BURLINGTON, Mass., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ:CRNC) ("Cerence AI"), a global leader pioneering conversational AI-powered user experiences, today announced the filing of a complaint with the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) against Amazon.com, Inc., and Amazon.com Services LLC, to block the importation of products that infringe on Cerence's intellectual property (IP). The company also filed district court actions against both parties and Amazon Web Services, Inc. (collectively, "Amazon") in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas for such infringement.

The ITC complaint, filed under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, requests a limited exclusion order prohibiting the importation into the United States of certain smart devices, including smart speakers, smart displays, smart televisions, tablets and smart streaming devices, that infringe on Cerence AI's voice technology patents.

Cerence AI has a rich history of innovation and technological achievement, resulting in a strong patent portfolio. The lawsuits against Amazon cover certain core Cerence technologies, including industry-leading conversational AI technology, developed and deployed across Cerence's products and customer programs, and their unauthorized use across Amazon devices and platforms. These technologies are foundational to Cerence's product portfolio and underpin its ongoing work with the world's leading automakers, transportation OEMs, and technology companies.

"Cerence AI is built on decades of innovation, and we take the protection of our intellectual property seriously," said Jennifer Salinas, EVP, Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, Cerence AI. "These actions reflect our commitment to defending the patented technologies that underpin our products and enable the conversational AI-powered experiences our customers rely on. We will pursue all appropriate remedies to protect the value of our R&D investments."

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About Cerence Inc.

Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ:CRNC) is a global industry leader in creating intuitive, seamless, AI-powered experiences across automotive and transportation. Leveraging decades of innovation and expertise in voice, generative AI, and large language models, Cerence powers integrated experiences that create safer, more connected, and more enjoyable journeys for drivers and passengers alike. With more than 525 million cars shipped with Cerence technology, the company partners with leading automakers, transportation OEMs, and technology companies to advance the next generation of user experiences. Cerence is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, with operations globally and a worldwide team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI innovation. For more information, visit www.cerence.ai.

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Cerence AI Files Complaint with the International Trade Commission Against Amazon