https://www.cnbc.com/2018/04/30/qualcomms-patent-deals-aim-to-ease-apple-regulator-tensions-executive-says.html

Qualcomm has broadened its use of a lower-cost licensing model for the next generation of mobile data networks, a move that could help in contentious talks with two customers including iPhone maker Apple, the wireless tech company's patent licensing chief said on Monday.

The patent business traditionally has supplied much of Qualcomm's profit but has also spurred conflict with Apple, Samsung Electronics and Huawei Technologies as well as regulators in China, South Korea and the United States.