intellectual property

Correct me if wrong folks, but I haven't seen any posters make mention of mul's statement about commitment to pursuit of I.P. on their ideas surrounding tv protocols etc. Whilst patenting can be a very expensive business (believe me, I have first-hand experience), if mul really has the goods here - and they're backing something good and very desirable/ marketable up with solid patents - this could really add value. Maybe this is as much a driver of recent action as possible upcoming contracts etc?? Comments??
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