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Valve threatens legal action against Dbrand over unlicensed Portal 2 case
Valve demanded Dbrand stop selling its Portal 2-inspired Companion Cube case for the Steam Machine. Dbrand admitted it lacked licensing rights and killed the product after seeking a deal. The accessory maker now faces potential legal consequences for the unsanctioned design.
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Dbrand's gamble on selling unlicensed IP backfired, highlighting the risks of building products on others' intellectual property without permission.
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Valve threatens legal action against Dbrand over its unsanctioned Portal 2-inspired Companion Cube — edgy accessories manufacturer kills product after asking for licensing deal, admits it didn't have 'the right to make it' →
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