"ITC Opposes Apple's Request to Stay Apple Watch Sales Ban"

The International Trade Commission (ITC) has opposed Apple's request to stay the Apple Watch sales ban, stating that Apple's arguments are weak and unconvincing. The ITC ruled in October that the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 infringe on patents held by Masimo, leading to a temporary halt in sales. Apple has submitted a software redesign to US Customs and Border Protection and is awaiting a decision on January 12. The US appeals court will decide on the stay request, and if US Customs deems the software change inadequate and the stay request is rejected, the Apple Watch models could be removed from the market again.