AT&T sues Broadcom alleging violating past VMware contracts. The filing can be seen here
AT&T and Broadcom Clash In Court Over VMware Support
- US telecommunications giant AT&T has filed a legal action against Broadcom, accusing the chipmaker of violating a support agreement for VMware software. AT&T claims it exercised its right to renew support services for VMware products it had purchased under a perpetual license. However, Broadcom, which acquired VMware last year, is allegedly demanding additional payments for extended support.
- AT&T asserts that Broadcom’s actions are part of a pattern of coercive tactics aimed at forcing customers into unfair deals. The company argues that Broadcom’s refusal to extend support poses a significant threat to US national security, as some of AT&T’s servers are dedicated to government agencies.
- Without support from Broadcom, AT&T fears widespread network disruptions that could impact millions of customers. The company is seeking legal relief to prevent Broadcom from terminating support and to confirm its right to renew the support agreement.
- Broadcom strongly disputes AT&T’s claims and maintains that VMware has been transitioning to a subscription model, which is industry standard, for several years.
The outcome of this legal battle could have far-reaching implications for VMware customers navigating Broadcom’s approach to service offerings.
The filing of AT&T Sues Broadcom can be seen here
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