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UK Court Orders Samsung to Pay ZTE $392M for Mobile Phone Patents

May 4, 2026

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Insurance Journal

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On May 1, London's High Court ruled Samsung must pay ZTE a $392 million lump sum for using its smartphone network patents. Judge Richard Meade issued the decision after parties failed to renew their 2021 agreement, setting terms between Samsung's $200 million request and ZTE's $731 million demand. Both firms retain rights to appeal while continuing parallel lawsuits in other jurisdictions.

On May 4, 2026, Westcap Insurance Services launched an Excess Liability product to provide additional protection beyond primary policies for clients in the construction and manufacturing sectors. This new offering targets specific states including Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, and Utah, allowing insurance professionals to tailor flexible coverage for complex risk profiles within these regions.

Insurance Journal·May 4, 2026

lifestyle

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Launches Home Design Brand Mémoire at NY Dinner Event

Supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley unveiled her new home and design brand, Mémoire, during an intimate dinner party held on May 5 at the Upper East Side residence of interior designer Alyssa Kapito. Hosted just prior to the brand's official launch date of May 12, the event featured celebrity guests and showcased items from the upcoming collection alongside Kapito's existing furnishings.

Vogue·May 4, 2026

consumer services

Star Wars Film Sneak Peeks Released on Theaters and Disney+ Today

On May 4, Disney released exclusive sneak peeks for its upcoming Star Wars theatrical film, which arrives on May 22. Select IMAX theaters hosted special events offering over 25 minutes of unseen footage starting at 7 p.m., while Disney+ streamed a separate three-and-a-half-minute clip. The movie, directed by Jon Favreau and starring Pedro Pascal, follows the events of Season 3 of The Mandalorian. Ticket availability varies significantly by state, with many major markets already sold out.

CNET Services and Software·May 4, 2026

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Celebrities Attend UTA Pre-Met Gala Party Described as Christmas Eve Atmosphere

On May 4, 2026, stars gathered for the UTA Pre-Met Gala party, an event described by attendees as resembling Christmas Eve. The gathering serves as a precursor to the upcoming Met Gala, aiming to generate buzz regarding the event's theme and fashion choices.