of software. The American company had sued Siemens, accusing it of using its software without the necessary licenses.

Court Decision

A judge has ruled in favor of VMware, determining that the case should be heard in the United States, thus accepting the arguments presented by Virtzilla's lawyers. This represents an initial advantage for VMware, which will be able to assert its claims in a potentially more favorable legal context.

General context

Legal disputes relating to software licenses are common in the technology sector. Companies invest significant resources in software development and have the right to protect their intellectual property. Unauthorized use of software can cause significant economic damage to manufacturers, who are deprived of revenue from licenses.