Autodesk Sues Google for Trademark Infringement Over 'Flow' AI Tool
Autodesk sued Google on February 6, 2026, for trademark infringement over Google's AI filmmaking tool named 'Flow'. Autodesk claims it has used the 'Flow' trademark since September 2022 and alleges Google knowingly infringed upon it, despite prior assurances not to commercialize a product with that name. Autodesk is seeking damages for consumer confusion and irreparable harm, while Google has not yet commented. The lawsuit highlights the growing competition and legal challenges in the AI-driven creative tools market.
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February 2026 — 5 developments
Autodesk stated its commitment to protecting its innovations and ensuring fair competition, while Google had no immediate comment on the lawsuit.
Autodesk stated its commitment to protecting its innovations and ensuring fair competition, while Google had no immediate comment on the lawsuit.
Autodesk's lawsuit highlights the significant market capitalization difference between the two compa…
Autodesk's lawsuit highlights the significant market capitalization difference between the two companies, with Autodesk valued at approximately $51 billion and Google's parent company, Alphabet, at roughly $3.9 trillion, underscoring Autodesk's concerns about Google's market power.
Reports emerged detailing Autodesk's lawsuit against Google, with Autodesk claiming Google assured t…
Reports emerged detailing Autodesk's lawsuit against Google, with Autodesk claiming Google assured them it would not commercialize a product named 'Flow' but later pursued international trademark registrations, including in Tonga, before launching its own 'Flow' AI tool.
Autodesk filed a lawsuit against Google in U.
Autodesk filed a lawsuit against Google in U.S. federal court in San Francisco, alleging trademark infringement over Google's 'Flow' AI filmmaking tool.
Autodesk detailed its vision for 'Autodesk Flow' as an industry cloud for Media & Entertainment, focusing on connecting data and workflows for AI-powered tools.
Autodesk detailed its vision for 'Autodesk Flow' as an industry cloud for Media & Entertainment, focusing on connecting data and workflows for AI-powered tools.
January 2026 — 1 developments
Autodesk announced major updates for its 'Autodesk Flow' products in 2025, including new free tiers …
Autodesk announced major updates for its 'Autodesk Flow' products in 2025, including new free tiers for 'Flow Studio' and enhancements to 'Flow Capture', making its tools more accessible.
October 2025 — 1 developments
Autodesk's 'Flow Studio' received recognition as one of Fast Company's 'Next Big Things in Tech' for its AI-powered VFX and animation tools.
Autodesk's 'Flow Studio' received recognition as one of Fast Company's 'Next Big Things in Tech' for its AI-powered VFX and animation tools.
June 2025 — 1 developments
Google officially introduced its AI filmmaking tool, 'Flow', at Google I/O 2025, emphasizing its ability to create cinematic video clips from text prompts using advanced AI models.
Google officially introduced its AI filmmaking tool, 'Flow', at Google I/O 2025, emphasizing its ability to create cinematic video clips from text prompts using advanced AI models.
May 2025 — 1 developments
Google released a YouTube tutorial showcasing its AI filmmaking tool named 'Flow', built with advanced AI models like Veo, Imagen, and Gemini.
Google released a YouTube tutorial showcasing its AI filmmaking tool named 'Flow', built with advanced AI models like Veo, Imagen, and Gemini.
September 2022 — 1 developments
Autodesk began using the 'Flow' trademark for its products related to visual effects, production management, and related tools.
Autodesk began using the 'Flow' trademark for its products related to visual effects, production management, and related tools.