"Apple's Lobbying Efforts Target Patent Rule Changes and National Security Threats"

Apple, after facing setbacks in patent cases before the U.S. International Trade Commission, has intensified its lobbying efforts to change the agency's practices. The tech giant is seeking legislative changes that would make some patent owners ineligible to bring complaints before the I.T.C. and is enlisting former commissioners to bolster its lobbying might. This move comes as Apple is embroiled in legal battles with medical device makers over technology in the Apple Watch, and aims to mitigate the agency's power to discipline companies by banning imports of infringing products.