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By Bud Wayne, June 2025


Editorial Disclaimer
The allegations described in this article are based on publicly filed federal complaints and do not reflect findings or conclusions by the Court. This article is published for informational purposes only and does not allege, imply, or assert independent wrongdoing by any named defendant. VoIP-Pal's claims remain unproven and are currently the subject of ongoing litigation.


Introduction


Following prior coverage of the second amended complaint filed by VoIP-Pal.com Inc. against AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile, this article focuses on a newly filed fourth complaint—an expanded federal class action—targeting Google, Apple, and Samsung.


This latest filing brings a nationwide class action on behalf of U.S. smartphone users who, according to the complaint, have been systematically denied equal access to standalone Wi-Fi Calling by a vertically integrated system of mobile carriers, operating system vendors, and device manufacturers. The platform defendants—Google LLC, Apple Inc., and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.—are alleged to have worked in coordinated alignment with AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile to sustain this exclusion. In the complaint, VoIP-Pal refers to this alignment as the "Wi-Fi Baby Bells"—an alleged structure designed to restrict competition in the voice market through platform and device design decisions, rather than through technological limitations.


Clarifying the Four-Complaint Framework: Two Against Carriers, Two Against Platforms


VoIP-Pal has now filed four interrelated federal lawsuits, organized in two parallel sets:

The first and second complaints target AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile:

o The first (Case No. 1:24-cv-03051) is an individual antitrust action under Sherman Act § 2, focused on alleged monopolization of the Wi-Fi Calling market through forced bundling and restricted infrastructure access is seeking $62.84 billion in monetary damages.

o The second (Case No. 1:24-cv-03054) is a nationwide class action on behalf of approximately 373 million U.S. smartphone users, asserting similar antitrust violations is seeking $146.63 billion in monetary damages.


The third and fourth complaints target Google, Apple, and Samsung:

o The third (Case No. 1:25-cv-01843) is an individual antitrust action centered on OS-level, firmware-based, and API-gating mechanisms that allegedly reinforce the carriers' dominance is seeking $25 billion in monetary damages.

o The fourth (Case No. 1:25-cv-01970) is a parallel class action seeking relief for similarly situated consumers based on the same exclusionary conduct at the platform and device layer is seeking $114.87 billion in monetary damages.

o All damages will be subject to damages expert verifications.


Upcoming Motion Response – August 1, 2025

As of this writing, the defendants in the first carrier antitrust case—AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile—are scheduled to respond by August 1, 2025. The response is expected to include a Rule 12(b)(6) motion to dismiss, along with potential procedural motions relating to discovery and claim scope.


Q&A With Emil Malak, Chairman and CEO of VoIP-Pal.com Inc.


Edited for clarity and legal accuracy. Published June 30, 2025.


Q: VoIP-Pal is a publicly traded company listed on the OTC, operating with limited resources. How do you plan to sustain legal proceedings against six major corporate defendants?
A: That's a fair question, and one our shareholders deserve clarity on. Our intent has never been to file lawsuits endlessly. We've filed four related complaints that collectively allege coordinated exclusion by six companies. Our focus now is to prosecute those cases strategically—not expand them.


Q: Are you seeking to consolidate the four cases?
A: We've already requested consolidation of the two carrier-related actions. For the platform and device manufacturer cases, we're reviewing procedural options. Further consolidation remains on the table if it promotes judicial efficiency.


Q: Could all four cases eventually be combined?
A: It's one of several procedural options we're evaluating. Given the factual overlap and related claims, we believe there's merit in considering unified treatment where appropriate.


Q: These kinds of cases often take years. What's your expectation?
A: Timelines can vary, but we don't expect this litigation to drag on indefinitely. We anticipate meaningful developments within the next few months.


Q: You seem confident. Why?
A: Because the legal foundations of our claims are well established in antitrust law. We believe the record will show that consumers have not had fair access to lawful alternatives like standalone Wi-Fi Calling.


Q: If the court sides with your position, could this impact how the six defendants structure their businesses?
A: That's a question for the defendants. Our goal is to ensure equal and lawful access to voice infrastructure, consistent with federal law.


Q: VoIP-Pal holds nearly 40 issued patents related to internet telephony. Could your technology be of interest to the defendants?
A: That's up to them. We've made our platform available. Whether they find it valuable is a matter for their internal teams to evaluate.


Q: The defendants have so far opted to litigate. Are you concerned about the financial demands of extended proceedings?
A: We've adapted. This litigation is no longer confined to intellectual property—it's rooted in structural exclusion and consumer harm. That broadens the context and shifts the legal framework.


Q: Some might say that taking on six of the world's largest companies is overly ambitious.
A: History often favors those who challenge entrenched structures. We're not here to complain—we're here to pursue accountability through lawful means.


Q: Are you expecting support from federal agencies or consumer advocacy groups?
A: That's their call. But the legal parallels to past enforcement actions are evident, and we're confident our filings raise substantial issues worthy of attention.


Q: You've said before that Wi-Fi Calling is the future of voice. Do you still believe that?
A: More than ever. People should have the freedom to choose how they make calls—without being forced to buy expensive bundles they don't need. This isn't just about 373 million Americans. It's a global issue. Over 7 billion people around the world use smartphones now, and being able to communicate over Wi-Fi should be treated like a basic right, not a premium feature. It's not just a service anymore—it's part of everyday life.


Note: All monetary figures are based on publicly filed complaints and are presented as stated or reasonably inferred from those filings; estimates may vary depending on interpretation or future amendments.


NOTE: This content is not the view of nor endorsed by CEOCFO Magazine or its advertisers.

VoIP-Pal is actively developing the next phase of Wi-Fi calling technology, which we believe will be transformative for the industry. Our technology could become the carriers' best ally in adapting to the evolving telecommunications landscape.

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