ValueLicensing
Coverage of ValueLicensing in the Nexus archive.
- Double trouble for Microsoft as pre-owned software licenses claims converge
ValueLicensing and Alexander Wolfson are leading two separate but related UK lawsuits against Microsoft over alleged restrictions on pre-owned software licenses. The cases, before the Competition Appeal Tribunal, seek £270 million and £1.3-£3.5 billion in compensation, respectively, with upcoming case management conferences potentially linking the proceedings.
- Microsoft seeks Supreme Court lifeline in pre-owned license battle
Microsoft is seeking the UK Supreme Court's permission to appeal a 2025 Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) ruling that allowed the resale of its on-premise software licenses. The company previously lost a Court of Appeal challenge against ValueLicensing, which claims Microsoft restricted the supply of surplus Office licenses, potentially leading to a £270 million payout.
- Microsoft software resale appeal catches eye of £3.5B class action
Microsoft is facing an appeals phase in its legal dispute with ValueLicensing, which could impact parallel proceedings. A £3.5B class action against Microsoft has gained attention due to the ongoing litigation.