Steam Machine Companion Cube Canceled Because Dbrand Didn't Ask Valve for Permission
Dbrand has canceled its 'Companion Cube' enclosure for the new Steam Machine after realizing they did not obtain permission from Valve to use the intellectual property. The company is issuing refunds to all customers who pre-ordered the accessory.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the risks companies face when developing third-party accessories without formal licensing agreements from hardware manufacturers.
Steam Machine Companion Cube Canceled Because Dbrand Didn't Ask Valve for Permission
The report is a straightforward account of a corporate product cancellation based on public statements.
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