Ritek Promotes Antibacterial Optical Storage Discs

Reminiscent of earlier efforts, including Prodisc Technology’s Germproof DVDs from 2005, Ritek Corporation announced it is launching a new line of printable optical storage discs featuring antibacterial (not antiviral) surfaces.

USITC Investigates Retractable USB Connector Complaint

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced it will investigate a complaint filed by Anu IP LLC alleging a variety of companies’ devices that employ retractable USB connectors infringe the entity’s patents.