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I found 2 published patent applications which cover my business model, should I be concerned?

August 4th, 2014

I am developing a business model which requires a specific API to generate an item which will be sold. I am about to... More

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Advice, devs and guidance any advice?

Anonymous

March 2nd, 2016

I am currently working on the development of a mobile app and need development support. i am currently finalizing the business... More

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Patent filing costs and equity

Kristina Serafim Digital Media

February 9th, 2014

What's the typical cost for filing a patent? Would you give up equity in exchange for the attorney fees, if the attorney is offering this option?... More

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To whom should I pitch a groundbreaking idea?

Korsakov

April 3rd, 2014

Assuming I could present a groundbreaking idea with disruptive qualities and a MVP, to whom would I best pitch my idea and visions without being dangerously... More

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When does it make sense to file a patent?

Svyatoslav Dormidontov Web-developer

October 2nd, 2016

I heard they are very expensive and they also take a long time to complete from beginning to end. At what point does it make sense follow through... More

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Are patents important for startups and entrepreneurs?

Keegan Beljanski Community and Marketing Intern at FounderDating

June 16th, 2014

In the wake of Elon Musk opening up his patents to the automotive... More

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What are some ideas for applying for patents on a small budget?

Shingai Samudzi

May 23rd, 2016

It's about time we got around to protecting our IP. Normal going rate for a patent lawyer is out of the question.What are some things you have done... More

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How/when to disclose business ideas?

Mike Shields Founder at Startup

March 31st, 2015

Per a previous thread (members.founderdating.com/discuss/2577/Learning-to-code-vs-finding-a-true-tech-cofounder?na) perhaps the first startup priority... More

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Best patent strategies and personal experience for patenting Internet Tech, as the little guy?

Anonymous

April 14th, 2016

I'm a consultant that works in one of the tech hubs. I've provided consulting advice for various company sizes and dot coms.... More

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Who is the best NYC-area Patent/IP attorney?

Robert Strojan Owner, Blackout Labs

March 17th, 2015

I'm looking for recommendations for a New York City area attorney who can help me with a consumer product and software patent. Anyone have recommendations... More

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