2009-01-09 06:54:01 -

Acacia Research Corporation (Nasdaq:ACTG) announced today that its subsidiary, Data Network Storage LLC, has entered into a settlement and license agreement with the Hewlett-Packard Company covering a patent portfolio that relates to storage area networks. This agreement resolves patent litigation that was pending in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas.


ABOUT ACACIA RESEARCH

CORPORATION


Acacia Research's subsidiaries develop, acquire, and license patented technologies. Acacia Research's subsidiaries control over 100 patent portfolios, which include U.S. patents and certain foreign counterparts, covering technologies used in a wide variety of industries.


Information about Acacia Research is available at www.acaciatechnologies.com and www.acaciaresearch.com.


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