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Agreement Highlights Company’s Global Leadership in Wi-Fi Standard Technologies
SEOUL, Nov. 20, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) has signed a patent license agreement with Amazon, granting the use of LG’s Wi-Fi Standard Essential Patents (SEPs).
Under this agreement, Amazon obtains a license to use LG’s Wi-Fi SEPs in products utilizing Wi-Fi connectivity, including Amazon’s Echo devices, Fire TV Sticks and Fire Tablets.
LG is currently engaged in Wi-Fi SEP licensing discussions with several global companies that employ Wi-Fi standard technologies. The agreement with Amazon further underscores LG’s technological leadership and credibility in the global Wi-Fi standards domain.
SEPs refer to core patents that must be practiced when implementing an international technical standard – meaning any product using that standard inevitably relies on the patented technology. Once a technology is adopted as an international standard by global standardization organizations, companies around the world incorporate it into their products. Recognition as an SEP signifies both the contribution to advancing the entire industry and its technological value.
LG holds one of the world’s strongest patent portfolios in key standard technology fields, including mobile communications, Wi-Fi, broadcasting and codecs. As of the first half of this year, LG owned 97,880 registered patents globally, about half of which are standard-related patents.* The company’s innovative patented technologies, applied across flagship products such as OLED TVs, washing machines and refrigerators, continue to reinforce its global competitiveness.
Looking ahead, LG aims to further strengthen its patent leadership in emerging technology areas such as 6G mobile communications, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications, artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing. In its vehicle solutions business, LG has also been recognized for leadership in augmented reality (AR) technologies, earning top honors for its pioneering AR navigation patent.
Since 2022, LG has formally included the licensing of patents and other intellectual property rights in its corporate charter – accelerating efforts to build sustainable value through IP-driven innovation.
“This agreement reaffirms LG’s global leadership in Wi-Fi standard technologies,” said Cho Hwi-jae, head of LG’s Intellectual Property Center. “We will continue to drive innovation worldwide by building on our industry-leading patent competitiveness.”
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* According to LG Electronics’ 2025 semiannual report, the company holds 26,762 domestic patents and 71,118 overseas patents. (Source: link hidden, please login to view).
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Company Accelerates Global Expansion of Materials Business, Boosts Industry Recognition
by Participating in World’s Three Largest Plastics Exhibitions
SEOUL, Oct. 13, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) is presenting a comprehensive lineup of LG PuroTec antimicrobial additive solutions at K 2025 – one of the world’s leading plastics tradeshows – taking place in Düsseldorf, Germany (October 8-15).
Making its debut at K show, LG is accelerating the global expansion of its advanced materials business. This year, the company has established a strong global presence by participating in all three of the world’s major plastics exhibitions: Chinaplas in China, National Plastics Exposition in the U.S., and now K show in Europe.
Underscoring LG’s leadership in advanced material technologies, PuroTec solutions are suitable for a wide range of applications spanning diverse industries, including home appliances, healthcare, construction materials, packaging and automotive. Along with the complete PuroTec portfolio, LG’s showcase at K show also features antibacterial plastics co-developed with LG Chem, a global leader in chemical and materials innovation.
Demonstrating the depth and diversity of its offerings, LG unveiled five core PuroTec product lines at the show. LG PuroTec is a glass matrix–based antimicrobial additive that can be incorporated into plastics, coatings, powder coatings and textiles, delivering both antibacterial and antifungal properties. Effective at preventing odors and contamination caused by microorganisms, it helps maintain product cleanliness and durability. Built on LG’s decades-long expertise in glass powder R&D – and following its successful application in home appliances – PuroTec has rapidly emerged as a key growth driver in LG’s B2B portfolio, with annual sales more than doubling year-over-year.
To increase the footprint of its advanced materials business, LG is exploring new applications for its glass powder innovations. These include Marine Glass, designed to support marine ecosystem restoration and carbon reduction, and Mineral Wash, an eco-conscious laundry technology that cleans fabric without surfactants. LG currently holds 420 patents related to glass powder technology and operates a manufacturing facility at LG Smart Park in Changwon, South Korea, with an annual production capacity of 4,500 tons.
