NTP issued a press release today saying that contrary to what Research In Motion is claiming, the company would be open to a settlement with the BlackBerry-maker.

"RIM's public assertions that NTP has not proposed a license that protects its carriers is both disingenuous and intentionally misleading," said NTP.  "It's time to set the record straight: NTP has offered and continues to offer RIM a license that fully protects everyone -- RIM's customers, carriers, and partners.

"Our position on this issue is unambiguous and steadfast," the statement added. "It is mystifying to us how anyone could state otherwise. As such, NTP remains open to hearing any specific issues RIM has with our proposed agreements."

The statement then reiterated proposed settlement terms that NTP maintains it has already offered RIM. Essentially, the terms say that if RIM signs a licensing agreement with NTP, then NTP will not sue RIM or its carrier partners.

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