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E24: The $530M Microsoft patent dispute that changed this Aussie inventor's life.
May 20, 2024
Australian inventor Ric Richardson shares his journey of patenting intellectual property leading to a $530m award after a dispute with Microsoft. The podcast delves into the emotional rollercoaster of the legal victory, reflections on family values, navigating finance and roles in disputes, celebrating wins, inventive problem-solving with AI assistance, and celebrating Australian inventors.
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- Successful inventor Ric Richardson emphasizes the importance of defending intellectual property rights in the face of patent breaches.
- Inventor Rick Richardson's commitment to mentoring and empowering aspiring inventors through free consultations and patent drafting assistance.
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The Invention of the Unlockable Software
Rick Richardson, an Australian entrepreneur, patented a unique software activation technology that allowed users to unlock software on their computers, revolutionizing software distribution. This technology involved fingerprinting computers to ensure unique machine identification, enhancing user security and preventing piracy.
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