InterDigital Inc (IDCC)

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HG felt on the hook for both a 2G win in arbitration and a 3G license from S/E. A loss in the arb would have meant a humiliating firing and he would have been the lightening rod for all the blame. Failure of Ericy to sign for 3G in a timely fashion might have ushered in the same consequences. Too much to lose. Not enough to win. The pressure was getting to him. Ergo, out the door for HG(who is not your basic risk taker anyway) Merritt had no need for Tilden so he had to go too. This does NOT mean that we won't do well in the arbitration, which I still believe we are on track to WIN. In the end, this episode may prove to be good for the future of Idcc. Expect a 3G license from Ericy(followed by one from NOK)or a lawsuit against Ericy very soon. IMO