Autodesk Sues Google Over AI Movie-Making Software Trademark Infringement (ACAD vs GOOGL)

Autodesk (ACAD) filed a lawsuit in U.S. federal court in San Francisco (02/09/2026) alleging trademark infringement with Google (GOOGL). Autodesk claims it began using the "Flow" mark in September 2022 for visual effects and production management, while Google launched its AI-powered movie-making software in May 2025. The complaint alleges Google misrepresented its intent to use the Flow name and secured a trademark in Tonga before applying for U.S. protection, marketing the product at Sundance and other events. Autodesk seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages, citing consumer confusion and alleged harm to its Flow products. Autodesk’s market capitalization was about $51 billion on 02/09/2026, compared to Alphabet’s $3.9 trillion. Alphabet (GOOGL) issued no immediate comment.