

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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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Unveiling the Resilient Entrepreneur
02:49 • 5min
Emotional Rollercoaster of a Legal Victory
08:14 • 30min
Navigating Software Sales, Partnerships, and Legal Battles
38:06 • 8min
Reflections on Family Values and Jury Interaction
45:39 • 2min
Navigating Finance and Roles in Legal Dispute with Microsoft
47:15 • 4min
Patent Disputes and Legal Battles
51:30 • 11min
Celebrating Wins and Supporting Other Entrepreneurs
01:02:37 • 24min
Inventive Problem-Solving with AI Assistance
01:26:54 • 12min
Celebrating Australian Inventors: Challenges and Opportunities
01:39:15 • 23min
Reflections on Innovation, Humility, and Role Models
02:02:14 • 3min