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Allstate Accuses Broadcom of Retaliatory License Audit

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from The Register ·

Allstate Insurance is leaving Broadcom's software and alleges the vendor launched a vengeful license audit in response. The insurer claims Broadcom's actions are retaliatory for its decision to switch providers. CA and VMware, both owned by Broadcom, are separately suing Allstate.

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This highlights the growing friction between enterprise customers and Broadcom post-acquisition, as the company's aggressive licensing tactics face legal pushback.
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