Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses HP of Monopolizing Aftermarket Ink Cartridges

Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses HP of Monopolizing Aftermarket Ink Cartridges

BySamod Biobaku

HP finds itself embroiled in yet another legal battle as a class-action lawsuit accuses the tech giant of monopolizing the aftermarket ink cartridge industry, raising concerns over consumer choice and fair competition. The lawsuit, filed in January and representing disgruntled consumers, challenges HP’s practices regarding printer ink cartridges. At the centre of the dispute is…

HP CEO Says Customers Shunning Company’s Supplies are “Bad Investments”

HP CEO Says Customers Shunning Company’s Supplies are “Bad Investments”

BySamod Biobaku

In a recent interview, HP CEO Enrique Lores defended the company’s ink subscription model and firm policy of mandating the use of its own cartridges, stating that customers opting for alternatives are considered “bad investments” for the company. HP has consistently urged users not to turn to third-party alternatives for ink cartridges, implementing features like…