In September, LG signed a memorandum of understanding with SGS Korea, a global certification organization, to co-develop international antimicrobial certification standards for PuroTec. Under the agreement, LG will provide technical expertise related to antimicrobial technologies for certification design, while SGS Korea will develop certification procedures aligned with global standards. Products certified under this partnership will bear the SGS Global Performance Mark, clearly signaling transparency and reliability to global customers.
“LG PuroTec is more than just an additive; it is a strategic B2B growth engine that creates meaningful value for customers and industries worldwide,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. “By strengthening collaborations with global partners, reinforcing compliance with international standards and delivering reliable performance, we aim to establish PuroTec as a core pillar of LG’s materials business – driving sustainable growth and strengthening our leadership in the global market.”
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Company Secures Prestigious “Best of IFA” Recognition and Multiple Category Wins
SEOUL, Sep. 5, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) has been recognized with 17 awards at the inaugural IFA 2025 Innovation Awards, including the top distinction, Best of IFA title. Established this year, the awards celebrate products that set new benchmarks in innovation, technology, design and market impact. With over 1,800 participating companies, winners were selected in 16 categories, including Mobility, Home Appliances, Home Entertainment, Design and Smart Home. The highest honors – Best of IFA, Best Tech Innovation and Best Brand – were reserved for the most outstanding entries.
The LG SIGNATURE OLED T, the world’s first wireless transparent TV, earned the Best of IFA award, underscoring LG’s leadership in advanced television technology. The groundbreaking product also won Best in Home Entertainment, achieving a double win at this year’s awards.
In addition to securing the Best of IFA title, LG received five Category Best awards in Mobility, Accessibility, Home Appliances and Home Entertainment, along with 11 Category Honoree recognitions in Home Appliances, Design, Smart Home and Home Entertainment. Collectively, these distinctions strengthen the company’s reputation as a global innovation leader and trusted industry pioneer.
In Mobility, LG’s Spielraum received the Best in Mobility award. This AI-powered mobility space solution blends personal wellness with multi-sensory experiences. Its compact cabin integrates built-in appliances, LG ThinQ ON and entertainment features, introducing a new mobility-linked lifestyle that expands the LG AI Home concept.
In Accessibility, LG’s Comfort Kit was named Best in Accessibility Focused Product. Designed to improve usability for people of all ages and abilities, it highlights LG’s focus on inclusive design.
In Home Appliances, LG’s AI Sense Clean Dishwasher and Microplastic Filter claimed the Best in Home Appliances award. The dishwasher’s intelligent wash system optimizes cycles and wash time based on load size and soil levels, while the filter removes microplastics released during the laundry cycle, combining convenience with environmental responsibility.
In addition to securing multiple Category Best awards, LG was also given Honoree distinctions across a wide range of fields, from Home Appliances to Smart Home, further underscoring its competitiveness in the global market. In the Best of Home Appliances category, LG earned four Honoree recognitions for its cutting-edge laundry and cleaning solutions, each boasting advanced performance with thoughtful design. The LG WashTower simplifies laundry with intuitive controls and AI-powered features, while the Washer and Dryer with Heat Pump enhances efficiency with reduced energy consumption. For floor care, the LG Robot Vacuum with Built-in Station features an auto-opening door that conceals the unit when not in use, and the LG Wet and Dry Stick Vacuum Cleaner employs AI Roller Control to sense movement direction, helping reduce wrist strain.
The company also received four Honoree awards in the Best in Design category for products that blend style and functionality. The Washer & Tumble Dryer Pair and TrueSteam Dishwasher present refined designs that integrate seamlessly into modern kitchens. The Next LG Massage Recliner complements living areas with its elegant aesthetics, while the LG Styler Mini offers a compact, premium solution that maximizes functionality in smaller spaces.
Designed to fit effortlessly into connected home ecosystems, the LG Robot Vacuum with Objet Station was acknowledged in the Best in Smart Home category. With automated docking, smart scheduling and ThinQ compatibility, it showcases LG’s expertise in building cohesive, AI-driven home solutions.
Furthermore, LG received recognition in the Home Entertainment category with Honoree awards for the LG Wireless OLED TV (M5) and the LG StanbyME 2, reinforcing the company’s global leadership.
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Company Recognized for Driving Innovation in In-Vehicle Infotainment
SEOUL, June 24, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG), a mobility sector technology leader, has been honored with the Global Innovation Award at the 2025 Nissan Global Innovation & Quality Award ceremony, held on May 29. This annual program celebrates suppliers who have made exceptional contributions to enhancing Nissan’s product competitiveness and brand value.
This prestigious award recognizes LG’s innovative contributions in In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) as Nissan’s strategic hardware and software partner. LG has played a pivotal role in developing a high-performance in-vehicle computing platform that integrally manages various digital functions within the vehicle. The company previously achieved stable and successful mass production of Nissan’s earlier IVI systems, starting in Europe in 2024 and expanding to other regions. This consistent track record has opened up new opportunities for future projects, including next-generation platforms.
Receiving its first-ever Global Innovation Award marks a significant milestone in LG’s long-standing partnership with Nissan. Building on this recognition, LG looks forward to deepening its collaboration by expanding into broader technological domains. These include next-generation digital cockpit systems that integrate advanced mobility innovation technology and diverse software solutions that enhance the in-vehicle experience.
“This award is a testament to LG’s technological leadership in the era of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs),” said Eun Seok-hyun, president of the LG Vehicle Solution Company. “We will continue to provide new value in the future mobility market by deepening our partnership with automakers, as we shape the future of mobility together.”
As a global leader in vehicle component technologies, LG is actively responding to the evolving needs of the market and customers as the industry transitions towards SDVs and continues to drive sustained innovation across all major automotive component areas, encompassing both hardware and software, including IVI, telematics and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) – key enablers of electric and autonomous vehicles.
Building on these innovation efforts, LG is at the forefront of telematics innovation – a cornerstone of SDVs. Last year, LG achieved the No. 1 global market share in automotive telematics with 24.4 percent, based on its own analysis of Strategy Analytics data. The company’s telematics technology enables real-time, high-capacity data communication by seamlessly connecting in-vehicle networks to external 5G infrastructure. With these strengths in telematics and its broad software expertise, LG is further solidifying its role in shaping the future of connected and autonomous vehicles.
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Eun Seok-Hyun Honored in Leader Category for His Contributions to the Mobility
Sector and the Advancement of LG’s SDV Technologies
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 9, 2025 — LG Electronics (LG) is proud to announce that Eun Seok-hyun, president of the LG Vehicle Solution (VS) Company, has been recognized with the 2025 MotorTrend Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) Innovator Award in the Leader category. The award acknowledges his exceptional leadership and contributions to software-driven innovation in the automotive sector. Hosted by MotorTrend, a highly-respected U.S.-based automotive media company, the SDV Innovator Award ceremony was held on January 7 during CES in Las Vegas.
Eun Seok-hyun’s well-deserved recognition underscores LG’s growing influence in shaping the future of mobility and SDV technologies. Mr. Eun, who has more than two decades of experience working in the automotive industry, has been at the helm of the LG VS Company since December 2022. Throughout his career, he has focused on driving innovation in key areas such as infotainment, display, telematics and automotive vision systems.
A prime example of the Company’s progress under Mr. Eun’s leadership is the launch of LG AlphaWare in 2024. This groundbreaking suite of software solutions empowers mobility providers to overcome technical challenges and reimagine vehicles as “living spaces on wheels.” LG AlphaWare comprises five core solutions that seamlessly work together to enhance the in-vehicle experience. PlayWare delivers immersive in-cabin entertainment; MetaWare integrates augmented and mixed reality technologies; VisionWare provides AI-powered driver assistance; BaseWare serves as a comprehensive software backbone, offering versatile modules to enhance existing operating systems or support new platform development for OEMs; and OpsWare is a central operations platform that fosters collaboration among software developers.
LG has also achieved significant milestones in automotive security. Under Mr. Eun’s guidance, LG became the first company to obtain Common Criteria certification for V2X security stability, reinforcing its leadership in connected vehicle safety.
“It is an honor to be recognized at this year’s MotorTrend SDV Innovator Awards,” said Eun Seok-hyun. “This accolade is a testament to LG’s advancements in SDV technologies and to the dedication of our team in shaping the future of mobility.”
LG’s latest mobility solutions will be on show at CES 2025 in Las Vegas (January 7-10) in the company’s public and private booths.
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